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Associated British Foods
ABF

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Market Data

Market Cap
£15.10B
EV
£17.86B
Shares Outstanding
709.90M
Beta
0.98
Industry
Packaged Foods

Wall Street View

Analyst Rating
HOLD
Analyst Target Price
Number of Analysts
17
P/E 2026E
11.66x
P/Revenue 2026E
0.76x

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Margins & Returns

Gross Margin 2026E
24.43%
Net Profit Margin 2026E
6.32%
ROE 2026E
11.30%
ROCE 2025
9.22%

Dividends

DPS 2026E
£0.66
Payout Ratio 2026E
36.26%
Div. Yield 2026E
3.10%
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About Associated British Foods plc

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Associated British Foods plc

ABF

Associated British Foods plc engages in the food, ingredients, and retail businesses worldwide. It operates through five segments: Retail, Grocery, Ingredients, Sugar, and Agriculture. The Retail segment is involved in buying and merchandising clothing and accessories...

Sector

Consumer Defensive

Industry

Packaged Foods

CEO

Weston, George

Employees

138,000

IPO Date

1988-07-01

Headquarters

Weston Centre, 10 Grosvenor Street, London, Greater London, W1K 4QY, United Kingdom

📊 Stock Price & Performance

The last closing price of Associated British Foods (ABF) is £21.35, reflecting a -0.33% change from the prior session. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 7:30 AM Eastern Time

Review the recent ABF stock performance trends:Past 1 Month: Associated British Foods (ABF) shares have -0.42%.Past 3 Months: The stock has +3.71%.Past 6 Months: ABF shares have +3.35%. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:48 PM Eastern Time

Over the last year, Associated British Foods (ABF) has established a 52-week price range between a high of £23.59 and a low of £18.19. This metric is essential for assessing the stock's annual volatility. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:48 PM Eastern Time

Associated British Foods (ABF) is considered a medium volatility stock. It has a beta of 0.98, which means it typically moves 0.98 times as much as the broader market. Over the past 52 weeks, ABF has traded within a £18.19 – £23.59 range. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:48 PM Eastern Time

Based on current ABF analyst forecasts and market assumptions, the consensus price target for Associated British Foods (ABF) is £22.39 for 2027. Relative to the current price of £21.35, this implies a positive upside of +5.26%. Price targets reflect forward-looking estimates based on information available at the time and are inherently subject to change as underlying assumptions, company fundamentals, or market conditions evolve. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:48 PM Eastern Time

A £1,000 investment in Associated British Foods 5 years ago, when the stock was trading around £22.72, would be worth approximately £939.52 today, based solely on share price performance (excluding dividends). This represents a total return of -6.05% over the period, equivalent to a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -1.24%. Past performance reflects historical price movements only and does not imply future results. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:48 PM Eastern Time

💰 Financial Metrics & Reports

The current Associated British Foods (ABF) market capitalization is approximately £15.10B, based on its latest share price and shares outstanding. Market capitalization represents the total market value of a company's equity and is calculated by multiplying the current stock price by the number of shares outstanding. As a result, Associated British Foods's market cap fluctuates with changes in its share price and share count. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:48 PM Eastern Time

In the most recently reported quarter, Associated British Foods (ABF) generated £4.98B in revenue, representing a -3.76% year over year change. Quarterly revenue results and expectations reflect underlying demand trends, pricing dynamics, product or service mix, seasonality, and broader macroeconomic conditions. Actual results may differ from consensus estimates as new information becomes available. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:43 AM Eastern Time

In the most recently reported fiscal year, Associated British Foods (ABF) generated net income of £1.03B, compared with £1.46B in the prior fiscal year, representing a -29.55% year over year change. For the upcoming fiscal year, analyst consensus currently estimates net income of £1.26B. Net income may be positive or negative and can fluctuate materially from year to year due to changes in operating performance, non-recurring or one-time items, accounting treatments, capital structure, and broader macroeconomic conditions. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:43 AM Eastern Time

According to its latest quarterly filing, Associated British Foods (ABF) reported EBITDA of £613.50M, representing a -11.02% year over year change. EBITDA is a non-GAAP measure and does not account for depreciation, amortization, interest expense, taxes, or capital expenditures. As a result, it should be considered alongside other financial metrics when assessing operating performance. Actual results may differ from estimates as company-specific or macroeconomic conditions evolve. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:43 AM Eastern Time

As of the most recent reporting period, the company's debt-to-equity ratio stands at 0.33x, calculated as total debt divided by total shareholders' equity. A lower debt-to-equity ratio generally indicates a more conservative capital structure with less reliance on external borrowing, while a higher ratio suggests greater financial leverage and potentially higher sensitivity to interest rates, refinancing conditions, and earnings volatility. The debt-to-equity ratio should be interpreted in the context of the company's industry, business model, cash flow stability, and balance sheet composition. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:43 AM Eastern Time

Based on the latest available data, Associated British Foods (ABF) is currently trading at a last twelve months (LTM) P/E ratio of 15.08x. The P/E ratio reflects how much investors are willing to pay today for a dollar of earnings and can vary meaningfully over time due to changes in profitability, growth expectations, margin outlook, and earnings volatility. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:43 AM Eastern Time

📅 Earnings & Dividends

Associated British Foods (ABF) is currently scheduled to report its next earnings results on April 26, 2026. Earnings dates are subject to change and may be updated by the company with limited notice. Investors typically monitor upcoming earnings releases closely, as they can result in increased volatility depending on reported results, forward guidance, and management commentary. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:48 PM Eastern Time

In the most recently reported quarter, Associated British Foods (ABF) revenue was £4.98B. Earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter were £0.35. Revenue and EPS surprises may be positive or negative and can influence near-term stock performance depending on expectations, forward guidance, and broader market and sector conditions. For a detailed history of analyst expectations versus reported results, view the full estimates vs. actuals track record here: 👉 Estimates vs. Actuals Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:43 AM Eastern Time

📈 Analyst Information

Analyst assessments of whether Associated British Foods (ABF) consensus price target is overvalued or undervalued are generally expressed relative to consensus valuation frameworks and price targets, rather than as an absolute judgment.Current share price: £21.35Consensus price target: £22.39Implied return: +5.26% An implied return above current levels indicates that, on average, analysts view the stock as trading below their estimated fair value. Conversely, an implied return below current levels suggests the stock may be fully valued or priced above consensus expectations. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:43 AM Eastern Time

Based on the latest available analyst coverage, Associated British Foods (ABF) currently carries a Hold consensus rating. Analysts' average ABF price target is £22.39. Relative to the current share price of £21.35, this suggests a potential price change of approximately +5.26%. Analyst views are forward-looking estimates and should not be considered investment advice. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:43 AM Eastern Time

Like other publicly traded stocks, Associated British Foods (ABF) shares are bought and sold on stock exchanges such as LSE and other supported markets, depending on the listing. The most common way to buy shares is through an online brokerage account. To get started, you typically need to: Open an account with a licensed stock brokerComplete the broker's verification processFund your accountPlace a buy order for Associated British Foods (ABF) shares Trading involves risk, and investors should consider their financial objectives and risk tolerance before investing.

ℹ️ Company Information

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Associated British Foods trades under the ticker symbol ABF on the LSE stock exchange. The ticker ABF is used to identify the company's common stock across trading platforms, market data providers, and regulatory filings.

As of the most recently reported period, Associated British Foods (ABF) employs approximately 138,000 people worldwide. Reported employee figures may fluctuate over time due to hiring activity, restructuring, automation initiatives, or changes in business strategy. Headcount data is typically disclosed in company filings and reflects full-time employees unless otherwise stated. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:48 PM Eastern Time

Associated British Foods (ABF) operates in a highly competitive market with companies that often have different business models, geographic exposure, and end markets. While no two companies are identical, the following firms are generally considered the closest Associated British Foods (ABF) stock peers based on overlapping products, services, and competitive dynamics:H & M Hennes & Mauritz (HM B)NEXT (NXT)Industria de Diseño Textil (ITX)Südzucker (SZU)Hilton Food Group (HFG)WH Group (288)Kraft Heinz (KHC)Yihai Kerry Arawana Holdings (300999)L.D.C. (LOUP)Wens Foodstuff Group (300498) These peers may differ in size, business mix, financial profile, and strategic focus, but they are commonly referenced due to overlapping markets, customer segments, or competitive positioning relative to Associated British Foods.

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