LON:MKS

Marks and Spencer Group - MKS Share Forecast, Price & News

GBX 155.10

+2.60 (+1.70%)

(As of 03/27/2023 12:00 AM ET)

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Today's Range: 153.55
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156.20
50-Day Range: 141.60
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163
52-Week Range: 91.56
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168.70

Volume: 3.50 million shs
Average Volume: 7.83 million shs
Market Capitalization: £3.04 billion

P/E Ratio: 912.35
Dividend Yield: 10.14%
Price Target: GBX 157.57

Marks and Spencer Group MarketRank™ Forecast

Analyst Rating: Hold
2.44 Rating Score
Upside/Downside: 4.4% Upside
GBX 161.86 Price Target
Short Interest: N/A
Dividend Strength: Weak
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability: N/A
News Sentiment: 0.43
Based on 9 Articles This Week
Insider Trading: Acquiring Shares
£45,030 Bought Last Quarter
Proj. Earnings Growth: N/A

Overall MarketRank^™

MarketRank is calculated as an average of available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

2.03 out of 5 stars

2.2

Analyst's Opinion

Consensus Rating
Marks and Spencer Group has received a consensus rating of Hold. The company's average rating score is 2.38, and is based on 4 buy ratings, 3 hold ratings, and 1 sell rating.
Price Target Upside/Downside
According to analysts' consensus price target of GBX 161.86, Marks and Spencer Group has a forecasted upside of 4.4% from its current price of GBX 155.10.
Amount of Analyst Coverage
Marks and Spencer Group has been the subject of 5 research reports in the past 90 days, demonstrating strong analyst interest in this stock.

N/A

Short Interest

Short Interest
There is no current short interest data available for MKS.

1.7

Dividend Strength

Dividend Leadership
Marks and Spencer Group is a leading dividend payer. It pays a dividend yield of 10.14%, putting its dividend yield in the top 25% of dividend-paying stocks.
Dividend Growth
Marks and Spencer Group does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

N/A

Sustainability and ESG

Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Score
There is no current Upright™ data available for MKS.

3.0

News and Social Media Coverage

News Sentiment
Marks and Spencer Group has a news sentiment score of 0.43. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a higher news sentiment than the 0.27 average news sentiment score of Consumer Cyclical companies.
News Coverage This Week
MarketBeat has tracked 9 news articles for Marks and Spencer Group this week, compared to 1 article on an average week.
Search Interest
Only 2 people have searched for MKS on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of 0% compared to the previous 30 days.
MarketBeat Follows
3 people have added Marks and Spencer Group to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 50% compared to the previous 30 days.

2.5

Company Ownership

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling
In the past three months, Marks and Spencer Group insiders have bought more of their company's stock than they have sold. Specifically, they have bought £450.30 in company stock and sold GBX 0 in company stock.
Percentage Held by Insiders
Only 0.57% of the stock of Marks and Spencer Group is held by insiders.
Percentage Held by Institutions
51.61% of the stock of Marks and Spencer Group is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.

1.3

Earnings and Valuation

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market
The P/E ratio of Marks and Spencer Group is 912.35, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 125.61.
Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector
The P/E ratio of Marks and Spencer Group is 912.35, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the Consumer Cyclical sector average P/E ratio of about 428.98.
Price to Earnings Growth Ratio
Marks and Spencer Group has a PEG Ratio of 0.20. PEG Ratios below 1 indicate that a company could be undervalued.
Price to Book Value per Share Ratio
Marks and Spencer Group has a P/B Ratio of 1.01. P/B Ratios below 3 indicates that a company is reasonably valued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

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About Marks and Spencer Group (LON:MKS) Stock

Marks and Spencer Group plc operates various retail stores. It operates through five segments: UK Clothing & Home, UK Food, International, Ocado, and All Other. The company offers protein deli and dairy; produce; ambient and in-store bakery; meals dessert and frozen; and hospitality and 'Food on the Move' products. The company also provides womenswear, menswear, lingerie, kids wear, and home products; financial services, including credit cards, payment solutions, insurances, savings, and loans; and renewable energy services. In addition, it invests in and develops real estate properties; operates international franchises; and provides its products online. The company also exports its products. It operates 1,487 stores in worldwide. The company was founded in 1884 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

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MKS Stock News Headlines

March 25, 2023 | americanbankingnews.com

Marks and Spencer Group (LON:MKS) Raised to Buy at Citigroup

March 24, 2023 | americanbankingnews.com

Marks and Spencer Group (LON:MKS) Stock Rating Upgraded by BNP Paribas

March 27, 2023 | Weiss Ratings (Ad)

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March 22, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com

Marks & Spencer gains on triple upgrade

March 22, 2023 | reuters.com

London stocks fall as hot UK inflation data spurs rate-hike fears; Fed in focus

March 22, 2023 | americanbankingnews.com

Shore Capital Reiterates House Stock Rating for Marks and Spencer Group (LON:MKS)

March 21, 2023 | americanbankingnews.com

Marks and Spencer Group plc (LON:MKS) Given Consensus Recommendation of "Hold" by Analysts

February 28, 2023 | uk.finance.yahoo.com

Marks & Spencer rolls out self-service tills for clothing in dozens of stores

March 27, 2023 | Legacy Research (Affiliate) (Ad)

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February 25, 2023 | uk.finance.yahoo.com

UK supermarkets expand budget Fairtrade ranges as demand grows

February 7, 2023 | msn.com

Marks and Spencer shares: future dividend darlings

February 1, 2023 | uk.finance.yahoo.com

Aldi ripped off M&S light-up gin bottles, High Court rules

January 30, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com

Marks and Spencer Group plc (LON:MKS) is favoured by institutional owners who hold 79% of the company

January 24, 2023 | msn.com

Marks and Spencer: how its shares could benefit from Ocado’s poor performance

January 18, 2023 | uk.finance.yahoo.com

Marks and Spencer shares: the hottest FTSE 250 stock I’d buy today

January 17, 2023 | markets.businessinsider.com

Ocado Retail Q4 Retail Revenue Up 0.3%

January 17, 2023 | uk.finance.yahoo.com

FTSE 100 lower as annual Davos meeting raises concerns on global outlook

January 17, 2023 | uk.finance.yahoo.com

FTSE 100: Ocado shares fall as basket sizes fall and prices rise

January 16, 2023 | msn.com

Marks & Spencer to invest £480M, open new sites in broad store retooling

January 16, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com

Britain's M&S to invest $587 million in store estate

January 16, 2023 | uk.finance.yahoo.com

M&S to open 20 new shops and invest £500m refurbishing stores

January 12, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com

Is Marks and Spencer Group plc's (LON:MKS) Latest Stock Performance A Reflection Of Its Financial Health?

December 16, 2022 | finance.yahoo.com

BP Teams With M&S To Expand Its EV Charging Network

December 14, 2022 | msn.com

Can Marks and Spencer shares yield a high return in 2023?

December 8, 2022 | finance.yahoo.com

M&S to offer electric car chargers at 70 stores as its net zero drive accelerates

December 5, 2022 | finance.yahoo.com

Is It Time To Consider Buying Marks and Spencer Group plc (LON:MKS)?

November 18, 2022 | markets.businessinsider.com

Marks And Spencer Appoints Jeremy Townsend As Interim CFO

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MKS Company Calendar

Last Earnings: 5/23/2018
Today: 3/27/2023

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Industry, Sector and Symbol

Stock Exchange: LON
Industry: Department Stores
Sub-Industry: N/A
Sector: Consumer Cyclical
Current Symbol: LON:MKS
CUSIP: N/A
CIK: N/A
Web: www.marksandspencer.com
Phone: +44-20-79354422
Fax: N/A
Employees: 69,577
Year Founded: N/A

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Forecast: GBX 161.86
High Stock Price Forecast: GBX 198
Low Stock Price Forecast: GBX 130
Forecasted Upside/Downside: +1.5%
Consensus Rating: Hold
Rating Score (0-4): 2.44
Research Coverage: 8 Analysts

Profitability

EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year): GBX 0.17
Trailing P/E Ratio: 913.58
Forward P/E Ratio: 11.53
P/E Growth: 0.2
Net Income: £312.40 million
Net Margins: 2.76%
Pretax Margin: N/A
Return on Equity: 11.39%
Return on Assets: 4.63%

Debt

Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 122.67
Current Ratio: 0.88
Quick Ratio: 0.42

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales: £11.32 billion
Price / Sales: 0.27
Cash Flow: GBX 50.36 per share
Price / Cash Flow: 3.08
Book Value: GBX 153 per share
Price / Book: 1.02

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares: 1,960,000,000
Free Float: N/A
Market Cap: £3.04 billion
Optionable: Not Optionable
Beta: 1.64

Key Executives

Mr. Eoin P. Tonge B Eng (Age 50)
B.E., Director
Comp: $1.85M

Mr. Stuart B. Machin (Age 52)
Chief Exec. Officer & Director

Ms. Katie Bickerstaffe (Age 55)
Co-Chief Exec. & Director

Mr. Jeremy Townsend (Age 58)
Interim Chief Financial Officer

Mr. Fraser Ramzan
Head of Investor Relations

Mr. Nick Folland (Age 57)
Group Gen. Counsel & Company Sec.

Mr. Paul Friston
Managing Director of International

Mr. Craig Taylor
Head of Operations for Food Supply Chain

Michelle Ojulah
Head of Kidswear Buying

Ms. Katharine Haenelt
First Head of Trading for Meat, Fish, Poultry & Dairy

Key Competitors

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Insiders

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MKS Stock - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Marks and Spencer Group stock right now?: 8 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Marks and Spencer Group in the last year. There are currently 1 sell rating, 3 hold ratings and 4 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "hold" MKS shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in MKS, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.
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What is Marks and Spencer Group's stock price forecast for 2023?: 8 Wall Street research analysts have issued 1 year target prices for Marks and Spencer Group's stock. Their MKS share price forecasts range from GBX 130 to GBX 198. On average, they expect the company's share price to reach GBX 161.86 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 4.2% from the stock's current price.
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How have MKS shares performed in 2023?: Marks and Spencer Group's stock was trading at GBX 123.30 at the beginning of the year. Since then, MKS stock has increased by 26.0% and is now trading at GBX 155.31.
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How were Marks and Spencer Group's earnings last quarter?: Marks and Spencer Group plc (LON:MKS) posted its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, May, 23rd. The retailer reported $27.80 EPS for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $27.80 by $0.00. Marks and Spencer Group had a net margin of 2.76% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 11.39%.
What other stocks do shareholders of Marks and Spencer Group own?: Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Marks and Spencer Group investors own include Lloyds Banking Group (LLOY), Barclays (BARC), Aviva (AV), Royal Bank of Scotland Group (RBS), Tesco (TSCO), Royal Dutch Shell (RDSB), Vodafone Group Public (VOD), Centrica (CNA), International Consolidated Airlines Group (IAG) and ITV (ITV).

What is Marks and Spencer Group's stock symbol?: Marks and Spencer Group trades on the London Stock Exchange (LON) under the ticker symbol "MKS."
How do I buy shares of Marks and Spencer Group?: Shares of MKS stock 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.
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What is Marks and Spencer Group's stock price today?: One share of MKS stock can currently be purchased for approximately GBX 155.31.
How much money does Marks and Spencer Group make?: Marks and Spencer Group (LON:MKS) has a market capitalization of £3.04 billion and generates £11.32 billion in revenue each year. The retailer earns £312.40 million in net income (profit) each year or GBX 0.17 on an earnings per share basis.
How many employees does Marks and Spencer Group have?: The company employs 69,577 workers across the globe.
How can I contact Marks and Spencer Group?: Marks and Spencer Group's mailing address is Waterside House, 35 North Wharf Road, LONDON, W2 1NW, United Kingdom. The official website for the company is www.marksandspencer.com. The retailer can be reached via phone at +44-20-79354422.

This page (LON:MKS) was last updated on 3/27/2023 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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Marks and Spencer Group - MKS Share Forecast, Price & News

Marks and Spencer Group MarketRank™ Forecast

Overall MarketRank™

Analyst's Opinion

Short Interest

Short Interest

Dividend Strength

Sustainability and ESG

Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Score

News and Social Media Coverage

News Sentiment

News Coverage This Week

Search Interest

MarketBeat Follows

Company Ownership

Earnings and Valuation

About Marks and Spencer Group (LON:MKS) Stock

MKS Stock News Headlines

MKS Company Calendar

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Price Target and Rating

Profitability

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Miscellaneous

Key Executives

Key Competitors

Insiders

MKS Stock - Frequently Asked Questions

Overall MarketRank^™