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Associated British Foods
(LSE:ABF)
Associated British Foods (ABF) vs. S&P 500 (SPY)
Associated British Foods Business Overview & Revenue Model
Associated British Foods Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | ||||
| Sep 2024 | Sep 2023 | Sep 2022 | Sep 2021 | Sep 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Income Statement | Total Revenue | |||
| 20.07B | 19.76B | 17.00B | 13.88B | 13.91B | Gross Profit |
| 4.88B | 4.31B | 3.67B | 3.13B | 3.10B | EBIT |
| 1.93B | 1.51B | 1.16B | 879.00M | 811.00M | EBITDA |
| 3.13B | 2.23B | 1.95B | 1.65B | 1.67B | Net Income Common Stockholders |
| 1.46B | 1.04B | 700.00M | 478.00M | 455.00M |
| Balance Sheet | Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | |||
| 1.66B | 1.46B | 2.13B | 2.31B | 2.03B | Total Assets |
| 19.01B | 18.84B | 19.77B | 16.89B | 16.67B | Total Debt |
| 3.68B | 3.72B | 3.89B | 3.69B | 4.11B | Net Debt |
| 2.35B | 2.27B | 1.77B | 1.41B | 2.12B | Total Liabilities |
| 7.74B | 7.65B | 8.22B | 6.89B | 7.23B | Stockholders Equity |
| 11.19B | 11.09B | 11.45B | 9.92B | 9.36B |
| Cash Flow | Free Cash Flow | |||
| 1.79B | 614.00M | 380.00M | 742.00M | 1.08B | Operating Cash Flow |
| 2.91B | 1.69B | 1.15B | 1.37B | 1.70B | Investing Cash Flow |
| -1.51B | -1.06B | -854.00M | -656.00M | -574.00M | Financing Cash Flow |
| -1.43B | -1.16B | -563.00M | -373.00M | -572.00M |
Associated British Foods Technical Analysis
Associated British Foods Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
80 Outperform | £117.64B | 24.06 | 30.27% | 3.15% | -0.76% | -12.83% | |
79 Outperform | £13.98B | 10.02 | 13.06% | 3.25% | 1.64% | 44.38% | |
73 Outperform | $44.71B | 15.90 | 35.82% | 3.94% | -3.88% | -11.33% | |
72 Outperform | £7.35B | 14.39 | 17.19% | 0.83% | 6.87% | 22.36% | |
71 Outperform | £22.77B | 20.21 | 10.18% | 3.68% | ― | ― | |
62 Neutral | $20.22B | 13.99 | -16.14% | 3.22% | 1.15% | 3.41% | |
60 Neutral | £5.49B | 40.07 | 2.25% | 5.52% | 2.66% | 80.49% |
Associated British Foods Earnings Call Summary
Associated British Foods Corporate Events
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 80,000 ordinary shares as part of its share buyback program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities, reflects the company’s strategic financial management aimed at enhancing shareholder value and optimizing capital structure.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 9,328 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflects the company’s strategic move to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
Associated British Foods PLC announced the repurchase of 18,684 ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its share buyback program. The transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, is part of the company’s strategy to enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation.
Associated British Foods PLC announced the repurchase and cancellation of 210,000 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. The shares were acquired from Barclays Capital Securities Limited at an average price of 1933.5879 pence per share. This transaction is part of the company’s strategy to optimize its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
Associated British Foods PLC has announced a change in the breakdown of voting rights, with Wittington Investments Limited now holding 58.091065% of the voting rights, up from a previous 57.090458%. This adjustment in voting rights signifies a strengthened position for Wittington Investments Limited within the company, potentially impacting corporate governance and decision-making processes.
Associated British Foods PLC announced the repurchase and cancellation of 130,000 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflects the company’s strategic financial management and is likely to impact its share value positively, benefiting shareholders by potentially enhancing earnings per share.
Associated British Foods plc has announced that it has 725,144,203 ordinary shares admitted to trading, each carrying one vote at general meetings. This information is crucial for shareholders to determine their notification requirements under the Financial Conduct Authority’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, highlighting the company’s commitment to regulatory compliance and transparency.
Associated British Foods plc announced the resignation of Paul Marchant as Primark’s Chief Executive following an investigation into his conduct. Eoin Tonge, ABF Finance Director, will temporarily assume the role of Primark Chief Executive, while Joana Edwards will serve as interim ABF Finance Director. The company emphasizes its commitment to maintaining a respectful and inclusive work environment, underscoring the importance of integrity and responsibility in its operations.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 80,000 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, conducted through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategic move to enhance shareholder value and optimize its capital structure, potentially impacting its market positioning and investor relations.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 22,538 ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategic financial management and could potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares outstanding.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 170,000 of its ordinary shares as part of its share repurchase program. The shares were bought from Barclays Capital Securities Limited at an average price of GBp 1915.7542, with the highest price paid being GBp 1921.0000 and the lowest GBp 1900.0000. This transaction is part of the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and return value to shareholders, potentially impacting its stock liquidity and market perception.
Associated British Foods PLC announced the repurchase and cancellation of 130,000 of its ordinary shares, as part of its ongoing share buyback program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, is intended to enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares outstanding, potentially increasing earnings per share and demonstrating confidence in the company’s financial health.
Associated British Foods announced a share buyback transaction, purchasing 59,827 ordinary shares for cancellation as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This move, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, is aimed at optimizing the company’s capital structure and potentially enhancing shareholder value.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 110,000 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share buyback program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategic focus on optimizing its capital structure and potentially enhancing shareholder value.
Associated British Foods plc announced that Dame Heather Rabbatts, currently serving as the Senior Independent Director, will join Bloomsbury Publishing Plc as a Non-Executive Director starting 14 April 2025. This appointment reflects the company’s commitment to strengthening its leadership team and may enhance its strategic influence within the industry.
Associated British Foods announced the repurchase and cancellation of 80,000 ordinary shares as part of its share buyback program, with shares bought at an average price of 1902.9553 pence. This move indicates the company’s strategy to enhance shareholder value and optimize its capital structure, potentially impacting its market positioning positively.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 97,945 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its share repurchase programme. The transaction, executed on the London Stock Exchange, involved an average price per share of GBp 1892.9122, with the highest and lowest prices being GBp 1901.5000 and GBp 1883.0000, respectively. This move is part of the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and could impact its market positioning and shareholder value.
Associated British Foods announced the repurchase and cancellation of 49,710 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This move is part of a strategic effort to manage the company’s capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value, reflecting a commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
Associated British Foods PLC announced the repurchase and cancellation of 130,000 ordinary shares at an average price of GBp 1851.3076 as part of its share buyback program. This move, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation.
Associated British Foods plc announced a share repurchase transaction, buying back 140,000 of its ordinary shares at an average price of GBp 1843.3440. This move, part of its ongoing share repurchase programme, is aimed at enhancing shareholder value and optimizing the company’s capital structure, reflecting confidence in its financial position and future prospects.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 250,000 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares outstanding.
Associated British Foods PLC announced the repurchase and cancellation of 129,358 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its share repurchase program. This move is part of the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value, reflecting a proactive approach to financial management.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 54,496 of its ordinary shares as part of its share repurchase program. This transaction, conducted through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value. The repurchase was executed on the London Stock Exchange and other trading venues, with the average price per share being GBp 1920.3843.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 140,000 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share buyback program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategy to enhance shareholder value and optimize its capital structure. The buyback could positively impact the company’s stock price and signal confidence in its financial health.
Associated British Foods announced the repurchase and cancellation of 120,000 ordinary shares as part of its share repurchase program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities, reflects the company’s strategic financial management and could potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares outstanding.
Associated British Foods PLC announced the repurchase and cancellation of 100,000 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This move, executed on the London Stock Exchange, reflects the company’s strategy to enhance shareholder value and optimize its capital structure.
Associated British Foods has repurchased 130,000 of its ordinary shares at an average price of 1892.4128 pence per share as part of its share buyback program. This transaction, conducted through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategy to enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares outstanding, potentially increasing earnings per share and supporting the share price.
Associated British Foods plc announced that it has 727,474,215 ordinary shares, each carrying one vote at general meetings, admitted to trading. This announcement, made in accordance with the Financial Conduct Authority’s rules, provides shareholders with the necessary information to determine their notification requirements regarding their interests in the company.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 94,781 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its share repurchase program. This move is likely to impact the company’s share value and demonstrates a commitment to returning value to shareholders, potentially enhancing its market positioning and investor confidence.
Associated British Foods announced the repurchase of 130,000 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its share repurchase programme. This move is intended to cancel the shares and is part of a broader strategy to manage the company’s capital structure, potentially increasing shareholder value and reflecting confidence in the company’s financial health.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 130,000 of its ordinary shares, as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 298,831 of its ordinary shares as part of its share buyback program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s ongoing efforts to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
Associated British Foods PLC has executed a share buyback, acquiring 102,501 ordinary shares at an average price of GBp 1909.0416 on February 21, 2025. This move is part of the company’s ongoing share repurchase program, aimed at enhancing shareholder value by reducing the number of shares outstanding and potentially improving earnings per share. The shares were purchased from Barclays Capital Securities Limited and will be canceled, following the rules of the London Stock Exchange.
Associated British Foods has announced the execution of the second tranche of its £500 million share repurchase program, involving up to £250 million, starting on 21 February 2025. This initiative aims to reduce the company’s capital by repurchasing and canceling ordinary shares from the open market, with Barclays acting as the principal for the transactions, reflecting strategic financial management to possibly enhance shareholder value.
Associated British Foods has announced a transaction involving the dematerialisation of certificated shareholdings, where the shares were transferred to a nominee company without changing the ultimate beneficial owner. This move reflects a strategic decision aimed at streamlining shareholding processes, potentially impacting the operational efficiency of the company’s financial transactions.
Associated British Foods plc has announced that it has 728,135,547 ordinary shares admitted to trading, each carrying one vote at general meetings. This information is crucial for shareholders to determine their interest or change in interest in the company under regulatory rules, indicating transparency in the company’s operations and compliance with the Financial Conduct Authority’s requirements.
Associated British Foods reported mixed results in its latest trading update, with overall group revenue slightly up by 0.5% at constant currency despite a 2.2% decline in actual currency. Primark’s sales rose by 2% due to growth in key markets like Spain, Portugal, France, and the US, although sales fell in the UK and Ireland due to a challenging retail environment. The grocery segment saw a modest 1% revenue growth, driven by brands like Twinings and Ovaltine. Ingredients experienced a 4% increase, while sugar and agriculture saw revenue declines of 2% and 4% respectively. Despite challenges, the company remains optimistic about Primark’s growth potential and expects stable profit margins.
Associated British Foods plc announced the completion of the first £250 million tranche of its £500 million share buyback program, with the repurchase of 245,261 ordinary shares at an average price of GBp 1999.3026. This move reflects the company’s strategy to enhance shareholder value and manage its capital structure effectively, signaling confidence in its financial position and future prospects.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 223,000 of its ordinary shares through transactions conducted with UBS AG London Branch. This move is part of a previously announced share repurchase program, aimed at optimizing the capital structure and enhancing shareholder value. The impact of this buyback is expected to strengthen the company’s financial position by reducing the number of shares in circulation, potentially increasing earnings per share and providing a signal of confidence in the company’s future prospects.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 200,711 of its ordinary shares as part of its share repurchase program, with an average price of GBp 1976.5252 per share. This move is part of the company’s strategy to enhance shareholder value and optimize capital structure, reflecting confidence in its financial position and future prospects.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase of 242,317 of its ordinary shares, part of a share buyback program authorized by shareholders and executed through UBS AG London. The shares were bought on January 14, 2025, at an average price of 1,960.3965 pence per share, and the company plans to cancel them, aligning share value and enhancing return on equity, potentially benefiting stakeholders by optimizing capital structure.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 326,277 of its ordinary shares on January 13, 2025, as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, executed through UBS AG London Branch, reflects the company’s strategy to optimize capital structure and enhance shareholder value, potentially impacting its financial metrics and market presence.
On January 10, 2025, Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 363,622 of its ordinary shares at an average price of 1945.1454 pence per share as part of its ongoing share buyback program. This transaction, executed through UBS AG London Branch, reflects the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and possibly enhance shareholder value, potentially impacting its market positioning and signaling confidence in its financial stability.
Associated British Foods plc announced a repurchase of 483,198 ordinary shares at an average price of GBp 1959.137 on January 9, 2025, as part of its share repurchase programme. The shares were purchased from UBS AG London Branch and will be canceled, impacting the company’s share capital structure and potentially enhancing shareholder value.
Associated British Foods announced the repurchase of 441,376 of its ordinary shares from UBS AG London Branch as part of its ongoing share buyback program. This transaction, executed on January 8, 2025, is aimed at enhancing shareholder value and reflects the company’s strategic focus on optimizing its capital structure.
Associated British Foods plc announced the purchase and cancellation of 451,627 of its ordinary shares as part of its share repurchase program, authorized by shareholders and executed through UBS AG London Branch. The transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflects a strategic move to manage the company’s capital structure, potentially enhancing shareholder value and indicating confidence in the company’s financial health.