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
Employees
26,978
Headquarters
Website
Bunzl Metrics
BasicAdvanced
£7.8B
16.62
£1.46
0.28
£0.74
3.05%
Price and volume
Market cap
£7.8B
Beta
0.28
52-week high
£35.96
52-week low
£22.10
Average daily volume
1.1M
Dividend rate
£0.74
Financial strength
Current ratio
1.363
Quick ratio
0.767
Long term debt to equity
93
Total debt to equity
109.722
Dividend payout ratio (TTM)
48.45%
Interest coverage (TTM)
4.80%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
961.8
Gross margin (TTM)
28.26%
Net profit margin (TTM)
4.09%
Operating margin (TTM)
6.47%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
24.82%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
£440,000
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
5.45%
Return on equity (TTM)
18.00%
Valuation
Price to earnings (TTM)
16.616
Price to revenue (TTM)
0.677
Price to book
3.11
Price to tangible book (TTM)
-7.84
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
9.723
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
10.29%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
2.493
Dividend yield (TTM)
3.05%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
1.92%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
0.89%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
2.22%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
6.41%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
2.78%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
7.90%
3-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
8.40%
10-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
7.40%
What the Analysts think about Bunzl
Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for Bunzl stock.
Bulls say / Bears say
Bunzl delivered a 4.2% increase in H1 2025 revenue at constant exchange rates despite a challenging backdrop, underscoring resilience in its distribution model. (Bunzl H1 report)
The group welcomed two bolt-on acquisitions—Gisa in Mexico and Quindesur in Spain—committing roughly £120 million to expand its geographic footprint and diversify revenue streams. (Bunzl H1 report)
Management’s actions in North America have re-energised the team, with early positive profit indicators reflecting successful operational improvements in the region. (Bunzl H1 report)
In its Q1 trading update, Bunzl reported a 0.9% decline in underlying revenue at constant exchange rates and a significant year-on-year drop in adjusted operating profit, prompting a reduction of its 2025 guidance and a forecast operating margin moderately below 8%. (Bunzl Q1 trading statement)
Following its April 2025 profit warning and suspension of the £200 million share buyback, Bunzl’s shares plunged 23.1% in a single session—their worst trading day ever—signalling deep investor concern over its outlook. (Reuters)
Despite revenue growth, Bunzl’s H1 2025 adjusted operating profit fell 11.2% to £404.5 million, reflecting margin compression due to higher distribution and operating costs in North America and Continental Europe. (Bunzl H1 report)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 7 Oct 2025.
Bunzl Financial Performance
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Bunzl Earnings Performance
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for Bunzl stock?
Bunzl (BNZL) has a market cap of £7.8B as of October 14, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for Bunzl stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for Bunzl (BNZL) stock is 16.62 as of October 14, 2025.
Does Bunzl stock pay dividends?
Yes, the Bunzl (BNZL) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of October 14, 2025, the dividend rate is £0.739 and the yield is 3.05%. Bunzl has a payout ratio of 48.45% 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.