J D Wetherspoon/£JDW
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About J D Wetherspoon
J D Wetherspoon PLC, commonly referred to as Wetherspoons, is a pub company based in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1979 by Tim Martin, the company operates pubs throughout the UK and Ireland, offering a variety of beverages and food with an emphasis on value. Wetherspoon is known for converting unconventional premises into pubs, and it also runs a number of hotels.
Ticker
£JDW
Sector
Primary listing
LSE
Industry
Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure
Headquarters
Employees
42,009
ISIN
GB0001638955
Website
J D Wetherspoon Metrics
BasicAdvanced
£848M
15.15
£0.51
1.26
£0.16
2.07%
Price and volume
Market cap
£848M
Beta
1.26
52-week high
£8.00
52-week low
£5.19
Average daily volume
375K
Dividend rate
£0.16
Financial strength
Current ratio
0.404
Quick ratio
0.307
Long term debt to equity
291.487
Total debt to equity
303.647
Dividend payout ratio (TTM)
23.74%
Interest coverage (TTM)
1.98%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
184.417
Gross margin (TTM)
11.26%
Net profit margin (TTM)
3.01%
Operating margin (TTM)
6.44%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
17.75%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
£50,000
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
4.36%
Return on equity (TTM)
16.38%
Valuation
Price to earnings (TTM)
15.15
Price to revenue (TTM)
0.436
Price to book
2.28
Price to tangible book (TTM)
2.32
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
11.333
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
8.82%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
68.30%
Dividend yield (TTM)
2.07%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
3.70%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
58.17%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
21.76%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
3.50%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
-20.74%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
3.98%
10-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
2.92%
What the Analysts think about J D Wetherspoon
Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for J D Wetherspoon stock.
Bulls say / Bears say
JD Wetherspoon reinstated its dividend after a four-year hiatus, reflecting financial recovery and confidence in future performance. (reuters.com)
The company reported a 74% increase in annual profit to £73.9 million, driven by strong customer demand and strategic pub disposals. (reuters.com)
JD Wetherspoon's focus on value offerings has attracted budget-conscious consumers during the cost-of-living crisis, leading to increased sales and market share. (theguardian.com)
Rising labor costs, including increases in national insurance and minimum wage rates, are expected to add approximately £60 million annually to expenses, pressuring profit margins. (investing.com)
Deutsche Bank downgraded JD Wetherspoon to 'sell,' citing mounting cost pressures and potential margin compression due to upcoming budgetary changes. (investing.com)
The company faces challenges from inflationary pressures, particularly in energy costs, which remain significantly higher than pre-pandemic levels, impacting overall profitability. (proactiveinvestors.com)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 9 Jul 2025.
J D Wetherspoon Financial Performance
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J D Wetherspoon Earnings Performance
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for J D Wetherspoon stock?
J D Wetherspoon (JDW) has a market cap of £848M as of July 18, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for J D Wetherspoon stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for J D Wetherspoon (JDW) stock is 15.15 as of July 18, 2025.
Does J D Wetherspoon stock pay dividends?
Yes, the J D Wetherspoon (JDW) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of July 18, 2025, the dividend rate is £0.16 and the yield is 2.07%. J D Wetherspoon has a payout ratio of 23.74% on a trailing twelve-month basis.
When is the next J D Wetherspoon dividend payment date?
The next J D Wetherspoon (JDW) dividend payment date is unconfirmed.
What is the beta indicator for J D Wetherspoon?
J D Wetherspoon (JDW) has a beta rating of 1.26. 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.