PZ Cussons PLC (PZC)

Currency in GBP
111.60
+4.80(+4.49%)
Closed·
High dividend Yield
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Fair Value
Day's Range
106.40112.60
52 wk Range
65.70113.60
Key Statistics
Bid/Ask
110.00 / 111.60
Prev. Close
106.8
Open
107
Day's Range
106.4-112.6
52 wk Range
65.7-113.6
Volume
1.41M
Average Volume (3m)
1.03M
1-Year Change
61.7391%
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Price Target
124.00
Upside
+11.11%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
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ProTips
Pays a significant dividend to shareholders

PZ Cussons PLC News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Strong Buy

Analyst Ratings

3 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
4 analysts
Overall Consensus
Strong Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 124.00
(+11.11% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Deutsche Bank
Buy1.30+16.49%1.20MaintainAug 10, 2026
JPMorgan
Hold1.10-1.43%1.00MaintainJun 18, 2026

PZ Cussons PLC Earnings Call Summary for H2/2026

  • PZ Cussons reported FY 2026 revenue up 5.4% to £541M with adjusted operating profit at £59.5M, but shares fell 5.5% on lower adjusted EPS of £0.0714.
  • Free cash flow improved to £54.7M from £42.3M; net debt dropped sharply to £25M from £112M, prompting first dividend increase in four years at 2.8%.
  • Management maintained FY 2027 operating profit guidance at £58M-£61.2M, expecting more balanced half-year performance with reduced Nigeria currency exposure.
  • Company delivered £8.5M in structural cost savings while increasing marketing spend to record levels to support expansion in U.S., Australia markets.
  • Portfolio review underway for underperforming brands including Charles Worthington and Fudge; CFO emphasizes improved capital discipline and return metrics.
Last Updated: 2026/08/06, 11:48
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Earnings

Latest Release
Aug 06, 2026
EPS / Forecast
-- / --
Revenue / Forecast
-- / --
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 0.05%
Dividend Yield
5.43%
Industry Median 2.69%
Annualised payout
5.80
Paid unevenly
5-Years Growth
-9.10%
Growth Streak

PZC Income Statement

Compare PZC to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
PZC
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
23.5x16.4x11.7x
PEG Ratio
0.050.110.03
Price/Book
2.0x1.7x1.5x
Price / LTM Sales
0.9x2.1x0.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
18.0%6.0%23.4%
Fair Value Upside
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PZ Cussons plc manufactures, distributes, markets, and sells baby, beauty, and hygiene products in Europe, the Asia Pacific, the Americas, and Africa. The company offers toiletries, pharmaceuticals, electrical goods, edible oils, fats and spreads, nutritional products, shampoos, body washes, toothpastes, toothbrushes, skin and hair care products, food pouches, cereals, snacks, flavors, and fragrances; beauty soaps, lotions, wipes, creams, shower gels, foam-bursts, bar soaps, deodorants, bath infusions, handwashes, and conditioners; ointments; dishwashing liquids, tablets, gels, capsules, rinse aids, liquid detergents, laundry soaps, and laundry solutions; and cooking and vegetable oils. It sells its products under the Bayley’s of Bond Street, Canoe, Carex, Charles Worthington, Childs Farm, Cussons Baby, Cussons Kids, Devon King’s, Fudge Professional, Fudge Urban, Haier Thermocool, Imperial Leather, Joy, Mamador, Morning Fresh, Original Source, Premier Cool, Radiant, Rafferty’s Garden, Robb, Sanctuary Spa, St.Tropez, Venus for You, and Zip brand names. The company was formerly known as Paterson Zochonis Plc and changed its name to PZ Cussons Plc in 2002. PZ Cussons plc was incorporated in 1884 and is headquartered in Manchester, the United Kingdom.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
78,19M18,60%83,50M
Other Institutional Investors
304,24M72,38%324,93M
Public Companies & Retail Investors
37,93M9,02%40,51M
Total
420,35M100,00%448,94M

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
Zochonis Charitable Trust14,99%63 019 19367 304
Estate of John B. Zochonis11,73%49 320 71252 675

FAQ

What Is the PZ Cussons (PZC) Stock Price Today?

The PZ Cussons stock price today is 111,60 GBP.

What Stock Exchange Does PZ Cussons Trade On?

PZ Cussons is listed and trades on the London Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for PZ Cussons?

The stock symbol for PZ Cussons is "PZC."

Does PZ Cussons Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The PZ Cussons dividend yield is 5.2%.

What Is the PZ Cussons Market Cap?

As of today, PZ Cussons market cap is 448,94M GBP.

What Is PZ Cussons's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The PZ Cussons EPS (TTM) is 0,05.

When Is the Next PZ Cussons Earnings Date?

PZ Cussons will release its next earnings report on Aug 06, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is PZC a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has PZ Cussons Stock Split?

PZ Cussons has split 2 times.

How Many Employees Does PZ Cussons Have?

PZ Cussons has 2500 employees.

What is the current trading status of PZ Cussons (PZC)?

As of Aug 10, 2026, PZ Cussons (PZC) is trading at a price of 111,60 GBP, with a previous close of 106,80 GBP. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 106,40 GBP to 112,60 GBP, while its 52-week range spans from 65,70 GBP to 113,60 GBP.

What Is PZ Cussons (PZC) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for PZ Cussons is 124,00 GBP, with a high estimate of 131 GBP and a low estimate of 110 GBP. 3 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Strong Buy. The stock has an +11,11% Upside potential.
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