Tesco/£TSCO
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About Tesco
Tesco PLC is a British multinational grocery and general merchandise retailer headquartered in Welwyn Garden City, England. It operates as one of the largest retailers in the world, offering food, clothing, and household products across various store formats, including hypermarkets, supermarkets, and convenience stores. Founded in 1919 by Jack Cohen, Tesco has expanded its operations to multiple countries, primarily in Europe and Asia, with a significant presence in the UK and Ireland. The company is known for its Clubcard loyalty program, online shopping services, and private-label brands. Tesco's strategic positioning is bolstered by its extensive supply chain network, robust data analytics capabilities, and a broad product assortment tailored to diverse consumer needs.
Ticker
£TSCO
Sector
Primary listing
LSE
Employees
340,000
Headquarters
Website
Tesco Metrics
BasicAdvanced
£30B
20.29
£0.23
0.62
£0.14
2.99%
Price and volume
Market cap
£30B
Beta
0.62
52-week high
£4.60
52-week low
£3.10
Average daily volume
16M
Dividend rate
£0.14
Financial strength
Current ratio
0.597
Quick ratio
0.382
Long term debt to equity
111.652
Total debt to equity
138.519
Dividend payout ratio (TTM)
60.07%
Interest coverage (TTM)
4.02%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
4,260
Gross margin (TTM)
7.67%
Net profit margin (TTM)
2.14%
Operating margin (TTM)
4.22%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
28.01%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
£210,000
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
4.31%
Return on equity (TTM)
13.69%
Valuation
Price to earnings (TTM)
20.289
Price to revenue (TTM)
0.429
Price to book
2.76
Price to tangible book (TTM)
5.23
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
20.557
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
4.86%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
0.223
Dividend yield (TTM)
2.99%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
2.92%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
21.29%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
3.91%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
2.42%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
22.40%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
-13.43%
3-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
7.25%
What the Analysts think about Tesco
Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for Tesco stock.
Bulls say / Bears say
Tesco increased its 2025/26 full-year profit guidance to £2.9–£3.1 billion, up from the earlier £2.7–£3.0 billion range, after stronger-than-forecast summer trading. (Reuters)
UK like-for-like sales rose 4.9% in the first half, helping Tesco grow its market share to 28.4% and supporting a 17% jump in its share price so far this year. (Reuters)
Sales of Tesco’s premium 'Finest' line jumped 16% year-on-year in the first half of 2025, showcasing the success of its strategy to expand in upscale products. (Reuters)
UK grocery inflation climbed to 3.8% in April 2025, fueling increased price competition and more aggressive promotions that may squeeze Tesco’s profit margins. (Reuters)
Shop prices in the UK rose 4.2% year-on-year in September 2025, and higher domestic costs—including national insurance, wages, and an upcoming packaging levy in October—are likely to increase Tesco’s operating costs. (Reuters)
Analysts caution that ongoing food inflation and expected tax increases in the autumn budget create downside risk for Tesco’s earnings recovery. (Reuters)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 5 Oct 2025.
Tesco Financial Performance
Revenues and expenses
Tesco Earnings Performance
Company profitability
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for Tesco stock?
Tesco (TSCO) has a market cap of £30B as of October 29, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for Tesco stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for Tesco (TSCO) stock is 20.29 as of October 29, 2025.
Does Tesco stock pay dividends?
Yes, the Tesco (TSCO) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of October 29, 2025, the dividend rate is £0.137 and the yield is 2.99%. Tesco has a payout ratio of 60.07% on a trailing twelve-month basis.
When is the next Tesco dividend payment date?
The next Tesco (TSCO) dividend payment is scheduled for November 21, 2025.
What is the beta indicator for Tesco?
Tesco (TSCO) has a beta rating of 0.62. 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.