Sopra Steria Group Future Growth
Future criteria checks 1/6
Sopra Steria Group is forecast to grow earnings and revenue by 7.4% and 3.2% per annum respectively. EPS is expected to grow by 7.5% per annum. Return on equity is forecast to be 14.8% in 3 years.
Key information
7.4%
Earnings growth rate
7.46%
EPS growth rate
| IT earnings growth | 9.7% |
| Revenue growth rate | 3.2% |
| Future return on equity | 14.85% |
| Analyst coverage | Good |
| Last updated | 22 May 2026 |
Recent future growth updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 18
SOP: Sovereign AI Collaboration And Rising Dividend Will Support Future Confidence
Analysts have nudged their price target for Sopra Steria Group slightly lower to about €196 from around €197, reflecting updated assumptions on discount rates, modestly different revenue growth expectations, profit margin trends and a revised future P/E estimate. What's in the News Red Hat and Sopra Steria expanded their collaboration to support sovereign AI projects, using Red Hat OpenShift as a common platform across on‑premises, sovereign cloud, public cloud and edge environments (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Apr 23
SOP: Higher Fair Value And Rising Dividend Plan Will Support Confidence
Analysts have adjusted their price target for Sopra Steria Group to €197.09 from €193.33, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled for 25 February 2026 to approve Sopra Steria Group's financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2025 (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Apr 05
SOP: Higher EUR 168 Outlook Will Support Dividend Confidence
Analysts have lifted their price target on Sopra Steria Group to €168 from €160, reflecting updated assumptions on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E. These changes keep the overall fair value estimate broadly unchanged.Narrative Update • Mar 21
SOP: Higher EUR 168 Outlook Will Support Dividend And Capital Return Confidence
The updated analyst fair value estimate for Sopra Steria Group shifts to €193.33 from €199, with a recalibrated P/E assumption and discount rate reflecting recent Street research that includes a higher €168 price target from analysts. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see the revised €168 price target as consistent with a valuation that still leaves room above the updated €193.33 fair value estimate, suggesting they view current execution and fundamentals as reasonably aligned with their expectations.Narrative Update • Mar 06
SOP: Higher EUR 168 Outlook Will Support New CEO Transition
Analysts have raised the Sopra Steria Group price target to €168, an increase of €8 that they attribute to updated assumptions on growth, margins and valuation multiples, while continuing to maintain a balanced stance on the shares. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see the new €168 target as consistent with updated assumptions on growth, margins and valuation multiples, which they view as better aligned with the current investment case.Narrative Update • Feb 19
SOP: Higher EUR 168 Outlook Will Support New CEO Execution
Analysts have raised their price target on Sopra Steria Group to €168 from €160. The change is reflected in a slightly higher assumed discount rate and forward P/E, while fair value and core operating assumptions remain broadly unchanged.Narrative Update • Feb 05
SOP: Raised EUR 168 Fair Value Will Support Leadership Transition Execution
Narrative Update Analysts have raised their price target for Sopra Steria Group by €8 to €168, citing updated fair value assumptions, slightly revised discount and growth inputs, and recent Street research supporting the new level. Analyst Commentary Recent research moves around Sopra Steria Group center on the new €168 price target and what it implies for execution and valuation, rather than a clear shift in stance on the shares.Narrative Update • Jan 21
SOP: Buy Case Will Depend On Leadership Transition Execution
Sopra Steria Group’s fair value estimate has edged up to about €198.92, as analysts adjust price targets in a mixed way. One has moved to €168 from €160 and another to €209 from €214, while keeping broadly stable views on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Jan 06
SOP: Buy Rating Will Rely On Modestly Higher Multiple And Leadership Transition
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Sopra Steria Group to €209 from €214, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rate, profit margin and P/E. These changes leave the modelled fair value unchanged at €197.60.Narrative Update • Dec 20
SOP: Buy Rating Will Remain Backed By Modestly Reduced Revenue Expectations
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Sopra Steria Group from EUR 201.90 to EUR 197.60, citing slightly softer revenue growth and margin expectations in line with recent Street price target reductions, while maintaining a positive long term view. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts continue to see upside potential to the current share price, as the latest price target remains comfortably above spot levels despite the modest cut.Narrative Update • Dec 06
SOP: Buy Rating Will Remain Supported By Modest Discount Rate Increase
Analysts have slightly reduced their price target on Sopra Steria Group, trimming it by EUR 5 to reflect a marginally higher discount rate, modestly stronger revenue growth expectations, and a nearly unchanged profit margin and future P/E outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates reflect a nuanced view on Sopra Steria Group, with the modest reduction in the price target seen as a fine-tuning of assumptions rather than a shift in the investment thesis.Analysis Article • Nov 29
Is Sopra Steria Group (EPA:SOP) A Risky Investment?
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Narrative Update • Nov 21
SOP: Buy Rating Will Persist Amid CEO Change and Lowered Price Outlook
Analysts have lowered their price target for Sopra Steria Group by EUR 5 to EUR 209. This adjustment reflects a slightly higher discount rate, while overall forecasts and profit outlook remain largely unchanged.Analysis Article • Nov 14
Sopra Steria Group SA's (EPA:SOP) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 90% Above Its Share Price
Key Insights The projected fair value for Sopra Steria Group is €252 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Sopra...Narrative Update • Nov 06
SOP: Buy Rating Will Persist Despite Leadership Transition and Market Headwinds
Analysts have lowered their price target for Sopra Steria Group from €214 to €209, citing slightly reduced revenue growth forecasts and margin expectations. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts maintain a positive long-term outlook for Sopra Steria Group.Narrative Update • Oct 22
Analysts Lower Sopra Steria Price Target as CEO Steps Down and Forecasts Adjusted
Analysts have lowered their price target for Sopra Steria Group from €217.40 to €206.80. They cite slightly higher discount rates as well as marginally reduced revenue growth and profit margin expectations.Narrative Update • Oct 08
European Cybersecurity And Digital Transformation Will Fuel Resilience
Narrative Update on Sopra Steria Group Analysts have revised their price target for Sopra Steria Group slightly downward from €222 to €217.40. This adjustment reflects more cautious growth and profitability assumptions following recent financial reassessments.Analysis Article • Sep 26
Is Now The Time To Look At Buying Sopra Steria Group SA (EPA:SOP)?
Sopra Steria Group SA ( EPA:SOP ), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of attention from a...Analysis Article • Jul 27
Is Now The Time To Put Sopra Steria Group (EPA:SOP) On Your Watchlist?
It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...Analysis Article • Jul 12
Is There An Opportunity With Sopra Steria Group SA's (EPA:SOP) 36% Undervaluation?
Key Insights The projected fair value for Sopra Steria Group is €316 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Sopra...Analysis Article • Jun 12
There's No Escaping Sopra Steria Group SA's (EPA:SOP) Muted Earnings
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 12.9x Sopra Steria Group SA ( EPA:SOP ) may be sending bullish signals at...Analysis Article • May 29
Should You Think About Buying Sopra Steria Group SA (EPA:SOP) Now?
Sopra Steria Group SA ( EPA:SOP ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw a significant share price rise of...Analysis Article • May 14
There Could Be A Chance Sopra Steria Group SA's (EPA:SOP) CEO Will Have Their Compensation Increased
Key Insights Sopra Steria Group will host its Annual General Meeting on 21st of May Total pay for CEO Cyril Malarge...Analysis Article • May 02
Sopra Steria Group (EPA:SOP) Has Announced A Dividend Of €4.65
Sopra Steria Group SA's ( EPA:SOP ) investors are due to receive a payment of €4.65 per share on 5th of June. The...Analysis Article • Apr 13
Sopra Steria Group (EPA:SOP) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of €4.65
Sopra Steria Group SA's ( EPA:SOP ) investors are due to receive a payment of €4.65 per share on 5th of June. Based on...Analysis Article • Mar 31
Sopra Steria Group (EPA:SOP) 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 • Mar 15
Sopra Steria Group (EPA:SOP) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of €4.65
The board of Sopra Steria Group SA ( EPA:SOP ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of €4.65 per share on the 5th...Analysis Article • Mar 12
We Think Sopra Steria Group's (EPA:SOP) Profit Is Only A Baseline For What They Can Achieve
Even though Sopra Steria Group SA ( EPA:SOP ) posted strong earnings, investors appeared to be underwhelmed. We did...
New Narrative • Mar 02
Investments In AI And Next-Gen Technologies Will Expand Digital Services Dominance By 2028
Sopra Steria's focus on high-value digital services and consulting aims to significantly boost revenue growth and market presence.Analysis Article • Mar 01
With EPS Growth And More, Sopra Steria Group (EPA:SOP) Makes An Interesting Case
For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...Analysis Article • Feb 08
Are Investors Undervaluing Sopra Steria Group SA (EPA:SOP) By 41%?
Key Insights Sopra Steria Group's estimated fair value is €299 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Sopra Steria...Analysis Article • Dec 05
Is Now The Time To Look At Buying Sopra Steria Group SA (EPA:SOP)?
Sopra Steria Group SA ( EPA:SOP ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw significant share price movement during...Analysis Article • Nov 16
Market Participants Recognise Sopra Steria Group SA's (EPA:SOP) Earnings
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 16.4x Sopra Steria Group SA ( EPA:SOP ) may be sending bearish signals at...Analysis Article • Oct 11
Sopra Steria Group (EPA:SOP) Seems To Use Debt Quite Sensibly
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Analysis Article • Aug 14
Sopra Steria Group SA (EPA:SOP) Could Be Riskier Than It Looks
It's not a stretch to say that Sopra Steria Group SA's ( EPA:SOP ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 14.8x right...Analysis Article • Jul 27
Sopra Steria Group SA Just Missed Earnings And Its Revenue Numbers Were Weaker Than Expected
The half-year results for Sopra Steria Group SA ( EPA:SOP ) were released last week, making it a good time to revisit...Analysis Article • Jul 12
Should You Investigate Sopra Steria Group SA (EPA:SOP) At €188?
Sopra Steria Group SA ( EPA:SOP ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw significant share price movement during...Analysis Article • Jun 08
Is Sopra Steria Group (EPA:SOP) Using Too Much Debt?
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • Apr 27
Sopra Steria Group (EPA:SOP) Is Increasing Its Dividend To €4.65
The board of Sopra Steria Group SA ( EPA:SOP ) has announced that it will be paying its dividend of €4.65 on the 30th...Analysis Article • Apr 01
What You Can Learn From Sopra Steria Group SA's (EPA:SOP) P/E
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 24.6x Sopra Steria Group SA ( EPA:SOP ) may be sending very bearish...Analysis Article • Mar 17
Sopra Steria Group's (EPA:SOP) Shareholders Will Receive A Bigger Dividend Than Last Year
Sopra Steria Group SA's ( EPA:SOP ) dividend will be increasing from last year's payment of the same period to €4.65 on...Analysis Article • Feb 26
Sopra Steria Group (EPA:SOP) Is Increasing Its Dividend To €4.65
Sopra Steria Group SA's ( EPA:SOP ) periodic dividend will be increasing on the 30th of May to €4.65, with investors...Analysis Article • Feb 25
An Intrinsic Calculation For Sopra Steria Group SA (EPA:SOP) Suggests It's 30% Undervalued
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Sopra Steria Group fair value estimate is €330 Sopra Steria...Analysis Article • Feb 03
Is Now An Opportune Moment To Examine Sopra Steria Group SA (EPA:SOP)?
Sopra Steria Group SA ( EPA:SOP ), is not the largest company out there, but it led the ENXTPA gainers with a...Analysis Article • Dec 28
Potential Upside For Sopra Steria Group SA (EPA:SOP) Not Without Risk
There wouldn't be many who think Sopra Steria Group SA's ( EPA:SOP ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 16.2x is...Analysis Article • Dec 14
Does Sopra Steria Group (EPA:SOP) Deserve A Spot On Your Watchlist?
It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...Analysis Article • Nov 15
Estimating The Intrinsic Value Of Sopra Steria Group SA (EPA:SOP)
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Sopra Steria Group fair value estimate is €223 Sopra Steria...Analysis Article • Nov 01
At €169, Is It Time To Put Sopra Steria Group SA (EPA:SOP) On Your Watch List?
Sopra Steria Group SA ( EPA:SOP ), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of attention from a...Analysis Article • Sep 21
Sopra Steria Group (EPA:SOP) Seems To Use Debt Quite Sensibly
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analysis Article • Sep 06
With EPS Growth And More, Sopra Steria Group (EPA:SOP) Makes An Interesting Case
Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...Analysis Article • Aug 09
Calculating The Fair Value Of Sopra Steria Group SA (EPA:SOP)
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Sopra Steria Group fair value estimate is €215 With €196 share...Analysis Article • Jul 24
At €183, Is It Time To Put Sopra Steria Group SA (EPA:SOP) On Your Watch List?
Sopra Steria Group SA ( EPA:SOP ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw significant share price movement...Analysis Article • Jun 22
These 4 Measures Indicate That Sopra Steria Group (EPA:SOP) Is Using Debt Reasonably Well
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' When we think about how risky a company...Earnings and Revenue Growth Forecasts
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | Free Cash Flow | Cash from Op | Avg. No. Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/31/2028 | 6,129 | 362 | 370 | 579 | 8 |
| 12/31/2027 | 5,954 | 338 | 351 | 553 | 10 |
| 12/31/2026 | 5,762 | 305 | 302 | 499 | 10 |
| 12/31/2025 | 5,648 | 297 | 491 | 550 | N/A |
| 9/30/2025 | 5,660 | 289 | 441 | 505 | N/A |
| 6/30/2025 | 5,671 | 282 | 392 | 459 | N/A |
| 3/31/2025 | 5,724 | 296 | 487 | 558 | N/A |
| 12/31/2024 | 5,777 | 309 | 582 | 656 | N/A |
| 9/30/2024 | 5,759 | 304 | 519 | 603 | N/A |
| 6/30/2024 | 5,742 | 299 | 456 | 549 | N/A |
| 3/31/2024 | 5,605 | 278 | 489 | 586 | N/A |
| 12/31/2023 | 5,469 | 258 | 522 | 623 | N/A |
| 9/30/2023 | 5,352 | 261 | 493 | 592 | N/A |
| 6/30/2023 | 5,234 | 264 | 465 | 561 | N/A |
| 3/31/2023 | 5,168 | 256 | 437 | 532 | N/A |
| 12/31/2022 | 5,101 | 248 | 409 | 504 | N/A |
| 9/30/2022 | 5,000 | 231 | 406 | 489 | N/A |
| 6/30/2022 | 4,898 | 215 | 402 | 474 | N/A |
| 3/31/2022 | 4,791 | 201 | 405 | 469 | N/A |
| 12/31/2021 | 4,683 | 188 | 409 | 463 | N/A |
| 9/30/2021 | 4,554 | 168 | 390 | 446 | N/A |
| 6/30/2021 | 4,425 | 148 | 372 | 428 | N/A |
| 3/31/2021 | 4,344 | 128 | 360 | 415 | N/A |
| 12/31/2020 | 4,263 | 107 | 348 | 402 | N/A |
| 9/30/2020 | 4,328 | 125 | 393 | 447 | N/A |
| 6/30/2020 | 4,394 | 143 | 438 | 492 | N/A |
| 3/31/2020 | 4,414 | 152 | 405 | 457 | N/A |
| 12/31/2019 | 4,434 | 160 | 373 | 423 | N/A |
| 9/30/2019 | 4,361 | 154 | N/A | 396 | N/A |
| 6/30/2019 | 4,288 | 148 | N/A | 369 | N/A |
| 3/31/2019 | 4,192 | 136 | N/A | 299 | N/A |
| 12/31/2018 | 4,095 | 125 | N/A | 229 | N/A |
| 9/30/2018 | 4,024 | 135 | N/A | 234 | N/A |
| 6/30/2018 | 3,954 | 145 | N/A | 240 | N/A |
| 3/31/2018 | 3,892 | 159 | N/A | 239 | N/A |
| 12/31/2017 | 3,831 | 173 | N/A | 238 | N/A |
| 9/30/2017 | 3,793 | 167 | N/A | 226 | N/A |
| 6/30/2017 | 3,754 | 162 | N/A | 215 | N/A |
| 3/31/2017 | 3,748 | 156 | N/A | 220 | N/A |
| 12/31/2016 | 3,741 | 150 | N/A | 225 | N/A |
| 9/30/2016 | 3,718 | 131 | N/A | 206 | N/A |
| 6/30/2016 | 3,695 | 112 | N/A | 187 | N/A |
| 3/31/2016 | 3,640 | 98 | N/A | 155 | N/A |
| 12/31/2015 | 3,584 | 84 | N/A | 123 | N/A |
| 9/30/2015 | 3,455 | 94 | N/A | 72 | N/A |
| 6/30/2015 | 3,326 | 103 | N/A | 21 | N/A |
Analyst Future Growth Forecasts
Earnings vs Savings Rate: SOP's forecast earnings growth (7.4% per year) is above the savings rate (2.5%).
Earnings vs Market: SOP's earnings (7.4% per year) are forecast to grow slower than the French market (12.4% per year).
High Growth Earnings: SOP's earnings are forecast to grow, but not significantly.
Revenue vs Market: SOP's revenue (3.2% per year) is forecast to grow slower than the French market (5.6% per year).
High Growth Revenue: SOP's revenue (3.2% per year) is forecast to grow slower than 20% per year.
Earnings per Share Growth Forecasts
Future Return on Equity
Future ROE: SOP's Return on Equity is forecast to be low in 3 years time (14.8%).
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/25 02:40 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/22 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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Analyst Sources
Sopra Steria Group SA is covered by 20 analysts. 10 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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| Raimo Lenschow | Barclays |
| Andrew Gardiner | Barclays |
| Wolfgang Specht | Berenberg |