NEXT plc NXT.L
Composite 61/100; the shares have moved about 24% annualised. Names that move more contribute more risk for the same amount invested, and our composite reflects how strong the evidence for this one is right now.
Growth ranks 45/100 — a slight mark against it.
Quality ranks 74/100 — a moderate point in its favour. Momentum ranks 66/100 — a moderate point in its favour. Balance-sheet strength ranks 62/100 — a slight point in its favour.
Growth ranks 45/100 — a slight mark against it.
What the company does NEXT plc is a UK-based apparel and homeware retailer operating through retail stores, online platforms, and franchise networks, with segments including consumer credit and third-party brand services.
Key financials NEXT reports strong profitability with ROE 50.8%, ROA 16.3%, and ROCE 65.2%. Gross, operating, and net margins stand at 44.2%, 19.4%, and 12.9%, respectively, supported by revenue growth of 15.3% and EPS growth of 24.9%.
Stock health The company scores highly on quality (81.4) and momentum (67.3), with a Piotroski F-Score of 8/9 and Altman Z of 8.48. Its current ratio is 1.76 and interest coverage is 11.23, indicating solid financial health.
Price vs fair value NEXT trades at a **discount of 27.50%** to our fair-value estimate of 19351.00 and a **PREMIUM of 1.53%** to the 12-month target of 14948.00. - High profitability metrics (ROE 50.8%, ROCE 65.2%) align with quality score 81.4 (Sideravia). - Momentum is positive with 12m return of 24.58% and RSI 64.10 (Sideravia). - Forward P/E of 17.15 and PEG of 0.89 suggest reasonable growth valuation (data provided).
Looking forward Forward P/E of 17.15 and EV/EBITDA of 11.63 indicate moderate valuation, while strong profitability and momentum metrics support the current price level. Analyst targets suggest limited upside near term, but fundamentals remain robust.
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