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Whitbread PLC(WTB) Stock Analysis | Consumer Cyclical

GBX --+0.00%
Reward34Low
Risk49Moderate
75%Data
3.9% dividend yield
Structurally Challenged
Market Cap:4.11Bn
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Reward Rating
34
Low
Reward Assessment
75% data coverage
Bottom 5% of stocksView factors
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Risk Rating
49
Moderate
Risk Assessment
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Market Performance

Stock returned +10.0% over the past year, broadly in line with market conditions.

Analyst Target

Analyst consensus price target: 2701p.

What is Whitbread PLC?

Whitbread plc operates hotels and restaurants in the United Kingdom, Germany, Ireland, and internationally.

WTB · Verdict

Limited reward · moderate risk

WTB's standout is volatility; balance sheet and growth weigh on the picture.

Based on 88% data coverage

WTB · Verdict

What’s working & what to watch

Strengths 1

  • Volatility65/100

    Above average

Watchouts 4

  • Balance sheet22/100

    Interest covered 3.1×

  • Growth23/100

    Rev -0.4% CAGR · earnings -12.0%

  • Valuation33/100

    P/E 14.0× · PEG 2.27

  • Profitability35/100

    7% net margin · 7% ROE

Model-based scoring. For information only — not financial advice.

What is Whitbread PLC?

Whitbread plc operates hotels and restaurants in the United Kingdom, Germany, Ireland, and internationally. The company operates hotels under the Premier Inn, ZIP by Premier Inn, and hub by Premier Inn brands. The company is listed on the LSE in UK, operating in the Consumer Cyclical sector, with a market capitalisation of 4.11B, and a P/E ratio of 20.2x.

Financial Highlights

Investment Breakdown

Growth
Moderate growth momentum — positive trajectory without breakout acceleration.
Profitability
Thin or inconsistent margins weigh on earnings quality.
Risk
Risk profile appears balanced versus broad market conditions.
Valuation
Premium valuation reflects strong growth expectations already priced in.

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Reward: Low (34)

The scoring profile indicates weak reward characteristics across most factors, including momentum and size. Risk indicators are moderate, consistent with typical market exposure.

For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Company Information
SectorConsumer Cyclical
IndustryLodging
Market Cap4.11B
P/E Ratio20.1557
Dividend Yield3.92%
Beta0.648
Insider Activity
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