Update shared on08 Aug 2025
Fair value Increased 15%The significant drop in Just Group's discount rate from 12.80% to 6.91%, reflecting lower perceived risk or improved growth outlook, has driven a substantial increase in the consensus analyst price target from £1.88 to £2.15.
What's in the News
- Brookfield Wealth Solutions Ltd. agreed to acquire Just Group plc for £2.3 billion, representing a 75% premium to the prior closing price, with completion expected in the first half of 2026 pending shareholder, court, and regulatory approvals.
- Just Group plc's Directors approved an interim dividend for 2025 of 0.84 pence per ordinary share, up from 0.70 pence previously.
Valuation Changes
Summary of Valuation Changes for Just Group
- The Consensus Analyst Price Target has significantly risen from £1.88 to £2.15.
- The Discount Rate for Just Group has significantly fallen from 12.80% to 6.91%.
- The Future P/E for Just Group has significantly risen from 20.21x to 26.03x.
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