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James Cropper
CRPR

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Market Data

Market Cap
£31.05M
EV
£41.35M
Shares Outstanding
9.55M
Beta
-0.01
Industry
Paper, Lumber & Forest Products

Wall Street View

Analyst Rating
NO_OPINION
Analyst Target Price
-
Number of Analysts
0
P/E 2026E
9.53x
P/Revenue 2026E
0.32x

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Margins & Returns

Gross Margin 2026E
55.00%
Net Profit Margin 2026E
3.39%
ROE 2026E
10.80%
ROCE 2025
-22.92%

Dividends

DPS 2026E
£0.00
Payout Ratio 2026E
0.00%
Div. Yield 2026E
0.00%
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About James Cropper PLC

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James Cropper PLC

CRPR

James Cropper PLC manufactures and sells paper products and advanced materials. The company operates through James Cropper Paper & Packaging; James Cropper Advanced Materials; and Group Services and Eliminations segments. It engages in batteries, carbon capture, hydro...

Sector

Basic Materials

Industry

Paper, Lumber & Forest Products

CEO

Stirling, David

Employees

500

IPO Date

1988-07-01

Headquarters

Burneside Mills, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6PZ, United Kingdom

📊 Stock Price & Performance

The last closing price of James Cropper (CRPR) is £3.12, reflecting a -4.00% change from the prior session. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 7:30 AM Eastern Time

Review the recent CRPR stock performance trends:Past 1 Month: James Cropper (CRPR) shares have -5.80%.Past 3 Months: The stock has +0.00%.Past 6 Months: CRPR shares have +47.73%. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:50 PM Eastern Time

Over the last year, James Cropper (CRPR) has established a 52-week price range between a high of £3.60 and a low of £1.25. This metric is essential for assessing the stock's annual volatility. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:50 PM Eastern Time

James Cropper (CRPR) is considered a low volatility stock. It has a beta of -0.01, which means it typically moves in the opposite direction of the broader market, with a magnitude of approximately 0.01 times the market's movement. Over the past 52 weeks, CRPR has traded within a £1.25 – £3.60 range. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:50 PM Eastern Time

A £1,000 investment in James Cropper 5 years ago, when the stock was trading around £9.89, would be worth approximately £315.57 today, based solely on share price performance (excluding dividends). This represents a total return of -68.44% over the period, equivalent to a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -20.60%. Past performance reflects historical price movements only and does not imply future results. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:50 PM Eastern Time

💰 Financial Metrics & Reports

The current James Cropper (CRPR) market capitalization is approximately £31.05M, 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, James Cropper's market cap fluctuates with changes in its share price and share count. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:50 PM Eastern Time

In the most recently reported quarter, James Cropper (CRPR) generated £25.88M in revenue, representing a +3.58% 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 2:47 AM Eastern Time

In the most recently reported fiscal year, James Cropper (CRPR) generated net income of £-5.27M, compared with £-4.00M in the prior fiscal year, representing a -31.82% year over year change. For the upcoming fiscal year, analyst consensus currently estimates net income of £3.28M. 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 2:47 AM Eastern Time

According to its latest quarterly filing, James Cropper (CRPR) reported EBITDA of £2.35M, representing a +108.97% 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 2:47 AM Eastern Time

As of the most recent reporting period, the company's debt-to-equity ratio stands at 0.90x, 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 2:47 AM Eastern Time

Based on the latest available data, James Cropper (CRPR) is currently trading at a last twelve months (LTM) P/E ratio of -10.90x. 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 2:47 AM Eastern Time

📅 Earnings & Dividends

In the most recently reported quarter, James Cropper (CRPR) revenue was £25.88M. Earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter were £0.11. 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 2:47 AM Eastern Time

James Cropper (CRPR) does not currently pay a dividend. Over the last twelve months (LTM), the company paid £0.00 per share in dividends, and no dividend payments are currently expected over the next twelve months (NTM). Companies that do not pay dividends typically prioritize reinvesting cash into growth initiatives, capital expenditures, debt reduction, or strategic investments, though dividend policy may change in the future. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:47 AM Eastern Time

📈 Analyst Information

Based on the latest available analyst coverage, James Cropper (CRPR) currently carries a NO_OPINION consensus rating. Analyst views are forward-looking estimates and should not be considered investment advice. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:47 AM Eastern Time

Like other publicly traded stocks, James Cropper (CRPR) 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 James Cropper (CRPR) shares Trading involves risk, and investors should consider their financial objectives and risk tolerance before investing.

ℹ️ Company Information

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James Cropper trades under the ticker symbol CRPR on the LSE stock exchange. The ticker CRPR 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, James Cropper (CRPR) employs approximately 500 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 11:50 PM Eastern Time

James Cropper (CRPR) 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 James Cropper (CRPR) stock peers based on overlapping products, services, and competitive dynamics:Genus Paper & Boards (GENUSPAPER)Neodecortech (NDT)Minfeng Special Paper (600235)Fujian Qingshan Paper Industry (600103) 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 James Cropper.

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