Marks & Spencer Group/£MKS
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About Marks & Spencer Group
Marks & Spencer Group is a British multinational retailer headquartered in London, United Kingdom. The company operates in the retail sector, focusing on clothing, home products, and food. Marks & Spencer's key business segments include its Clothing & Home division and its Food division, the latter of which emphasizes high-quality, own-brand products. Established in 1884, the company has a notable history and has expanded its presence with numerous stores across the UK and internationally. Marks & Spencer leverages its brand recognition and customer loyalty as strategic strengths in the competitive retail market.
Ticker
£MKS
Sector
Primary listing
LSE
Industry
Consumer Staples Distribution and Retail
Headquarters
Employees
64,000
ISIN
GB0031274896
MKS Metrics
BasicAdvanced
£6.9B
24.35
£0.14
1.40
£0.04
1.06%
Price and volume
Market cap
£6.9B
Beta
1.4
52-week high
£4.18
52-week low
£2.75
Average daily volume
10M
Dividend rate
£0.04
Financial strength
Current ratio
0.865
Quick ratio
0.511
Long term debt to equity
87.711
Total debt to equity
99.766
Dividend payout ratio (TTM)
20.46%
Interest coverage (TTM)
6.93%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
1,355.5
Gross margin (TTM)
100.00%
Net profit margin (TTM)
2.14%
Operating margin (TTM)
7.89%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
42.97%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
£220,000
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
7.78%
Return on equity (TTM)
10.10%
Valuation
Price to earnings (TTM)
24.35
Price to revenue (TTM)
0.499
Price to book
2.35
Price to tangible book (TTM)
2.51
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
8.551
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
11.70%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
39.87%
Dividend yield (TTM)
1.06%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
5.96%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
-32.69%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
8.27%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
2.97%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
-2.49%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
-7.18%
10-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
-14.87%
What the Analysts think about MKS
Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for Marks & Spencer Group stock.
Bulls say / Bears say
JPMorgan raised its price target for Marks & Spencer to £4.25, citing consistent improvements in both the Food and Clothing & Home segments, with a notable 40% year-to-date stock price increase. (Investing.com)
The company's strategic focus on the kidswear market, where it currently holds a 7% share compared to competitor Next's 14%, presents significant growth potential. (Investing.com)
Marks & Spencer's ongoing store rotation program is expected to positively impact medium-term prospects, enhancing operational efficiency and customer experience. (Investing.com)
Despite an 8.1% rise in like-for-like sales over Christmas, Marks & Spencer's shares fell 4% due to an uncertain outlook and profit-taking after a strong run. (TradingView News)
The company faced a significant cyberattack, leading to operational disruptions and potential financial impacts, raising concerns about its cybersecurity measures. (GuruFocus)
Analysts express caution due to the company's cautious outlook, citing uncertainty around economic growth and higher-than-anticipated wage and business rate costs. (TradingView News)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 10 Jul 2025.
MKS Financial Performance
Revenues and expenses
MKS Earnings Performance
Company profitability
MKS News
AllArticlesVideos
Cyber attack on M&S should be 'wake-up call', minister warns
Skynews·2 months ago
What is happening at M&S? An insider reveals the 'chaos and paranoia as staff sleep in offices'
Skynews·3 months ago
Paranoia, chaos and staff sleeping in the office: Insider reveals M&S 'had no plan' for cyber attacks
Skynews·3 months ago
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for Marks & Spencer Group stock?
Marks & Spencer Group (MKS) has a market cap of £6.9B as of July 21, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for Marks & Spencer Group stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for Marks & Spencer Group (MKS) stock is 24.35 as of July 21, 2025.
Does Marks & Spencer Group stock pay dividends?
Yes, the Marks & Spencer Group (MKS) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of July 21, 2025, the dividend rate is £0.036 and the yield is 1.06%. Marks & Spencer Group has a payout ratio of 20.46% on a trailing twelve-month basis.
When is the next Marks & Spencer Group dividend payment date?
The next Marks & Spencer Group (MKS) dividend payment date is unconfirmed.
What is the beta indicator for Marks & Spencer Group?
Marks & Spencer Group (MKS) has a beta rating of 1.4. This means that it is more volatile than the market, on average. A beta of 1 would indicate the stock moves in-line with the market, while a beta of 2 would indicate the stock moves twice as much as the market.