JCDecaux Future Growth
Future criteria checks 2/6
JCDecaux is forecast to grow earnings and revenue by 9.4% and 6.8% per annum respectively. EPS is expected to grow by 8.7% per annum. Return on equity is forecast to be 13.3% in 3 years.
Key information
9.4%
Earnings growth rate
8.73%
EPS growth rate
| Media earnings growth | 14.9% |
| Revenue growth rate | 6.8% |
| Future return on equity | 13.26% |
| Analyst coverage | Good |
| Last updated | 08 May 2026 |
Recent future growth updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 09
DEC: Recent Upgrades And Airport Wins Will Support A Stronger Outlook
Analysts have lifted their average price target on JCDecaux by €6 to €28, citing updated views on growth, profitability and a slightly higher assumed future P/E multiple, following recent upgrades and target increases from several firms. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are pointing to a cluster of recent upgrades and price target revisions as a sign of growing confidence in JCDecaux's ability to execute on its plans and support a higher valuation multiple.
Narrative Update • Apr 24
DEC: Airport Wins And Digital Expansion Will Support Future Re Rating
Analysts have inched their average price target on JCDecaux higher to about €23, with the modest fair value adjustment supported by recent upgrades and higher price targets from several research houses. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on JCDecaux has been broadly supportive, with several firms adjusting ratings and price targets around the same time.Narrative Update • Apr 09
DEC: Airport And Rail Wins And Digital Shift Will Drive Re Rating
The analyst fair value estimate for JCDecaux has increased from about €19.65 to about €22.92. Analysts cite updated assumptions on growth, margins and future P/E, along with recent upward revisions to Street price targets and ratings, as key drivers of the change.Narrative Update • Mar 25
DEC: Airport And Rail Contracts Will Support A Stronger Future Outlook
The analyst fair value estimate for JCDecaux has shifted from €23.29 to €29.00, with analysts pointing to updated assumptions on growth, margins and future P/E, along with recent price target increases and rating changes in Street research as key drivers of the new view. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has leaned more constructive on JCDecaux, with the new fair value estimate aligning with a series of bullish price target moves and at least one high profile rating upgrade.Narrative Update • Mar 11
DEC: Airport And Rail Digital Media Wins Will Drive Future Re-Rating
Analysts have raised their price target for JCDecaux from about €19.34 to about €19.65, citing updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, discount rate and future P/E as the main drivers of the change. What's in the News JCDecaux North America has been selected for a 10 year advertising contract at Denver International Airport, subject to Denver City Council approval.Narrative Update • Feb 24
DEC: Retail Media And Programmatic Screens Will Drive A Future Re-Rating
Analysts have nudged their price target for JCDecaux slightly higher to €19.34 from €19.11, citing updated assumptions around discount rate, profit margins and future P/E that fine tune their previous view rather than overhaul it. What's in the News JCDecaux is rolling out an enhanced version of its 360 Footprint tool internationally, extending coverage to all its advertising environments and measuring carbon, water, social and economic footprints of campaigns to support its 2030 ESG and Climate Strategies (Product-Related Announcements).Narrative Update • Feb 10
DEC: Global Digital Concessions And Retail Media Will Drive A Re-Rating
Analysts have kept their fair value estimate for JCDecaux steady at €19.11, with only slight technical adjustments to the discount rate and the assumed future P/E. This reflects unchanged core expectations for the business and its earnings profile.Narrative Update • Jan 26
DEC: Retail Media And Transport Digitisation Will Support A More Optimistic Outlook
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for JCDecaux from €18.75 to €19.11, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E expectations. What's in the News JCDecaux agreed a partnership to roll out indoor digital screens in Carrefour and Carmila shopping centres in France and Spain, creating a retail media network using Carrefour data and programmatic DOOH across 161 malls and 297 access areas (Client Announcement).Narrative Update • Jan 12
DEC: Transport And Retail Media Contracts Will Support A Stronger Outlook
Analysts have adjusted their price target for JCDecaux to €23.29. The change is mainly tied to updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth and profit margins rather than a shift in fair value itself.Narrative Update • Dec 14
DEC: European Transport And Retail Contracts Will Drive A Stronger Outlook
Analysts have modestly raised their price target on JCDecaux to €23.29 from €23.29, reflecting expectations for slightly faster revenue growth and improving profit margins, supported by a lower perceived discount rate, even as they factor in a somewhat reduced future P/E multiple. What's in the News JCDecaux entered exclusive negotiations for a major indoor and outdoor DOOH partnership with Carrefour, Carmila and Unlimitail, covering 161 shopping centres and 297 access areas in France, with Spain to follow.Analysis Article • Dec 13
JCDecaux (EPA:DEC) Takes On Some Risk With Its Use Of Debt
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' So it seems the smart money knows that...Analysis Article • Oct 28
JCDecaux (EPA:DEC) Is Doing The Right Things To Multiply Its Share Price
What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term...Analysis Article • Sep 08
Estimating The Fair Value Of JCDecaux SE (EPA:DEC)
Key Insights The projected fair value for JCDecaux is €12.58 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current share...Analysis Article • Aug 20
We Think JCDecaux (EPA:DEC) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt
ENXTPA:DEC 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore JCDecaux's Fair Values from the Community and select yours The...Analysis Article • Aug 03
JCDecaux SE's (EPA:DEC) Share Price Is Matching Sentiment Around Its Earnings
When close to half the companies in France have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 16x, you may consider...Analysis Article • Jun 16
JCDecaux (EPA:DEC) Has More To Do To Multiply In Value Going Forward
If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. One common...Analysis Article • Apr 10
Is JCDecaux SE (EPA:DEC) Expensive For A Reason? A Look At Its Intrinsic Value
Key Insights The projected fair value for JCDecaux is €11.26 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current share...Analysis Article • Mar 26
JCDecaux's (EPA:DEC) Solid Earnings Are Supported By Other Strong Factors
JCDecaux SE's ( EPA:DEC ) strong earnings report was rewarded with a positive stock price move. Our analysis found some...
New Narrative • Mar 09
New Contracts In Stockholm And Digital Expansion Will Strengthen Future Prospects
Strong geographic presence and major events suggest potential revenue growth despite challenges, with digital growth boosting profitability.Analysis Article • Feb 19
JCDecaux (EPA:DEC) Is Looking To Continue Growing Its Returns On Capital
If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...Analysis Article • Jan 14
Why JCDecaux SE (EPA:DEC) Could Be Worth Watching
JCDecaux SE ( EPA:DEC ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a double-digit share price rise of over 10% in the...Analysis Article • Nov 17
There's Been No Shortage Of Growth Recently For JCDecaux's (EPA:DEC) Returns On Capital
If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. One common approach is to try and...Analysis Article • Oct 30
There's Reason For Concern Over JCDecaux SE's (EPA:DEC) Price
With a median price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of close to 14x in France, you could be forgiven for feeling...Analysis Article • Oct 13
Is JCDecaux (EPA:DEC) Using Too Much Debt?
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' It's only natural to consider a company's...Analysis Article • Sep 27
Do JCDecaux's (EPA:DEC) Earnings Warrant Your Attention?
Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...Analysis Article • Sep 12
Is It Too Late To Consider Buying JCDecaux SE (EPA:DEC)?
While JCDecaux SE ( EPA:DEC ) might not have the largest market cap around , it received a lot of attention from a...Analysis Article • Jul 13
Investors Will Want JCDecaux's (EPA:DEC) Growth In ROCE To Persist
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JCDecaux (EPA:DEC) Has A Pretty Healthy Balance Sheet
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analysis Article • Jun 10
With EPS Growth And More, JCDecaux (EPA:DEC) Makes An Interesting Case
It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...Analysis Article • May 25
At €21.12, Is JCDecaux SE (EPA:DEC) Worth Looking At Closely?
While JCDecaux SE ( EPA:DEC ) might not have the largest market cap around , it led the ENXTPA gainers with a...Analysis Article • May 01
Shareholders May Find It Hard To Justify Increasing JCDecaux SE's (EPA:DEC) CEO Compensation For Now
Key Insights JCDecaux will host its Annual General Meeting on 7th of May Total pay for CEO Jean-François Decaux...Analysis Article • Apr 01
Getting In Cheap On JCDecaux SE (EPA:DEC) Is Unlikely
JCDecaux SE's ( EPA:DEC ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 18.3x might make it look like a sell right now compared...Analysis Article • Mar 14
The Strong Earnings Posted By JCDecaux (EPA:DEC) Are A Good Indication Of The Strength Of The Business
JCDecaux SE's ( EPA:DEC ) earnings announcement last week was disappointing for investors, despite the decent profit...Analysis Article • Feb 07
At €18.56, Is JCDecaux SE (EPA:DEC) Worth Looking At Closely?
While JCDecaux SE ( EPA:DEC ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw a significant share price rise of...Analysis Article • Jan 12
Should You Be Adding JCDecaux (EPA:DEC) To Your Watchlist Today?
Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...Analysis Article • Dec 28
There's Reason For Concern Over JCDecaux SE's (EPA:DEC) Price
When close to half the companies in France have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 14x, you may consider...Analysis Article • Dec 13
There Are Reasons To Feel Uneasy About JCDecaux's (EPA:DEC) Returns On Capital
If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. Amongst other...Analysis Article • Nov 22
JCDecaux (EPA:DEC) Has A Somewhat Strained Balance Sheet
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • Oct 02
Should You Investigate JCDecaux SE (EPA:DEC) At €16.02?
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JCDecaux (EPA:DEC) Could Be Struggling To Allocate Capital
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If EPS Growth Is Important To You, JCDecaux (EPA:DEC) Presents An Opportunity
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These 4 Measures Indicate That JCDecaux (EPA:DEC) Is Using Debt Extensively
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What Does JCDecaux SE's (EPA:DEC) Share Price Indicate?
While JCDecaux SE ( EPA:DEC ) might not be the most widely known stock at the moment, it saw significant share price...Analysis Article • Jun 09
JCDecaux (EPA:DEC) May Have Issues Allocating Its Capital
There are a few key trends to look for if we want to identify the next multi-bagger. Firstly, we'll want to see a...Analysis Article • Apr 05
Is JCDecaux (EPA:DEC) Using Too Much Debt?
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Here's What's Concerning About JCDecaux's (EPA:DEC) Returns On Capital
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Should You Investigate JCDecaux SE (EPA:DEC) At €17.48?
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| Date | Revenue | Earnings | Free Cash Flow | Cash from Op | Avg. No. Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/31/2028 | 4,512 | 348 | 381 | 728 | 6 |
| 12/31/2027 | 4,299 | 315 | 350 | 682 | 11 |
| 12/31/2026 | 4,105 | 283 | 326 | 656 | 10 |
| 12/31/2025 | 3,673 | 263 | 878 | 1,182 | N/A |
| 9/30/2025 | 3,686 | 252 | 827 | 1,131 | N/A |
| 6/30/2025 | 3,699 | 240 | 776 | 1,081 | N/A |
| 3/31/2025 | 3,666 | 250 | 794 | 1,106 | N/A |
| 12/31/2024 | 3,633 | 259 | 811 | 1,130 | N/A |
| 9/30/2024 | 3,564 | 262 | 815 | 1,159 | N/A |
| 6/30/2024 | 3,496 | 266 | 818 | 1,187 | N/A |
| 3/31/2024 | 3,396 | 238 | 773 | 1,144 | N/A |
| 12/31/2023 | 3,296 | 209 | 729 | 1,101 | N/A |
| 9/30/2023 | 3,235 | 195 | 688 | 1,061 | N/A |
| 6/30/2023 | 3,173 | 182 | 647 | 1,020 | N/A |
| 3/31/2023 | 3,124 | 157 | 698 | 1,060 | N/A |
| 12/31/2022 | 3,074 | 132 | 748 | 1,100 | N/A |
| 9/30/2022 | 2,985 | 130 | 805 | 1,095 | N/A |
| 6/30/2022 | 2,896 | 128 | 862 | 1,091 | N/A |
| 3/31/2022 | 2,709 | 57 | 847 | 1,046 | N/A |
| 12/31/2021 | 2,523 | -14 | 833 | 1,002 | N/A |
| 9/30/2021 | 2,324 | -259 | 697 | 868 | N/A |
| 6/30/2021 | 2,126 | -504 | 561 | 734 | N/A |
| 3/31/2021 | 2,113 | -554 | 615 | 811 | N/A |
| 12/31/2020 | 2,100 | -605 | 669 | 888 | N/A |
| 9/30/2020 | 2,452 | -345 | 805 | 1,090 | N/A |
| 6/30/2020 | 2,805 | -85 | 942 | 1,291 | N/A |
| 3/31/2020 | 3,146 | 90 | 1,031 | 1,396 | N/A |
| 12/31/2019 | 3,488 | 266 | 1,121 | 1,500 | N/A |
| 9/30/2019 | 3,436 | 254 | N/A | 1,437 | N/A |
| 6/30/2019 | 3,385 | 242 | N/A | 1,374 | N/A |
| 3/31/2019 | 3,283 | 220 | N/A | 1,308 | N/A |
| 12/31/2018 | 3,181 | 197 | N/A | 1,241 | N/A |
| 9/30/2018 | 3,119 | 184 | N/A | 1,067 | N/A |
| 6/30/2018 | 3,058 | 171 | N/A | 892 | N/A |
| 3/31/2018 | 3,059 | 182 | N/A | 663 | N/A |
| 12/31/2017 | 3,061 | 194 | N/A | 434 | N/A |
| 9/30/2017 | 3,036 | 206 | N/A | 421 | N/A |
| 6/30/2017 | 3,011 | 218 | N/A | 407 | N/A |
| 3/31/2017 | 2,993 | 222 | N/A | 432 | N/A |
| 12/31/2016 | 2,975 | 225 | N/A | 457 | N/A |
| 9/30/2016 | 2,954 | 230 | N/A | 473 | N/A |
| 6/30/2016 | 2,934 | 235 | N/A | 488 | N/A |
| 3/31/2016 | 2,871 | 234 | N/A | 512 | N/A |
| 12/31/2015 | 2,807 | 234 | N/A | 537 | N/A |
| 9/30/2015 | 2,713 | 219 | N/A | 527 | N/A |
| 6/30/2015 | 2,619 | 204 | N/A | 517 | N/A |
Analyst Future Growth Forecasts
Earnings vs Savings Rate: DEC's forecast earnings growth (9.4% per year) is above the savings rate (2.5%).
Earnings vs Market: DEC's earnings (9.4% per year) are forecast to grow slower than the French market (12.4% per year).
High Growth Earnings: DEC's earnings are forecast to grow, but not significantly.
Revenue vs Market: DEC's revenue (6.8% per year) is forecast to grow faster than the French market (5.6% per year).
High Growth Revenue: DEC's revenue (6.8% per year) is forecast to grow slower than 20% per year.
Earnings per Share Growth Forecasts
Future Return on Equity
Future ROE: DEC's Return on Equity is forecast to be low in 3 years time (13.3%).
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/18 08:52 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/15 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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Analyst Sources
JCDecaux SE is covered by 24 analysts. 11 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| JULIEN ROCH | Barclays |
| Davide Amorim | Berenberg |
| Annick Maas | Bernstein |