Croda International/£CRDA
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About Croda International
Founded in 1925, Croda International Plc is a UK-based speciality chemicals company recognized globally for its innovative approach to delivering specialized chemical solutions across a broad range of industries including consumer care and life sciences. Operating within the basic materials sector, Croda develops, manufactures, and markets a wide array of specialty chemicals used in everything from cosmetics and pharmaceuticals to lubricants and plastics. Over the decades, Croda has committed to sustainability and innovation, driving its growth and solidifying its position as in the industry.
Ticker
£CRDA
Sector
Primary listing
LSE
Industry
Chemicals
Headquarters
Employees
6,027
Website
CRDA Metrics
BasicAdvanced
£4B
25.37
£1.14
0.76
£1.10
3.82%
Price and volume
Market cap
£4B
Beta
0.76
52-week high
£42.20
52-week low
£25.51
Average daily volume
355K
Dividend rate
£1.10
Financial strength
Current ratio
2.628
Quick ratio
1.534
Long term debt to equity
28.338
Total debt to equity
30.437
Dividend payout ratio (TTM)
96.03%
Interest coverage (TTM)
7.48%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
329.3
Gross margin (TTM)
45.08%
Net profit margin (TTM)
9.74%
Operating margin (TTM)
14.24%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
23.20%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
£270,000
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
4.09%
Return on equity (TTM)
6.84%
Valuation
Price to earnings (TTM)
25.366
Price to revenue (TTM)
2.469
Price to book
1.76
Price to tangible book (TTM)
4.13
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
29.218
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
3.42%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
98.53%
Dividend yield (TTM)
3.82%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
-3.92%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
-7.20%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
-4.84%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
4.52%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
-20.92%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
-1.24%
3-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
3.23%
10-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
4.70%
What the Analysts think about CRDA
Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for Croda International stock.
Bulls say / Bears say
Croda International has opened a new advanced lipids manufacturing facility in Pennsylvania, USA, which is expected to enhance its production capabilities and meet growing demand in the pharmaceutical sector. (croda.com)
The company's Consumer Care unit, which includes fragrances and cosmetics, has shown signs of recovery with improved demand, indicating potential growth in this segment. (reuters.com)
Croda has maintained a strong balance sheet with a debt-to-equity ratio of 26.8% and an interest coverage ratio of 9.6, suggesting financial stability and capacity for future investments. (simplywall.st)
Croda anticipates a decline in profit and profit margins for 2024 due to ongoing customer destocking and subdued demand in its Crop Protection and Industrial Specialties segments. (reuters.com)
The company has reduced its annual profit expectations, citing weak demand in its life sciences unit, leading to a significant drop in share value. (reuters.com)
Croda's Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) stands at 6.2%, which is below the industry average of 11%, indicating potential inefficiencies in capital utilization. (alphaspread.com)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 7 Jul 2025.
CRDA Financial Performance
Revenues and expenses
CRDA Earnings Performance
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for Croda International stock?
Croda International (CRDA) has a market cap of £4B as of July 25, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for Croda International stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for Croda International (CRDA) stock is 25.37 as of July 25, 2025.
Does Croda International stock pay dividends?
Yes, the Croda International (CRDA) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of July 25, 2025, the dividend rate is £1.1 and the yield is 3.82%. Croda International has a payout ratio of 96.03% on a trailing twelve-month basis.
When is the next Croda International dividend payment date?
The next Croda International (CRDA) dividend payment date is unconfirmed.
What is the beta indicator for Croda International?
Croda International (CRDA) has a beta rating of 0.76. 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.