Analysis of Forterra PLC (FORT)
Forterra PLC is showing some mixed signals based on the recent data. The RSI indicator is hovering around 50, indicating a neutral sentiment. The MACD indicator is positive but the MACD line is below the signal line, suggesting a potential reversal.
The stock price has been fluctuating within a range, with some volatility in the past few days. The moving averages (SMA, EMA, WMA) are close to the current price, indicating a possible consolidation phase.
Overall, Forterra PLC seems to be in a consolidation phase with mixed signals from the technical indicators. Traders and investors may want to wait for more clarity before making any significant trading decisions.
Earnings estimate
The analysts' estimates for future quarterly and annual earnings per share are as follows:
1. Current Quarter (as of June 30, 2024):
- Average Estimate: $1.23
- Low Estimate: $1.18
- High Estimate: $1.26
- Year Ago EPS: $1.17
- Number of Analysts: 27
2. Next Quarter (as of September 30, 2024):
- Average Estimate: $1.42
- Low Estimate: $1.33
- High Estimate: $1.51
- Year Ago EPS: $1.35
- Number of Analysts: 26
3. Current Year (as of September 30, 2024):
- Average Estimate: $6.10
- Low Estimate: $5.95
- High Estimate: $6.41
- Year Ago EPS: $5.67
- Number of Analysts: 40
4. Next Year (as of September 30, 2025):
- Average Estimate: $6.69
- Low Estimate: $5.92
- High Estimate: $7.31
- Year Ago EPS: $6.10
- Number of Analysts: 40
Based on these estimates, we can see a generally positive trend in the expected earnings per share both for the upcoming quarters and the next year compared to the previous year's earnings. This indicates potential growth and improvement in the company's financial performance according to analysts' projections.
Earnings
The company's results for the most recent quarter, ending on April 30, 2025, have not been provided at this time. The previous quarter's results, ending on February 27, 2025, were handled by the Transfer Agent. The quarter before that, ending on January 31, 2025, had results released after hours. The results for the quarter ending on October 31, 2024, were not provided at the time. However, for the quarter ending on August 1, 2024, the company had an EPS estimate of 1.32.
Main Statystic ðŸ§
The company's financials show a strong cash flow, with operating cash flow at $110.56 billion and levered free cash flow at $84.73 billion. The balance sheet indicates a total cash of $67.15 billion, total debt of $104.59 billion, and a current ratio of 1.037. The profit margin is 26.31%, with a return on assets of 22.07% and return on equity of 147.25%. The income statement reveals an EBITDA of $131.39 billion, revenue of $381.62 billion, and a net income to common of $100.39 billion. The company's operating margin is 30.74%, with a revenue per share of $24.54.
In terms of stock statistics, the short ratio is 1.53, with 99.29 million shares shorted out of 15.31 billion float shares. The stock has a market capitalization of $2.92 trillion, with a price to earnings ratio of 29.59 and a price to book ratio of 39.34. The stock price summary shows a beta of 1.26, with a 52-week low of $164.08 and a high of $199.62.
Regarding dividends and splits, the company has a payout ratio of 14.93% and a forward annual dividend rate of $1, with a trailing annual dividend yield of 0.51%. The last split was a 4-for-1 split on August 31, 2020. The 5-year average dividend yield is 0.73%.
Income statement 💸
These are the revenue figures. Here are the conclusions:
1. The company's sales revenue has been increasing steadily over the years, from $274.5 billion in 2020 to $383.3 billion in 2023.
2. Despite the increase in sales, the cost of goods sold has also been rising, indicating a potential need for cost management.
3. The gross profit margin has remained relatively stable over the years, indicating efficient cost control measures.
4. Operating income has shown a positive trend, reaching $114.3 billion in 2023 from $66.3 billion in 2020.
5. Net income has also been increasing consistently, from $57.4 billion in 2020 to $97 billion in 2023.
6. Earnings per share (EPS) have shown a slight fluctuation but have generally been on an upward trajectory.
7. The company has been able to maintain a healthy EBITDA margin over the years, indicating operational efficiency.
8. The company's tax expenses have also increased with the rise in income, suggesting compliance with tax regulations.
9. Overall, the financial performance of the company in terms of revenue and profitability has been positive and shows a growth trend.
Revenue estimate
Based on analysts' estimates for the future quarterly and annual sales of the company, the following conclusions can be drawn:
1. For the current quarter ending on June 30, 2024, the average sales estimate is $77,545,400,000, with a sales growth of 2% compared to the same quarter last year. The number of analysts providing estimates is 25.
2. For the next quarter ending on September 30, 2024, the average sales estimate is $85,501,800,000, with a sales growth of 3% compared to the same quarter last year. The number of analysts providing estimates is 25.
3. For the current fiscal year ending on September 30, 2024, the average sales estimate is $357,772,000,000, with a sales growth of 1% compared to the previous fiscal year. The number of analysts providing estimates is 38.
4. For the next fiscal year ending on September 30, 2025, the average sales estimate is $380,772,000,000, with a sales growth of 6% compared to the current fiscal year. The number of analysts providing estimates is 38.
These estimates suggest a moderate growth trend in both quarterly and annual sales for the company over the specified periods, with the highest growth expected in the next fiscal year.
Growth estimates
Based on the consensus estimates provided by analysts, we can draw the following conclusions regarding the growth rate of the company for different periods:
1. Current Quarter: The estimated growth rate for the current quarter is 5.1%.
2. Next Quarter: The estimated growth rate for the next quarter is 5.2%.
3. Current Year: The estimated growth rate for the current year is 7.6%.
4. Next Year: The estimated growth rate for the next year is 9.7%.
5. Past 5 Years (per annum): The estimated average annual growth rate for the past 5 years is 20.1%.
6. Next 5 Years (per annum): The estimated average annual growth rate for the next 5 years is 9.7%.
These estimates suggest that the company has been experiencing strong growth in the past, but analysts expect the growth rate to moderate slightly in the coming years, although it is still expected to be robust.
Price target
Based on the analysts' forecast, the future price of the security is expected to range between $164 (low) and $250 (high), with a median estimate of $200 and an average estimate of $202.26. The current price of the security is $191.57.
Balance Sheet
These are balance sheets. Here are the conclusions:
1. The total assets have been increasing over the years, reaching $365,725,000,000 in 2018.
2. Current assets have fluctuated but generally show an increasing trend.
3. Non-current assets have also been increasing steadily.
4. Total liabilities have been increasing, but at a slower pace compared to total assets.
5. Shareholders' equity has shown an increasing trend, indicating a healthy financial position.
6. The company has been investing more in non-current assets over the years.
7. There is a consistent amount of short-term debt in the current liabilities.
8. Retained earnings have been positive, contributing to the growth in shareholders' equity.
9. The company has been managing its long-term debt effectively.
10. Overall, the financial health of the company seems to be improving over the years.
Cash Flow 💶
This is the cash flow statement. Here are some conclusions we can draw from the data:
1. The company's free cash flow has been fluctuating over the years, with the highest value in 2022 and the lowest in 2020.
2. Operating cash flow has generally been increasing, indicating improved operational efficiency.
3. The company has been consistently paying interest and income taxes, with varying amounts each year.
4. Financing activities show significant fluctuations, especially in common stock repurchases and long-term debt issuuance.
5. Investing activities also vary, with notable amounts spent on the sale and purchase of investments.
6. The end cash position has been fluctuating, reaching its highest value in 2020 and its lowest in 2022.
7. The company has been paying dividends consistently, with varying amounts each year.
8. Stock-based compensation has also been fluctuating, indicating changes in employee compensation strategies.
9. Overall, the company's financial activities show a mix of stability and variability, reflecting the dynamic nature of its operations and financial management.MACD of FORT