KCOM Group PLC provides IP-based communication and collaboration services to enterprises, small and medium-sized businesses, and consumers in the United Kingdom. It operates through Hull and East Yorkshire, Enterprise, and National Network Services segments. The company provides consulting, design, implementation, and managed services related to the collaborative systems and cloud markets; communication and Internet-based services; and network connectivity and related services. It also engages in the provision of call center facilities; design and delivery of communication and integration services; and software development activities. The company was formerly known as Kingston Communications (HULL) PLC and changed its name to KCOM Group PLC in 2007. KCOM Group PLC was founded in 1904 and is headquartered in Hull, the United Kingdom.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Stock Exchange LON
Industry Telecom Services
Sub-IndustryN/A
SectorCommunication Services
SymbolLON:KCOM
CUSIPN/A
Phone+44-1482-602000
Debt
Debt-to-Equity RatioN/A
Current RatioN/A
Quick RatioN/A
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E RatioN/A
Forward P/E RatioN/A
P/E GrowthN/A
Sales & Book Value
Annual SalesN/A
Price / SalesN/A
Cash FlowN/A
Price / CashN/A
Book ValueN/A
Price / BookN/A
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)N/A
Net IncomeN/A
Net Margins7.95%
Return on Equity23.77%
Return on Assets8.13%
Miscellaneous
EmployeesN/A
Outstanding Shares516,600,000
Market Cap£501.52 million
KCOM Group (LON:KCOM) Frequently Asked Questions
What is KCOM Group's stock symbol?
KCOM Group trades on the London Stock Exchange (LON) under the ticker symbol "KCOM."
How often does KCOM Group pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for KCOM Group?
KCOM Group announced a dividend on Tuesday, June 5th. Stockholders of record on Thursday, June 21st will be paid a dividend of GBX 4 per share on Friday, August 3rd. This represents a dividend yield of 4.13%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, June 21st. This is a boost from KCOM Group's previous dividend of $2.00. The official announcement can be viewed at this link. View KCOM Group's Dividend History.
What price target have analysts set for KCOM?
3 brokerages have issued twelve-month target prices for KCOM Group's shares. Their forecasts range from GBX 85 to GBX 150. On average, they expect KCOM Group's share price to reach GBX 113.75 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 19.1% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Price Targets for KCOM Group.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for KCOM Group?
3 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for KCOM Group in the last year. There are currently 1 sell rating, 1 hold rating and 1 buy rating for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Hold." View Analyst Ratings for KCOM Group.
Who are some of KCOM Group's key competitors?
Some companies that are related to KCOM Group include Cogeco Communications (CGEAF), Inmarsat (ISAT), Tele Columbus (TC1), Cogeco (CGO), Globalstar (GSAT), Orange Belgium SA (EPA) (OBEL), Cogeco (CGECF), Spirent Communications (SPT), Hammer Fiber Optics (HMMR), Manx Telecom (MANX), QSC (QSC), Zegona Communications (ZEG), Pareteum (TEUM), Satellite Solutions Worldwide (SAT) and ICTC Group (ICTG).
Who are KCOM Group's key executives?
KCOM Group's management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. William George Halbert, CEO & Exec. Director (Age 70)
- Ms. Anna Bielby, Interim CFO & Director
- Mr. Mike Davies, Chief Information Officer
- Ms. Cathy Phillips, Chief Marketing Officer
- Mr. Chris Whitaker, HR Director for Bus. Services
Has KCOM Group been receiving favorable news coverage?
Media coverage about KCOM stock has been trending somewhat positive recently, according to Accern Sentiment. The research group ranks the sentiment of media coverage by analyzing more than twenty million news and blog sources. Accern ranks coverage of public companies on a scale of negative one to one, with scores closest to one being the most favorable. KCOM Group earned a news and rumor sentiment score of 0.01 on Accern's scale. They also gave news coverage about the company an impact score of 48.56 out of 100, meaning that recent media coverage is somewhat unlikely to have an effect on the stock's share price in the immediate future. View Recent Headlines for KCOM Group.
How do I buy shares of KCOM Group?
Shares of KCOM and other U.K. stocks can be purchased through online brokerage accounts that support trading on the London Stock Exchange (LSX). Some U.K. companies can be purchased through major U.S. brokerages in the form of American Depository Receipts (ADRs), which are placeholder equities held in a trust by a bank that represent shares of a foreign stock.
What is KCOM Group's stock price today?
One share of KCOM stock can currently be purchased for approximately GBX 95.50.
How big of a company is KCOM Group?
KCOM Group has a market capitalization of £501.52 million.
How can I contact KCOM Group?
KCOM Group's mailing address is 35-37 Carr Lane, HULL, HU1 3RE, United Kingdom. The company can be reached via phone at +44-1482-602000.
MarketBeat Community Rating for KCOM Group (LON KCOM)
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