FirstGroup plc (FGROF)
| Market Cap | 1.42B -10.8% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 6.32B -9.2% |
| Net Income | 157.22M -7.2% |
| EPS | 0.27 +0.5% |
| Shares Out | n/a |
| PE Ratio | 9.03 |
| Forward PE | 9.83 |
| Dividend | 0.10 (3.82%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jul 2, 2026 |
| Volume | 8,100 |
| Open | 2.500 |
| Previous Close | 2.500 |
| Day's Range | 2.500 - 2.500 |
| 52-Week Range | 2.250 - 2.500 |
| Beta | 0.68 |
| Analysts | n/a |
| Price Target | n/a |
| Earnings Date | Nov 17, 2026 |
About FirstGroup
FirstGroup plc provides public transport services in the United Kingdom. It operates through First Bus and First Rail segments. It operates a fleet of approximately 6,000 buses and coaches, as well as 320 trains. The company was founded in 1986 and is based in London, the United Kingdom. [Read more]
Financial Performance
In fiscal year 2026, FirstGroup's revenue was 4.75 billion, a decrease of -9.21% compared to the previous year's 5.23 billion. Earnings were 118.30 million, a decrease of -7.22%.
Financial numbers in GBP Financial StatementsNews
FirstGroup Earnings Call Transcript: H2 2026
Adjusted revenue rose 25% to £1.7 billion, with EPS up 5% and strong cash generation supporting an 11% dividend increase and a new £100 million buyback. Bus and coach segments drove growth, while rail faced headwinds from nationalization and competition.
FirstGroup Annual report: H2 2026
FirstGroup has published its H2 2026 annual report on June 18, 2026.
FirstGroup Slides: H2 2026
FirstGroup has posted slides in relation to its H2 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on June 18, 2026.
FirstGroup Annual report: H2 2026
FirstGroup has published its H2 2026 annual report on June 18, 2026.
FirstGroup Earnings release: Trading update
FirstGroup released its earnings on March 26, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.
FirstGroup price target raised to 250 GBp from 245 GBp at RBC Capital
RBC Capital raised the firm’s price target on FirstGroup (FGROY) to 250 GBp from 245 GBp and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares.
FirstGroup Earnings Call Transcript: H1 2026
Strong half-year results with 30% adjusted revenue growth and 16% EPS increase, driven by acquisitions, cost efficiencies, and electrification investments. Outlook remains positive with modest EPS growth expected for FY26 and a robust balance sheet supporting further U.K. expansion.
FirstGroup Quarterly report: H1 2026
FirstGroup has published its H1 2026 quarterly earnings report on November 18, 2025.
FirstGroup Slides: H1 2026
FirstGroup has posted slides in relation to its H1 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on November 18, 2025.
FirstGroup price target raised to 240 GBp from 215 GBp at Berenberg
Berenberg analyst Jack Cummings raised the firm’s price target on FirstGroup (FGROY) to 240 GBp from 215 GBp and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.
FirstGroup Earnings Call Transcript: H2 2025
Adjusted revenue grew 7% to £1.4bn and adjusted EPS rose 16% to 19.4p, with strong cash generation supporting an 18% dividend increase and a new £50m buyback. Strategic acquisitions, electrification, and open-access rail expansion underpin a positive outlook for FY2026.
FirstGroup Annual report: H2 2025
FirstGroup has published its H2 2025 annual report on June 10, 2025.
FirstGroup Annual report: H2 2025
FirstGroup has published its H2 2025 annual report on June 10, 2025.
FirstGroup Slides: H2 2025
FirstGroup has posted slides in relation to its H2 2025 quarterly earnings report, which was published on June 10, 2025.
FirstGroup upgraded to Buy from Hold at HSBC
HSBC upgraded FirstGroup (FGROY) to Buy from Hold with a 190 GBp price target
FirstGroup price target raised to 215 GBp from 205 GBp at Berenberg
Berenberg raised the firm’s price target on FirstGroup (FGROY) to 215 GBp from 205 GBp and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.
FirstGroup price target raised to 215 GBp from 200 GBp at RBC Capital
RBC Capital raised the firm’s price target on FirstGroup (FGROY) to 215 GBp from 200 GBp and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares.
FirstGroup Transcript: M&A Announcement
The acquisition secures a major entry into the London bus market, diversifies earnings, and leverages RATP London’s strong operational base and electrification progress. Financially, the deal is earnings-neutral until FY2027, with synergies and margin improvements expected as contracts are rebid.
FirstGroup Press release: M&A Announcement
FirstGroup issued a press release on December 10, 2024, disclosing material business information to investors.
FirstGroup Slides: M&A Announcement
FirstGroup has posted slides in relation to its latest quarterly earnings report, which was published on December 10, 2024.
FirstGroup Earnings Call Transcript: H1 2025
Strong H1 2025 results with 8% revenue growth, margin expansion, and robust cash generation. Bus and open access rail segments drove performance, supported by acquisitions and electrification investments. Outlook for FY25 is positive, with EPS expected to be maintained in FY26.
FirstGroup Quarterly report: H1 2025
FirstGroup has published its H1 2025 quarterly earnings report on November 14, 2024.
FirstGroup Slides: H1 2025
FirstGroup has posted slides in relation to its H1 2025 quarterly earnings report, which was published on November 14, 2024.
FirstGroup price target raised to 205 GBp from 195 GBp at Berenberg
Berenberg analyst Owen Shirley raised the firm’s price target on FirstGroup to 205 GBp from 195 GBp and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.
FirstGroup's Profits Rebound As Journeys And Margins Improve
Transport operator FirstGroup has celebrated a sharp jump in profits thanks to rebounding traveller numbers and improving margins across its rail and bus operations.