Unite Group PLC (UTG)

Currency in GBP
473.00
-9.20(-1.91%)
Closed·
High dividend Yield
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Fair Value
Day's Range
460.40481.80
52 wk Range
442.20884.00
Key Statistics
Bid/Ask
473.00 / 500.00
Prev. Close
473
Open
461.6
Day's Range
460.4-481.8
52 wk Range
442.2-884
Volume
2.93M
Average Volume (3m)
3.78M
1-Year Change
-44.9421%
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Company’s Health
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Price Target
597.21
Upside
+26.26%
Members' Sentiments
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ProTips
Net income is expected to grow this year

Unite Group PLC News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

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

Unite Group PLC is the UK's largest owner, manager and developer. It is purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) serving the country's world-leading higher education sector. We provide homes to 72,000 students across 208 properties in 29 leading university towns and cities. We currently partner with over 60 universities across the UK. Our people are driven by a common purpose: to provide a Home for Success for the students who live with us. Unite Students accommodation is safe and secure, high quality and affordable. Students live predominantly in en-suite study bedrooms with rents covering all bills, insurance, 24-hour security and high-speed Wi-Fi. We are committed to raising standards in the student accommodation sector for our customers, investors and employees. Our Sustainability Strategy includes a commitment to become net zero carbon across our operations and developments by 2030. Founded in 1991 in Bristol, the Unite Group is an award-winning Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), listed on the London Stock Exchange. Unite Group PLC was incorporated in 1991 in United Kingdom.

Unite Group PLC Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2026

  • Unite Group reported Q1 2026 results in line with guidance; reservations at 74% for 2026-2027 academic year, down 2 percentage points year-over-year.
  • Maintained adjusted EPS guidance of GBP 0.415-0.43 for FY2026; rental growth forecast at 2-3% with energy and interest costs fully hedged.
  • Deployed GBP 85 million of GBP 100 million share buyback program; stock rose 0.82% post-earnings with 46% annual return and P/E of 4.87.
  • Deferred 2027 earnings guidance pending academic sales cycle clarity; focusing on high-tariff university partnerships and portfolio optimization.
  • Faces headwinds from shortening tenancy lengths (1% rental growth impact), yield softening, and competitive direct let market intensity.
Last Updated: 2026-04-10, 04:40 a/m
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P/E Ratio
25.7x13.0x9.2x
PEG Ratio
−0.320.020.01
Price/Book
0.5x0.7x0.9x
Price / LTM Sales
6.5x6.3x3.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
18.4%16.3%15.6%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

7 Buy
6 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
14 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 597.21
(+26.26% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Berenberg
Buy6.23+31.71%7.74MaintainApr 15, 2026
JPMorgan
Buy6.90+45.88%7.10MaintainApr 13, 2026
Goldman Sachs
Buy620.00+13,007.82%680.00MaintainMar 27, 2026
Deutsche Bank
Buy6.40+35.31%7.00MaintainMar 20, 2026
Barclays
Hold5.20+9.94%6.15DowngradeMar 17, 2026

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 0.20%
Dividend Yield
7.82%
Industry Median 5.54%
Annualized payout
37.70
Paid unevenly
5-Years Growth
+24.21%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Feb 24, 2026
EPS / Forecast
0.18 / 0.19
Revenue / Forecast
135.8M / 142.43M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

UTG Income Statement

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FAQ

What Is the Unite (UTG) Stock Price Today?

The Unite stock price today is 473.00 GBP.

What Stock Exchange Does Unite Trade On?

Unite is listed and trades on the London Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Unite?

The stock symbol for Unite is "UTG."

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

The Unite dividend yield is 7.97%.

What Is the Unite Market Cap?

As of today, Unite market cap is 2.50B GBP.

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

The Unite EPS (TTM) is 0.20.

When Is the Next Unite Earnings Date?

Unite will release its next earnings report on Feb 24, 2026.

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

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

How Many Times Has Unite Stock Split?

Unite has split 3 times.

How Many Employees Does Unite Have?

Unite has 1917 employees.

What is the current trading status of Unite (UTG)?

As of Apr 17, 2026, Unite (UTG) is trading at a price of 473.00 GBP, with a previous close of 473.00 GBP. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 460.40 GBP to 481.80 GBP, while its 52-week range spans from 442.20 GBP to 884.00 GBP.

What Is Unite (UTG) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Unite is 597.21 GBP, with a high estimate of 906 GBP and a low estimate of 430 GBP. 7 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +26.26% Upside potential.
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