Bunzl/£BNZL
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About Bunzl
Bunzl is a British multinational distribution and outsourcing company headquartered in London, United Kingdom. The company operates in the distribution of non-food consumables, primarily in sectors such as foodservice, grocery, cleaning and hygiene, safety, and healthcare. Bunzl provides a range of products including packaging, disposables, and cleaning supplies, catering to businesses and institutions. Founded in 1854, it has expanded its global footprint through acquisitions, operating in over 30 countries across the Americas, Europe, and Australasia. Bunzl's strategic positioning is strengthened by its focus on efficient logistics and a broad distribution network, enabling timely and reliable delivery of essential consumables to its diverse client base.
Ticker
£BNZL
Sector
Primary listing
LSE
Industry
Trading Companies and Distributors
Headquarters
Employees
26,978
Website
Bunzl Metrics
BasicAdvanced
£7.6B
15.66
£1.49
0.28
£0.74
3.17%
Price and volume
Market cap
£7.6B
Beta
0.28
52-week high
£36.92
52-week low
£22.10
Average daily volume
890K
Dividend rate
£0.74
Financial strength
Current ratio
1.181
Quick ratio
0.722
Long term debt to equity
72.319
Total debt to equity
136.371
Dividend payout ratio (TTM)
45.68%
Interest coverage (TTM)
4.82%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
1,009.9
Gross margin (TTM)
28.81%
Net profit margin (TTM)
4.25%
Operating margin (TTM)
7.00%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
25.62%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
£440,000
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
5.63%
Return on equity (TTM)
17.40%
Valuation
Price to earnings (TTM)
15.656
Price to revenue (TTM)
0.661
Price to book
2.75
Price to tangible book (TTM)
-8.56
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
9.089
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
11.00%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
256.13%
Dividend yield (TTM)
3.17%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
-0.18%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
-4.68%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
4.62%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
6.70%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
4.10%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
8.85%
3-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
9.04%
10-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
7.61%
What the Analysts think about Bunzl
Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for Bunzl stock.
Bulls say / Bears say
CEO Frank van Zanten's purchase of 4,000 shares in March 2025 at an average price of GBX 3,037 indicates strong insider confidence in Bunzl's future prospects. (americanbankingnews.com)
Citigroup upgraded Bunzl's stock to a 'buy' rating in January 2025, reflecting positive analyst sentiment and potential for stock appreciation. (etfdailynews.com)
Bunzl's acquisition of an 80% stake in Nisbets for £338 million in February 2024 expands its footprint in the food-service sector, potentially driving revenue growth. (markets.businessinsider.com)
Bunzl's 2023 annual results indicated a projected decline in operating margins for 2024, primarily due to reduced inflation-related benefits and a slower start in North America. (markets.businessinsider.com)
Jefferies Financial Group maintained an 'underperform' rating with a price target of GBX 2,800 in December 2024, suggesting potential downside risk. (tickerreport.com)
Barclays reiterated a 'Hold' rating with a price target of £32.50 in July 2024, indicating limited upside potential. (markets.businessinsider.com)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 7 Jul 2025.
Bunzl Financial Performance
Revenues and expenses
Bunzl Earnings Performance
Company profitability
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for Bunzl stock?
Bunzl (BNZL) has a market cap of £7.6B as of July 25, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for Bunzl stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for Bunzl (BNZL) stock is 15.66 as of July 25, 2025.
Does Bunzl stock pay dividends?
Yes, the Bunzl (BNZL) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of July 25, 2025, the dividend rate is £0.739 and the yield is 3.17%. Bunzl has a payout ratio of 45.68% on a trailing twelve-month basis.
When is the next Bunzl dividend payment date?
The next Bunzl (BNZL) dividend payment date is unconfirmed.
What is the beta indicator for Bunzl?
Bunzl (BNZL) has a beta rating of 0.28. This means that it is less volatile than the market, on average. A beta of 1 would indicate the stock moves in-line with the market, while a beta of 0.5 would mean it moves half as much as the market.