Nichols (NICL)

Currency in GBP
928.00
-22.00(-2.32%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
922.00960.00
52 wk Range
880.001,470.00
Key Statistics
Bid/Ask
886.00 / 1,370.00
Prev. Close
950
Open
922
Day's Range
922-960
52 wk Range
880-1,470
Volume
42.41K
Average Volume (3m)
52.4K
1-Year Change
-21.4938%
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Price Target
1,369.00
Upside
+47.52%
Members' Sentiments
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ProTips
Trading at a low P/E ratio relative to near-term earnings growth

Nichols News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Strong Sell

Nichols plc, together with its subsidiaries, engages in supply of soft drinks to the retail, wholesale, catering, licensed, and leisure industries in the United Kingdom, the Middle East, Africa, and internationally. It operates through Packaged and Out of Home segments. The company offers squash, still drinks, flavored water and carbonates, and energy drinks under the Vimto, Levi Roots, and SLUSH PUPPiE brands; and mixers, juices, cordials, post-mix, and frozen drinks under the ICEE, CocaCola, Pepsi, IRN BRU, Old Jamaica, Ocean Spray, and Sunkist brands. It distributes its products through grocery, wholesalers, and convenience stores, as well as cinemas chains, theme parks, pubs, and restaurants. The company also exports its products. Nichols plc was founded in 1908 and is headquartered in Newton-le-Willows, the United Kingdom.

Industry
Beverages
Employees
296

Nichols Earnings Call Summary for H2/2025

  • Nichols plc reported 9.9% growth in adjusted operating profit to £31.7M, with margins improving from 18.2% to over 19% amid challenging conditions
  • Group revenue increased 1.3% with UK packaged goods up 3.1%; international revenue declined slightly due to earlier Ramadan timing in Middle East
  • Africa segment showed strong growth driven by strategic transition to concentrate model; new factory constructions planned to support expansion
  • Company launching new Vimto flavors and packaging in 2026; expanding USA and Canada presence through local partnerships for continued growth
  • Gross profit rose £1.7M with margin improvement to 46.1%; management optimistic about maintaining momentum despite supply chain and competition risks
Last Updated: 2026-03-12, 11:34 a/m
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Compare NICL to Peers and Sector

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NICL
Peers
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Relationship
P/E Ratio
16.2x17.1x12.2x
PEG Ratio
0.830.130.03
Price/Book
3.7x1.8x1.5x
Price / LTM Sales
2.0x0.9x0.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
36.8%35.5%20.7%
Fair Value Upside
Unlock19.2%11.2%Unlock

Analyst Ratings

5 Buy
0 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
5 analysts
Overall Consensus
Strong Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 1,369.00
(+47.52% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Deutsche Bank
Buy11.50+23.92%-UpgradeMar 12, 2026
Berenberg
Buy17.20+85.34%18.20MaintainMar 12, 2026
Deutsche Bank
Hold11.50+23.92%12.50MaintainJan 15, 2026

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 0.58%
Dividend Yield
3.55%
Industry Median 3.18%
Annualized payout
33.70
Paid unevenly
5-Years Growth
-1.74%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Mar 11, 2026
EPS / Forecast
0.35 / --
Revenue / Forecast
89.57M / --
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

NICL Income Statement

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FAQ

What Is the Nichols (NICL) Stock Price Today?

The Nichols stock price today is 928.00 GBP.

What Stock Exchange Does Nichols Trade On?

Nichols is listed and trades on the London Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Nichols?

The stock symbol for Nichols is "NICL."

Does Nichols Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Nichols dividend yield is 3.63%.

What Is the Nichols Market Cap?

As of today, Nichols market cap is 339.37M GBP.

What Is Nichols's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Nichols EPS (TTM) is 0.58.

When Is the Next Nichols Earnings Date?

Nichols will release its next earnings report on Mar 11, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is NICL a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Nichols Stock Split?

Nichols has split 1 times.

How Many Employees Does Nichols Have?

Nichols has 296 employees.

What is the current trading status of Nichols (NICL)?

As of Apr 20, 2026, Nichols (NICL) is trading at a price of 928.00 GBP, with a previous close of 950.00 GBP. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 922.00 GBP to 960.00 GBP, while its 52-week range spans from 880.00 GBP to 1,470.00 GBP.

What Is Nichols (NICL) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Nichols is 1,369.00 GBP, with a high estimate of 1720 GBP and a low estimate of 1150 GBP. 5 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Strong Buy. The stock has an +47.52% Upside potential.
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