John Wood Group's analyst price target has been raised from £0.58 to £0.63, as analysts cite improved revenue growth and profit margin projections in their updated assessments.
What's in the News
- Ken Gilmartin, current Group CEO, will step down after the upcoming shareholder vote on the Sidara transaction. Iain Torrens is set to assume the CEO position (Key Developments)
- Sidara announces a recommended cash acquisition of John Wood Group, involving a 30 pence per share offer and a $450 million capital injection to provide financial stability. Share listing and trading have been temporarily suspended pending account publication (Key Developments)
- John Wood Group has been dropped from the S&P Global BMI Index (Key Developments)
- Multiple Special/Extraordinary Shareholders Meetings are scheduled, including on October 23, November 12, and November 17, 2025, in Aberdeen, UK (Key Developments)
- On August 23, 2025, Sidara confirmed its intent to acquire John Wood Group at a reduced price following due diligence. Shareholders await further announcements (Key Developments)
Valuation Changes
- The Fair Value Estimate has increased from £0.58 to £0.63, reflecting a modest upward revision.
- The Discount Rate has fallen significantly from 12.8% to 7.3%, indicating reduced perceived risk in the business outlook.
- The Revenue Growth Forecast has risen sharply from 0.87% to 19.0%, signaling expectations of much stronger sales expansion.
- The Net Profit Margin Projection has improved from 0.7% to 4.5%, suggesting better profitability in future periods.
- The Future P/E Ratio has dropped markedly from 18.5x to 1.9x, pointing to a substantially reduced valuation multiple based on updated earnings forecasts.
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