SSE plc engages in the generation, transmission, distribution, and supply of electricity. The company operates through three segments: Wholesale, Networks, and Retail. It generates electricity from gas, oil, coal, water, and wind. The company transmits and distributes electricity to approximately 3.7 million homes and businesses across the north of the central belt of Scotland and also central southern England; owns and maintains 132 kilovolts (KV), 275kV, and 400kV electricity transmission network; and manages 130,000 kilometers of overhead lines and underground cables, 106,000 substations, and approximately 100 subsea cables. It also produces, stores, distributes, and supplies gas; and offers other energy-related services. In addition, it engages in electricity and utility contracting, telecommunications, energy trading, insurance, and property holding businesses, as well as provision of corporate and maintenance services. The company was formerly known as Scottish and Southern Energy plc and changed its name to SSE plc in September 2011. SSE plc was incorporated in 1989 and is based in Perth, the United Kingdom.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Stock Exchange LON
Industry Diversified Utilities
Sub-IndustryN/A
SectorUtilities
SymbolLON:SSE
CUSIPN/A
Phone+44-1738-456000
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 Margins2.93%
Return on Equity9.69%
Return on Assets3.08%
Miscellaneous
EmployeesN/A
Outstanding Shares1,020,000,000
Market Cap£12.47 billion
SSE (LON:SSE) Frequently Asked Questions
What is SSE's stock symbol?
SSE trades on the London Stock Exchange (LON) under the ticker symbol "SSE."
How often does SSE pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for SSE?
SSE declared a dividend on Friday, May 25th. Investors of record on Thursday, July 26th will be paid a dividend of GBX 66.30 per share on Friday, September 21st. This represents a yield of 4.65%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, July 26th. This is a boost from SSE's previous dividend of $28.40. The official announcement can be accessed at this link. View SSE's Dividend History.
How were SSE's earnings last quarter?
Sse Plc (LON:SSE) issued its quarterly earnings results on Friday, May, 25th. The company reported $121.10 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $117.50 by $3.60. SSE had a return on equity of 9.69% and a net margin of 2.93%. View SSE's Earnings History.
What price target have analysts set for SSE?
11 Wall Street analysts have issued 1-year price objectives for SSE's stock. Their predictions range from GBX 1,203 to GBX 1,665. On average, they anticipate SSE's share price to reach GBX 1,414.82 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 25.2% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Price Targets for SSE.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for SSE?
11 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for SSE in the last year. There are currently 1 sell rating, 4 hold ratings and 6 buy ratings for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Hold." View Analyst Ratings for SSE.
Who are some of SSE's key competitors?
Some companies that are related to SSE include National Grid (NG), Centrica (CNA), Ausnet Services (AST), Infigen Energy (IFN), Atlantic Power (ATP), Maxim Power (MXG), U.S. Geothermal (HTM), Etrion (ETX), AFC Energy (AFC), ARHT Media (ART), Look Communications (OEG), Rurelec (RUR), Alaska Hydro (AKH), Syngas (SYS) and Mass Megawatts Windpower (MMMW).
Who are SSE's key executives?
SSE's management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Alistair Phillips-Davies, CEO & Exec. Director (Age 51)
- Mr. Gregor Alexander, Fin. Director & Exec. Director (Age 55)
- Mr. Martin Pibworth, Wholesale Director & Exec. Director
- Mr. Anthony Keeling, COO & Co-Head of Retail
- Ms. Sally Fairbairn, Director of Investor Relations & Company Sec.
How do I buy shares of SSE?
Shares of SSE 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 SSE's stock price today?
One share of SSE stock can currently be purchased for approximately GBX 1,130.
How big of a company is SSE?
SSE has a market capitalization of £12.47 billion.
What is SSE's official website?
How can I contact SSE?
SSE's mailing address is Inveralmond House, 200 Dunkeld Road, PERTH, PH1 3AQ, United Kingdom. The company can be reached via phone at +44-1738-456000.
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