Bloomsbury Publishing Plc (LON:BMY)

London flag London · Delayed Price · Currency is GBP · Price in GBX
622.00
+6.00 (0.97%)
Jul 28, 2026, 1:03 PM GMT
Market Cap497.99M +24.5%
Revenue (ttm)325.90M -9.7%
Net Income27.00M +6.3%
EPS0.33 +6.8%
Shares Out 80.84M
PE Ratio18.78
Forward PE13.25
Dividend0.16 (2.67%)
Ex-Dividend DateJul 23, 2026
Volume45,607
Open622.00
Previous Close616.00
Day's Range613.00 - 626.00
52-Week Range435.00 - 690.00
Beta0.42
AnalystsStrong Buy
Price Target786.00 (+26.37%)
Earnings DateJul 27, 2026

About Bloomsbury Publishing

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc publishes academic, educational, and general fiction and non-fiction books publishing for children, general reader, teachers, students, libraries, researchers, and professionals worldwide. It operates through Consumer and Academic & Professional segments. The company offers print books, ebooks, and audiobooks; licensing rights to third parties; and digital resources to academic, educational and professional settings. It also provides advertising and publishing services; and books for students and scholars of the arts, ... [Read more]

Industry Publishing
Founded 1986
Employees 1,230
Stock Exchange London Stock Exchange
Ticker Symbol BMY
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In fiscal year 2026, Bloomsbury Publishing's revenue was 325.90 million, a decrease of -9.72% compared to the previous year's 361.00 million. Earnings were 27.00 million, an increase of 6.30%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 5 analysts, the average rating for BMY stock is "Strong Buy." The 12-month stock price target is 786p, which is an increase of 26.37% from the latest price.

Price Target
786p
(26.37% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

AI class action settlement is a big win for Bloomsbury shareholders

For Bloomsbury Publishing, the outcome of one prominent AI rights legal battle has delivered an unexpected payoff.

6 days ago - The Armchair Trader

Bloomsbury Publishing Among Beneficiaries Of $1.5 Bln Anthropic AI Settlement

(RTTNews) - Bloomsbury Publishing Plc (BMY.L), the publishing company, Wednesday said the U.S. District Court has approved the settlement of $1.5 billion class action of Bartz et al vs. Anthropic wher...

6 days ago - Nasdaq

UK's Bloomsbury among beneficiaries of $1.5 billion Anthropic copyright lawsuit settlement

Britain's Bloomsbury Publishing confirmed on Tuesday it was among the beneficiaries of a landmark $1.5 billion settlement that resolves claims artificial intelligence company Anthropic used copyrighte...

6 days ago - Reuters

UK's Bloomsbury Publishing holds forecast steady as AI deals support performance

Britain's Bloomsbury Publishing maintained its annual forecast on Wednesday, betting that continued AI licensing revenue and strength in its academic and professional business will support growth.

13 days ago - Reuters

Bloomsbury Publishing Earnings release: Trading update

Bloomsbury Publishing released its earnings on July 15, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.

13 days ago - Filings

Bloomsbury Publishing Earnings Call Transcript: H2 2026

Profit rose 7% to £44.9m with margin up to 13.8%, driven by digital and academic growth. Dividend increased for the 31st consecutive year, and strong upcoming releases and AI licensing agreements support a positive outlook for FY 2026-2027.

2 months ago - Transcripts

Bloomsbury Publishing Quarterly report: H2 2026

Bloomsbury Publishing has published its H2 2026 quarterly earnings report on May 20, 2026.

2 months ago - Filings

Bloomsbury Publishing Slides: H2 2026

Bloomsbury Publishing has posted slides in relation to its H2 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on May 20, 2026.

2 months ago - Filings

Bloomsbury Publishing Annual report: H2 2026

Bloomsbury Publishing has published its H2 2026 annual report on May 20, 2026.

2 months ago - Filings

Bloomsbury Publishing Earnings Call Transcript: H1 2026

Revenue rose to £160 million with a 15% margin and strong growth in both academic and consumer segments, supported by a successful AI licensing deal and the integration of Rowman & Littlefield. Full-year profit is expected to exceed forecasts, with expansion in Asia and digital formats driving future growth.

9 months ago - Transcripts

Bloomsbury Publishing Quarterly report: H1 2026

Bloomsbury Publishing has published its H1 2026 quarterly earnings report on October 23, 2025.

9 months ago - Filings

Bloomsbury Publishing Slides: H1 2026

Bloomsbury Publishing has posted slides in relation to its H1 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on October 23, 2025.

9 months ago - Filings

BookTok trend and 'publishing phenomenon' Sarah J Maas sends Bloomsbury profits soaring

Bloomsbury Publishing has said its profits for the last 12 months are set to be "significantly" ahead of previous expectations thanks to fantasy author Sarah J Maas and the so-called BookTok social me...

2 years ago - Sky News

Harry Potter publisher Bloomsbury sees annual profit in line with market view

Bloomsbury Publishing on Thursday forecast its full-year results to come in line with market expectations, after the Harry Potter publisher reported a higher first-half profit, buoyed by strong demand...

2 years ago - Reuters