Diploma /£DPLM
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About Diploma
Diploma PLC is a UK-based international group of businesses supplying specialized technical products and services. Operating primarily in the Life Sciences, Seals, and Controls sectors, the company distributes a diversified range of products across industries such as healthcare, environmental, and industrial technology. Founded in 1931, Diploma PLC is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol DPLM.
Ticker
£DPLM
Sector
Primary listing
LSE
Industry
Trading Companies & Distributors
Headquarters
Employees
3,300
ISIN
GB0001826634
Website
Diploma Metrics
BasicAdvanced
£6.6B
39.71
£1.24
0.73
£0.60
1.22%
Price and volume
Market cap
£6.6B
Beta
0.73
52-week high
£50.25
52-week low
£35.32
Average daily volume
239K
Dividend rate
£0.60
Financial strength
Current ratio
2.329
Quick ratio
1.147
Long term debt to equity
51.882
Total debt to equity
53.327
Dividend payout ratio (TTM)
47.49%
Interest coverage (TTM)
7.64%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
328.8
Gross margin (TTM)
46.92%
Net profit margin (TTM)
11.52%
Operating margin (TTM)
17.24%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
24.02%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
£440,000
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
9.48%
Return on equity (TTM)
18.37%
Valuation
Price to earnings (TTM)
39.715
Price to revenue (TTM)
4.552
Price to book
7.02
Price to tangible book (TTM)
-67.82
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
33.001
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
3.03%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
149.57%
Dividend yield (TTM)
1.22%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
15.75%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
43.81%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
18.63%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
16.33%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
28.19%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
14.27%
3-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
10.10%
10-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
13.22%
What the Analysts think about Diploma
Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for Diploma stock.
Bulls say / Bears say
Diploma PLC reported a 19% increase in revenue to £1.2 billion for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023, driven by strong organic growth and strategic acquisitions. (diplomaplc.com)
The company completed six high-quality acquisitions totaling £284 million, including the £236 million purchase of Peerless Aerospace Fastener LLC, enhancing its market position and product offerings. (diplomaplc.com)
Diploma PLC upgraded its full-year 2024 guidance, now expecting constant currency revenue growth of approximately 16% and an operating margin of around 20.5%, reflecting strong business momentum. (diplomaplc.com)
Despite reporting strong financial results, Diploma PLC's shares fell by 6.8% to 4,228.00 pence, indicating potential investor concerns or profit-taking. (sharesmagazine.co.uk)
The company's operating expenses increased by 12% to £550.3 million, which could pressure profit margins if revenue growth slows. (morningstar.co.uk)
Diploma PLC's basic earnings per share decreased by 8.9% to 43.1 pence, potentially raising concerns about earnings quality and sustainability. (morningstar.co.uk)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 8 Jul 2025.
Diploma Financial Performance
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Diploma Earnings Performance
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for Diploma stock?
Diploma (DPLM) has a market cap of £6.6B as of July 11, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for Diploma stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for Diploma (DPLM) stock is 39.71 as of July 11, 2025.
Does Diploma stock pay dividends?
Yes, the Diploma (DPLM) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of July 11, 2025, the dividend rate is £0.602 and the yield is 1.22%. Diploma has a payout ratio of 47.49% on a trailing twelve-month basis.
When is the next Diploma dividend payment date?
The next Diploma (DPLM) dividend payment date is unconfirmed.
What is the beta indicator for Diploma ?
Diploma (DPLM) has a beta rating of 0.73. 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.