Announcement • Mar 30
Paypoint plc Announces Business Reorganization PayPoint plc announces that it has taken the decision to simplify the business through a reorganization into four business units: Network Services, Digital Payments and Open Banking, Love2shop and Merchant Services. This will result in a better integrated and more transparent business with a simpler investment case. This reorganization will establish four business units of scale, with clearly defined operating structures, a greater focus on growth opportunities with a more accountable operating culture. This will enable a more focused portfolio of businesses and lead to a better harnessing of the Group’s collective capabilities, strengthen execution and go-to-market strategy with better defined areas of co-operation, cost savings, synergy and opportunity between business units to drive growth. Consistent with this reorganization is a fundamental review of the Group cost base which will lead to an unlocking of cost savings and enable reallocation of investment with a renewed focus on driving enhanced shareholder returns. The Group has made significant progress on its transformation journey over the past five years, assembling additional capabilities and opening up a range of new opportunities. The next stage now is to convert these gains into meaningful and sustained growth through strong operational delivery – realizing the full potential of the Group.Consistent with the more transparent and accountable operating culture underpinning this reorganization, each of the four business units will have clearly defined financial metrics and KPIs. The Group will also provide investors with enhanced insight from the wealth of data available particularly with respect to Network Services. Further details will be provided at the preliminary results in June 2026. Announcement • Mar 28
Paypoint plc Announces Appointment of Manasi Bhalerao as Independent Non-Executive Director and Member of the Nomination and Remuneration Committees, Audit Committee and Its Sub-Committee, Cyber Security & Information Technology Committee, Effective March 25, 2026 PayPoint plc announced the appointment of Manasi Bhalerao to the Board of PayPoint plc as an additional independent Non-Executive Director with effect from March 25, 2026. Following this appointment, Manasi will serve as a member of the Nomination and Remuneration Committees together with the Audit Committee and its sub-Committee, the Cyber Security & Information Technology Committee. Manasi was appointed Tesco’s Group Product and Technology Director for Digital and Ecommerce in August 2022, and is responsible for overseeing end to end digital customer experiences across key online products and propositions and managing global teams of product, technology and UX. Prior to this, Manasi held multiple senior roles at Just Eat, including Global Senior Product Director and Chief Product Officer, where significant product innovations and a global restructuring of product teams were achieved. With a strong background at American Express spanning 15 years, Manasi led strategic product development across Latin America and Canada, implemented an Agile transformation and directed a $250m technology portfolio. Her experience also includes M&A at Orange Group and retail banking at HSBC. Manasi holds an MBA from INSEAD. Announcement • Nov 21
Paypoint plc Declares Interim Dividend for the Half Year Ended 30 September 2025, Payable on 19 December 2025 and 27 March 2026 PayPoint plc declared an increased interim dividend of 19.8 pence per share for the half year ended 30 September 2025 (September 2024: 19.4 pence per share) payable in equal instalments of 9.9 pence per share on 19 December 2025 and 27 March 2026 (to shareholders on the register on 28 November 2025 and 27 February 2026 respectively). This is an increase of 1.0% compared to the final dividend declared of 19.6 pence per share, and an increase of 2.1% compared to 19.4 pence per share interim dividend for prior year. Announcement • Oct 02
PayPoint Plc Proposes Special Dividend, Payable on 31 October 2025 PayPoint Plc and International Distribution Services (IDS) announced the next stage in their partnership through a strategic investment in Collect+ to take a 49% ownership, with an investment of £43.9 million, valuing the Collect+ business at £90 million. As a result of this transaction, PayPoint announced a special dividend of 50.0 pence per share combined with a share consolidation of 12 for 13 to be proposed for shareholder approval at a Special General Meeting on 17 October 2025. As noted above, the Special Dividend is subject to the approval of Shareholders at the General Meeting. Assuming these conditions are satisfied, the Board is proposing to pay the Special Dividend to Shareholders on the register of members of the Company as at 6.00 p.m. on 17 October 2025. The Special Dividend is expected to be paid to such Shareholders on 31 October 2025. Announcement • Jun 12
PayPoint plc, Annual General Meeting, Aug 06, 2025 PayPoint plc, Annual General Meeting, Aug 06, 2025. Announcement • Apr 23
PayPoint plc to Report Fiscal Year 2025 Results on Jun 12, 2025 PayPoint plc announced that they will report fiscal year 2025 results on Jun 12, 2025 Announcement • Apr 01
PayPoint plc to Report Fiscal Year 2025 Results on Apr 23, 2025 PayPoint plc announced that they will report fiscal year 2025 results on Apr 23, 2025 New Risk • Nov 17
New major risk - Revenue and earnings growth Earnings have declined by 4.0% per year over the past 5 years. This is considered a major risk. Ultimately, shareholders want to see a good return on their investment and that generally comes from sharing in the company's profits. If profits are declining over an extended period, then in most cases the share price will decline over time unless the company can turn around its fortunes. A trend of falling earnings can be very difficult to turn around. If the company is well already established it may also be a sign the company has matured and is in decline. In addition, if the company pays dividends it will also likely need to reduce or cut them, striking a dual blow to total shareholder returns. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risk Earnings have declined by 4.0% per year over the past 5 years. Minor Risks High level of debt (56% net debt to equity). Unstable dividend paying track record with dividend experiencing an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Profit margins are more than 30% lower than last year (12% net profit margin). New Risk • Oct 01
New major risk - Revenue and earnings growth Earnings have declined by 4.0% per year over the past 5 years. This is considered a major risk. Ultimately, shareholders want to see a good return on their investment and that generally comes from sharing in the company's profits. If profits are declining over an extended period, then in most cases the share price will decline over time unless the company can turn around its fortunes. A trend of falling earnings can be very difficult to turn around. If the company is well already established it may also be a sign the company has matured and is in decline. In addition, if the company pays dividends it will also likely need to reduce or cut them, striking a dual blow to total shareholder returns. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risk Earnings have declined by 4.0% per year over the past 5 years. Minor Risks High level of debt (56% net debt to equity). Unstable dividend paying track record with dividend experiencing an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Profit margins are more than 30% lower than last year (12% net profit margin). Significant insider selling over the past 3 months (€73k sold). Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Aug 24
Now 23% undervalued Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 31% to €8.10. The fair value is estimated to be €10.48, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 27% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 13%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to decline by 4.4% per annum. Earnings are forecast to grow by 13% per annum over the same time period. Upcoming Dividend • Aug 22
Upcoming dividend of UK£0.096 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 29 August 2024. Payment date: 27 September 2024. Payout ratio is on the higher end at 78%, however this is supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 5.4%. Within top quartile of German dividend payers (4.7%). Higher than average of industry peers (2.6%). New Risk • Aug 19
New minor risk - Insider selling There has been significant insider selling in the company's shares over the past 3 months. Total value of shares sold: €109k This is considered a minor risk. There are several reasons why an insider may be selling, including to cover a tax obligation or pay for some other expense. However, we generally consider it a negative if insiders have been selling, especially if they do so below the current price. It implies that they considered a lower price to be reasonable. This is a weak signal, but if there is a pattern of unexplained selling, it can be a sign the insider believes the company's stock is overpriced. Note: We only include open market transactions and private dispositions of directly owned stock by individuals, not by corporations or trusts. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Minor Risks High level of debt (56% net debt to equity). Unstable dividend paying track record with dividend experiencing an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Profit margins are more than 30% lower than last year (12% net profit margin). Significant insider selling over the past 3 months (€109k sold). Announcement • Aug 06
PayPoint plc to Report First Half, 2025 Results on Nov 21, 2024 PayPoint plc announced that they will report first half, 2025 results on Nov 21, 2024 Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Aug 05
Now 27% undervalued Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 16% to €7.25. The fair value is estimated to be €9.92, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 27% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 13%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to decline by 4.4% per annum. Earnings are forecast to grow by 13% per annum over the same time period. New Risk • Jul 08
New minor risk - Financial position The company has a high level of debt. Net debt to equity ratio: 56% This is considered a minor risk. Having a high level of debt increases the company's balance sheet risk. The company has a higher interest repayment burden, leading to the need to allocate a greater amount of its earnings towards servicing the debt, potentially limiting growth options or shareholder distributions. It can also increase the risk of bankruptcy if business conditions deteriorate enough that the company can no longer meet its debt obligations. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Minor Risks High level of debt (56% net debt to equity). Unstable dividend paying track record with dividend experiencing an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Profit margins are more than 30% lower than last year (12% net profit margin). Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Jul 05
Now 21% undervalued Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 33% to €7.25. The fair value is estimated to be €9.16, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 28% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 13%. Upcoming Dividend • Jun 27
Upcoming dividend of UK£0.096 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 04 July 2024. Payment date: 06 August 2024. Payout ratio is on the higher end at 78%, however this is supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 6.0%. Within top quartile of German dividend payers (4.7%). Higher than average of industry peers (2.7%). Reported Earnings • Jun 16
Full year 2024 earnings released: EPS: UK£0.49 (vs UK£0.50 in FY 2023) Full year 2024 results: EPS: UK£0.49. Revenue: UK£306.4m (up 84% from FY 2023). Net income: UK£35.7m (up 2.8% from FY 2023). Profit margin: 12% (down from 21% in FY 2023). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is expected to decline by 5.3% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, while revenues in the Diversified Financial industry in Germany are expected to grow by 13%. Announcement • Jun 15
PayPoint plc, Annual General Meeting, Aug 01, 2024 PayPoint plc, Annual General Meeting, Aug 01, 2024. Announcement • Jun 14
PayPoint plc Announces Board and Committee Changes PayPoint plc announced that Gill Barr has confirmed that she plans to retire from the board and will not stand for re-election at the company's 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held on 1 August 2024 having completed nine years’ service on the Board. In addition, Guy Parsons has confirmed that he plans to retire from the Board and will not stand for re-election at the Company's 2024 Annual General Meeting ('AGM') to be held on 1 August 2024 having supported the successful integration of the Love2Shop acquisition. The following changes to the Board’s Committees have also been approved by the Board: Ben Wishart will succeed Rakesh Sharma as Chair of the Remuneration Committee with effect from the conclusion of the Company's 2024 AGM. Ben has over 12 months experience as a member of the Remuneration Committee as required by the UK Corporate Governance Code. Rakesh will continue to serve as the Senior Independent Director, as well as a member of the Remuneration Committee, Nomination Committee, Audit Committee and the Cyber Security and Information Technology Sub-Committee. Announcement • Apr 10
PayPoint plc to Report Fiscal Year 2024 Results on Jun 13, 2024 PayPoint plc announced that they will report fiscal year 2024 results on Jun 13, 2024 Upcoming Dividend • Jan 25
Upcoming dividend of UK£0.095 per share at 6.9% yield Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 01 February 2024. Payment date: 05 March 2024. Payout ratio is on the higher end at 88%, however this is supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 6.9%. Within top quartile of German dividend payers (5.1%). In line with average of industry peers (6.4%). Announcement • Jan 18
PayPoint plc Announces the Appointment of Lan Tu as Additional Independent Non-Executive Director, with Effect from 15 March 2024 The Board announced the appointment of Lan Tu to the Board of PayPoint plc as an additional independent Non-Executive Director with effect from 15 March 2024. Following this appointment, Lan will serve as a member of the Nomination and Remuneration Committees together with the Audit Committee and its sub-Committee, the Cyber Security & Information Technology Committee. Lan is currently the Senior Independent Director at Shawbrook Group plc and a director of its subsidiary, Shawbrook Bank, a UK challenger bank. She is also an Independent Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Remuneration Committee at WNS (Holdings) Limited, a NYSE listed business process management company. Additionally, Lan is Vice-Chair of the College Council at King’s College London University. Lan was a Non-Executive Director at Arrow Global Group plc from 2015 until 2021. Most recently, Lan was Chief Executive of Virgin Money Investors, a joint venture between Virgin Money and Standard Life Aberdeen plc (now abrdn plc). Previously, Lan also served as Chief Strategy Officer for Standard Life Aberdeen and held a number of senior roles in American Express. She started her career at the management consultancy McKinsey & Co. Recent Insider Transactions • Dec 15
Key Executive recently bought €271k worth of stock On the 11th of December, Nicholas Wiles bought around 50k shares on-market at roughly €5.42 per share. This transaction amounted to 46% of their direct individual holding at the time of the trade. This was the largest purchase by an insider in the last 3 months. This was Nicholas' only on-market trade for the last 12 months. Announcement • Nov 24
Paypoint plc Declares Interim Dividend, Payable on December 29, 2023 and March 5, 2024 PayPoint plc declared an increased interim dividend of 19.0 pence per share (September 2022: 18.4 pence) payable in equal instalments of 9.5 pence per share on 29 December 2023 and 5 March 2024 (to shareholders on the register on 1 December 2023 and 2 February 2024 respectively). This is an increase of 2.2% compared to the final dividend declared of 18.6 pence per share, and an increase of 3.3% compared to the same period last year (September 2022: 18.4 pence). New Risk • Nov 24
New minor risk - Profit margin trend The company's profit margins are lower than last year and have reduced by more than 30%. Net profit margin: 14% Last year net profit margin: 24% This is considered a minor risk. A large drop in profit margin could indicate the company does not have strong competitive advantages or it is yet to establish itself and its core business. Even if it is a well established business, this may make it a much riskier investment than one that has a combination of proven competitive advantages and a stable or growing profit margin. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risk Earnings have declined by 6.9% per year over the past 5 years. Minor Risks High level of debt (75% net debt to equity). Unstable dividend paying track record with dividend experiencing an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Profit margins are more than 30% lower than last year (14% net profit margin). Shareholders have been diluted in the past year (5.1% increase in shares outstanding). Announcement • Sep 07
PayPoint plc to Report First Half, 2024 Results on Nov 23, 2023 PayPoint plc announced that they will report first half, 2024 results on Nov 23, 2023 Buying Opportunity • Aug 08
Now 20% undervalued Over the last 90 days, the stock is up 24%. The fair value is estimated to be €7.53, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 5.6% over the last 3 years, while earnings per share has been flat. Upcoming Dividend • Aug 03
Upcoming dividend of UK£0.19 per share at 6.9% yield Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 10 August 2023. Payment date: 22 September 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 74% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 6.9%. Within top quartile of German dividend payers (4.7%). Higher than average of industry peers (5.9%). New Risk • Jul 30
New major risk - Revenue and earnings growth Earnings have declined by 7.5% per year over the past 5 years. This is considered a major risk. Ultimately, shareholders want to see a good return on their investment and that generally comes from sharing in the company's profits. If profits are declining over an extended period, then in most cases the share price will decline over time unless the company can turn around its fortunes. A trend of falling earnings can be very difficult to turn around. If the company is well already established it may also be a sign the company has matured and is in decline. In addition, if the company pays dividends it will also likely need to reduce or cut them, striking a dual blow to total shareholder returns. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risk Earnings have declined by 7.5% per year over the past 5 years. Minor Risks High level of debt (65% net debt to equity). Unstable dividend paying track record with dividend experiencing an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Shareholders have been diluted in the past year (5.3% increase in shares outstanding). Reported Earnings • Jul 30
Full year 2023 earnings released: EPS: UK£0.50 (vs UK£0.58 in FY 2022) Full year 2023 results: EPS: UK£0.50 (down from UK£0.58 in FY 2022). Revenue: UK£167.7m (up 16% from FY 2022). Net income: UK£34.7m (down 12% from FY 2022). Profit margin: 21% (down from 27% in FY 2022). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 4.3% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 8.3% growth forecast for the Diversified Financial industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 2% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 6% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Announcement • Jul 29
PayPoint plc, Annual General Meeting, Sep 07, 2023 PayPoint plc, Annual General Meeting, Sep 07, 2023. Announcement • Jul 28
PayPoint plc Declares Increased Dividend, Payable on 1 September 2023 and 22 September 2023 PayPoint plc have declared an increased dividend of 18.6 pence per share, consistent with progressive dividend policy, and representing an increase of 3.3% vs the final dividend declared on 26 May 2022 of 18.0 pence per share. The dividend is payable in equal instalments of 9.3 pence per share on 1 September 2023 and 22 September 2023. Announcement • Jul 25
Paypoint plc Reconfirms Earnings Guidance for the Year Ended March 31, 2023 PayPoint plc reconfirmed earnings guidance for the year ended March 31, 2023. For the year, Board reconfirms that Group net revenue, excluding Appreciate Group, is expected to be around £125m (FY22: £115.1m) with accelerated revenue growth across all three business divisions. Announcement • Jul 06
PayPoint plc Reconfirms Group Net Revenue Guidance for 2023 The Board of PayPoint plc reconfirmed that Group net revenue, excluding Appreciate Group, is expected to be around GBP125 million (FY22: GBP 115.1 million) with accelerated revenue growth across all three business divisions. The Group anticipates that profit before tax for the financial year ended 31 March 2023 will be at the top end of the range of market expectations, excluding exceptional items and Appreciate impacts since completion of the acquisition, driven by the strong momentum across the business. Announcement • Jun 02
Paypoint plc Reconfirms Guidance for the Financial Year Ended 31 March 2023 PayPoint plc reconfirmed the guidance for the financial year ended 31 March 2023. For the period, the company, Group net revenue is expected to be around £125m (FY22: £115.1m) with accelerated revenue growth across all three business divisions. The Group anticipates that profit before tax for the financial year ended 31 March 2023 will be at the top end of the range of market expectations, excluding exceptional items and Appreciate Group impacts since completion of the acquisition, driven by the strong momentum across the business. Upcoming Dividend • Jan 26
Upcoming dividend of UK£0.092 per share at 7.1% yield Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 02 February 2023. Payment date: 06 March 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 69% and the cash payout ratio is 84%. Trailing yield: 7.1%. Within top quartile of German dividend payers (4.7%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.6%). Announcement • Jan 18
PayPoint plc to Report Q3, 2023 Results on Jan 19, 2023 PayPoint plc announced that they will report Q3, 2023 results on Jan 19, 2023 Recent Insider Transactions • Dec 10
Key Executive recently bought €117k worth of stock On the 8th of December, Nicholas Wiles bought around 20k shares on-market at roughly €5.84 per share. This transaction amounted to 28% of their direct individual holding at the time of the trade. This was the largest purchase by an insider in the last 3 months. This was Nicholas' only on-market trade for the last 12 months. Reported Earnings • Nov 25
First half 2023 earnings released: EPS: UK£0.25 (vs UK£0.30 in 1H 2022) First half 2023 results: EPS: UK£0.25 (down from UK£0.30 in 1H 2022). Revenue: UK£75.4m (up 7.4% from 1H 2022). Net income: UK£17.0m (down 16% from 1H 2022). Profit margin: 23% (down from 29% in 1H 2022). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 5.9% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 11% growth forecast for the IT industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 7% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 20% per year, which means it is performing significantly worse than earnings. Upcoming Dividend • Aug 25
Upcoming dividend of UK£0.09 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 01 September 2022. Payment date: 30 September 2022. Payout ratio is a comfortable 61% but the company is paying out more than the cash it is generating. Trailing yield: 5.6%. Within top quartile of German dividend payers (4.6%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.6%). Upcoming Dividend • Jun 02
Upcoming dividend of UK£0.09 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 09 June 2022. Payment date: 25 July 2022. Payout ratio is a comfortable 61% but the company is paying out more than the cash it is generating. Trailing yield: 6.2%. Within top quartile of German dividend payers (4.2%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.4%). Reported Earnings • May 27
Full year 2022 earnings released: EPS: UK£0.58 (vs UK£0.22 in FY 2021) Full year 2022 results: EPS: UK£0.58 (up from UK£0.22 in FY 2021). Revenue: UK£145.1m (up 14% from FY 2021). Net income: UK£39.5m (up 162% from FY 2021). Profit margin: 27% (up from 12% in FY 2021). The increase in margin was primarily driven by higher revenue. Over the next year, revenue is expected to shrink by 16% compared to a 18% growth forecast for the industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 21% per year whereas the company’s share price has fallen by 19% per year. Recent Insider Transactions • Nov 27
Key Executive recently bought €73k worth of stock On the 26th of November, Nicholas Wiles bought around 10k shares on-market at roughly €7.26 per share. This was the largest purchase by an insider in the last 3 months. Nicholas has been a buyer over the last 12 months, purchasing a net total of €185k worth in shares. Reported Earnings • Nov 27
First half 2022 earnings: Revenues and EPS in line with analyst expectations First half 2022 results: EPS: UK£0.29 (up from UK£0.19 in 1H 2021). Revenue: UK£70.2m (up 16% from 1H 2021). Net income: UK£20.2m (up 54% from 1H 2021). Profit margin: 29% (up from 22% in 1H 2021). Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Over the next year, revenue is expected to shrink by 15% compared to a 9.8% growth forecast for the industry in Germany. Upcoming Dividend • Aug 19
Upcoming dividend of UK£0.083 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 26 August 2021. Payment date: 30 September 2021. Trailing yield: 4.7%. Within top quartile of German dividend payers (3.1%). Higher than average of industry peers (0.9%). Recent Insider Transactions • Aug 17
Key Executive recently bought €112k worth of stock On the 13th of August, Nicholas Wiles bought around 15k shares on-market at roughly €7.46 per share. This was the largest purchase by an insider in the last 3 months. This was Nicholas' only on-market trade for the last 12 months. Reported Earnings • Jun 27
Full year 2021 earnings released: EPS UK£0.22 (vs UK£0.59 in FY 2020) The company reported a poor full year result with weaker earnings, revenues and profit margins. Full year 2021 results: Revenue: UK£127.7m (down 12% from FY 2020). Net income: UK£15.1m (down 62% from FY 2020). Profit margin: 12% (down from 28% in FY 2020). Upcoming Dividend • Jun 17
Upcoming dividend of UK£0.083 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 24 June 2021. Payment date: 29 July 2021. Trailing yield: 5.4%. Within top quartile of German dividend payers (3.2%). Higher than average of industry peers (0.6%). Announcement • May 27
PayPoint plc Declares Final Dividend, Payable on 29 July 2021 and 30 September 2021 PayPoint plc declared an increase of 6.4% in the final dividend of 16.6 pence per share (2020: 15.6 pence per share) payable in equal instalments of 8.3 pence per share (2020: 7.8 pence per share) on 29 July 2021 and 30 September 2021 to shareholders on the register on 24 June 2021 and 26 August 2021 respectively. The final dividend is subject to the approval of the shareholders at the annual general meeting on 20 July 2021. Announcement • Apr 10
Paypoint plc Announes Financial Guidance for He Year Ended 31 March 2021 PayPoint plc financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2021 will include a full year’s net profit from the Romanian business. Announcement • Feb 05
PayPoint plc (LSE:PAY) completed the acquisition of Handepay Limited and Merchant Rentals Limited from a consortium of private investors. PayPoint plc (LSE:PAY) entered into an agreement to acquire Handepay Limited and Merchant Rentals Limited from a consortium of private investors for £70 million on November 5, 2020. The cash consideration for the acquisition is expected to be £70 million on a cash free debt free basis, after closing balance sheet adjustments. PayPoint has extended its current financing facility of £75 million to £95 million which will be used to fund the acquisition. The acquisition of Handepay will create a combined national card payments business.
For the year ended April 30, 2020, Handepay Limited and Merchant Rentals Limited reported gross revenue of £16.7 million, profit before tax of £2.5 million, gross assets of £20.2 million and adjusted EBITDA of £5.4 million. Mark Latham, currently Chief Commercial Officer at Handepay, will join the PayPoint Executive Board as Card Services Director, responsible for the combined cards portfolio. Ian Kennedy, currently Sales Director at Handepay, will join the business as Sales Director leading both the PayPoint and Handepay sales teams, reporting to Ben Ford, PayPoint’s Retail Services Director. Andy Peake will continue as Chief Executive Officer of Handepay until completion and then will act as a consultant to PayPoint. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals. On February 04, 2021 regulatory board approved the deal. The deal is expected to close in January 2021. On November 26, 2020, the deal is expected to close in last quarters of current financial year. On January 21, 2021, the deal is expected to close in early 2021. The transaction is expected to be earnings enhancing in first full year of ownership.
PwC acted as financial advisor and tax due diligence provider and acted as lead corporate finance adviser for PayPoint plc. Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP acted as legal advisor to PayPoint plc. JMW as legal adviser to the shareholders of Handepay and Merchant Rentals for the transaction.
PayPoint plc (LSE:PAY) completed the acquisition of Handepay Limited and Merchant Rentals Limited from a consortium of private investors on February 4, 2021. Is New 90 Day High Low • Jan 21
New 90-day high: €7.20 The company is up 29% from its price of €5.58 on 23 October 2020. The German market is up 12% over the last 90 days, indicating the company outperformed over that time. However, it underperformed the Commercial Services industry, which is up 38% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is €12.47 per share. Is New 90 Day High Low • Dec 15
New 90-day high: €6.90 The company is up 2.0% from its price of €6.76 on 16 September 2020. The German market is up 1.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company outperformed over that time. However, it underperformed the Commercial Services industry, which is up 27% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is €12.40 per share. Reported Earnings • Nov 29
First half 2021 earnings released: EPS UK£0.19 The company reported a poor first half result with weaker earnings, revenues and profit margins. First half 2021 results: Revenue: UK£60.7m (down 12% from 1H 2020). Net income: UK£13.2m (down 21% from 1H 2020). Profit margin: 22% (down from 24% in 1H 2020). The decrease in margin was driven by lower revenue. Announcement • Nov 20
Paypoint plc Appoints Alan Daleh as Finance Director PayPoint plc appointed Alan Daleh as Finance Director having acted as Interim Finance Director since 1 July 2020. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Nov 16
Market bids up stock over the past week After last week's 15% share price gain to UK£6.50, the stock is trading at a trailing P/E ratio of 8.5x, up from the previous P/E ratio of 7.4x. This compares to an average P/E of 19x in the Commercial Services industry in Europe. Total return to shareholders over the past year is a loss of 35%. Is New 90 Day High Low • Oct 15
New 90-day low: €5.58 The company is down 8.0% from its price of €6.07 on 17 July 2020. The German market is up 2.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. It also underperformed the Commercial Services industry, which is up 3.0% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is €8.47 per share. Announcement • Oct 02
PayPoint plc Appoints Rosie Shapland as an Independent Non-Executive Director PayPoint plc announced the appointment of Rosie Shapland as an independent non-executive director of the Company with effect from 2 October 2020. Following this appointment, Rosie will serve as a member of the audit, nomination and remuneration committees and from 1 December 2020 will act as Chair of the audit committee. She is currently an independent non-executive director of Foxtons Group plc where she is also Chair of their audit committee and a member of their nomination and remuneration committees. She has over 30 years of audit experience across multiple sectors including retail, consumer and hospitality with public and private company clients. Is New 90 Day High Low • Sep 30
New 90-day low: €5.61 The company is down 16% from its price of €6.71 on 02 July 2020. The German market is up 3.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. It also underperformed the Commercial Services industry, which is down 3.0% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is €8.62 per share. Announcement • Jul 31
PayPoint plc (LSE:PAY) acquired the remaining 50% stake in Drop and Collect Limited from Yodel Delivery Network Limited. PayPoint plc (LSE:PAY) acquired the remaining 50% stake in Drop and Collect Limited from Yodel Delivery Network Limited on April 6, 2020. PayPoint plc and Yodel Delivery Network Limited have agreed a multi-year contract for Yodel to continue as a parcel carrier for Collect+.
PayPoint plc (LSE:PAY) completed the acquisition of remaining 50% stake in Drop and Collect Limited from Yodel Delivery Network Limited on April 6, 2020. 
