Macfarlane Group (MACF) Stock Overview
Through its subsidiaries, designs, manufactures, and distributes protective packaging products to businesses in the United Kingdom and Europe. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 2/6 |
| Future Growth | 2/6 |
| Past Performance | 1/6 |
| Financial Health | 3/6 |
| Dividends | 3/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | UK£0.68 |
| 52 Week High | UK£1.22 |
| 52 Week Low | UK£0.60 |
| Beta | 0.53 |
| 1 Month Change | -2.02% |
| 3 Month Change | -6.85% |
| 1 Year Change | -33.00% |
| 3 Year Change | -39.01% |
| 5 Year Change | -41.76% |
| Change since IPO | -14.53% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Apr 21
MACF: Steady Assumptions And Higher Required Return Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have kept their fair value estimate for Macfarlane Group steady at £0.91 per share. This reflects only small tweaks to their discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions in their refreshed models.Narrative Update • Apr 06
MACF: Stable Assumptions And Slightly Lower P/E Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have made only a modest adjustment to their valuation work on Macfarlane Group, with a slightly lower discount rate and future P/E assumption leading to a small fine tuning of their £ price target rather than a material shift in view. Valuation Changes Fair Value: Held steady at £0.91 per share, with no change between the prior and updated work.Narrative Update • Mar 23
MACF: Stable Assumptions And Slightly Higher P/E Will Support Future Upside
Macfarlane Group's analyst price target has been left broadly unchanged at around £0.91. Analysts point to only marginal tweaks to assumptions for discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and forward P/E that do not materially alter their view of fair value.Narrative Update • Mar 09
MACF: Modest Fair Value Trim Will Still Support Future Upside
Analysts have revised their fair value estimate for Macfarlane Group from £0.98 to £0.91, reflecting updated assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E multiples. Valuation Changes Fair Value: revised from £0.98 to £0.91, a modest reduction in the central estimate.Recent updates
Narrative Update • Apr 21
MACF: Steady Assumptions And Higher Required Return Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have kept their fair value estimate for Macfarlane Group steady at £0.91 per share. This reflects only small tweaks to their discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions in their refreshed models.Narrative Update • Apr 06
MACF: Stable Assumptions And Slightly Lower P/E Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have made only a modest adjustment to their valuation work on Macfarlane Group, with a slightly lower discount rate and future P/E assumption leading to a small fine tuning of their £ price target rather than a material shift in view. Valuation Changes Fair Value: Held steady at £0.91 per share, with no change between the prior and updated work.Narrative Update • Mar 23
MACF: Stable Assumptions And Slightly Higher P/E Will Support Future Upside
Macfarlane Group's analyst price target has been left broadly unchanged at around £0.91. Analysts point to only marginal tweaks to assumptions for discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and forward P/E that do not materially alter their view of fair value.Narrative Update • Mar 09
MACF: Modest Fair Value Trim Will Still Support Future Upside
Analysts have revised their fair value estimate for Macfarlane Group from £0.98 to £0.91, reflecting updated assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E multiples. Valuation Changes Fair Value: revised from £0.98 to £0.91, a modest reduction in the central estimate.Narrative Update • Feb 22
MACF: Steady Assumptions And Higher Future P/E Will Support Upside
Analysts have kept their price target for Macfarlane Group broadly steady at around £0.98 per share, citing only very small adjustments to the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions in their updated models. Valuation Changes Fair Value: unchanged at £0.98 per share, with no revision to the central estimate.Narrative Update • Feb 08
MACF: Stable Growth Assumptions And Lower P/E Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have made a small adjustment to their price target on Macfarlane Group, reflecting a slightly lower discount rate and a marginally reduced assumed future P/E multiple, while keeping fair value per share broadly unchanged at £0.98. Valuation Changes Fair Value: Modelled fair value per share is unchanged at £0.98.Narrative Update • Jan 24
MACF: Higher Profitability Assumptions And Lower P/E Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Macfarlane Group, reflecting updated assumptions for profit margins and a lower future P/E multiple, while keeping fair value estimates steady at £0.98. Valuation Changes Fair Value: Kept unchanged at £0.98 per share, indicating no adjustment to the central valuation estimate.Narrative Update • Jan 10
MACF: Stable Assumptions And Higher Required Return Will Support Undervalued Upside
Analysts have slightly adjusted their price target for Macfarlane Group, citing small refinements to assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E, while keeping their fair value estimate broadly unchanged at £0.98. Valuation Changes Fair Value Estimate is unchanged at £0.98 per share, indicating no material revision to the central valuation outcome.Narrative Update • Dec 23
MACF: Improved Risk Profile Will Support Liquidity And Undervalued Long-Term Upside
Analysts have nudged their price target for Macfarlane Group slightly higher to reflect a modest improvement in the company’s risk profile and forward earnings multiple, while maintaining a fair value estimate close to previous levels. Valuation Changes Fair Value: unchanged at 0.975x, indicating no material shift in the core valuation anchor.Narrative Update • Dec 09
MACF: Index Inclusion Will Support Liquidity And Undervalued Long-Term Upside
Analysts have nudged their price target on Macfarlane Group slightly higher to reflect a modest improvement in the company’s risk profile and forward earnings multiple, though the overall fair value estimate remains close to unchanged at approximately £0.98 per share. What's in the News Macfarlane Group PLC has been added to the S&P Global BMI Index, which may increase its visibility among global institutional investors (Index Constituent Adds).Narrative Update • Nov 24
MACF: Recent Index Addition And Outlook Will Support Long-Term Confidence
Analysts have slightly raised their price target for Macfarlane Group to £0.98. They maintain a positive outlook based on updated discount rates and reaffirmed growth expectations.Narrative Update • Nov 09
MACF: Future Margins Will Recover Despite Recent Outlook Shift
Analysts have lowered their fair value estimate for Macfarlane Group from £1.13 to £0.98. They cite expectations of slower revenue growth, a higher discount rate, and a reduced profit margin outlook.Analysis Article • Nov 04
Macfarlane Group PLC (LON:MACF) Looks Inexpensive After Falling 25% But Perhaps Not Attractive Enough
To the annoyance of some shareholders, Macfarlane Group PLC ( LON:MACF ) shares are down a considerable 25% in the last...Analysis Article • Oct 28
These 4 Measures Indicate That Macfarlane Group (LON:MACF) Is Using Debt Reasonably Well
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Narrative Update • Oct 26
Eco-Friendly Packaging And European Expansion Will Unlock New Opportunity
Analysts have revised their price target for Macfarlane Group downward from £1.25 to £1.13, citing reduced revenue growth and profit margin projections in their latest assessment. What's in the News Macfarlane Group PLC has been added as a constituent to the S&P Global BMI Index (Key Developments).Analysis Article • May 06
Here's Why Shareholders May Want To Be Cautious With Increasing Macfarlane Group PLC's (LON:MACF) CEO Pay Packet
Key Insights Macfarlane Group to hold its Annual General Meeting on 13th of May Total pay for CEO Peter Atkinson...Analysis Article • Mar 02
Macfarlane Group (LON:MACF) Is Paying Out A Larger Dividend Than Last Year
Macfarlane Group PLC's ( LON:MACF ) periodic dividend will be increasing on the 13th of June to £0.027, with investors...
New Narrative • Feb 10
European Acquisitions And Competitive Website Will Expand Market Presence And Capture New Business
Strategic acquisitions and a new competitive website are expected to boost revenue growth and market presence.Analysis Article • May 14
Is Macfarlane Group (LON:MACF) A Risky Investment?
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • May 01
Here's Why Shareholders May Want To Be Cautious With Increasing Macfarlane Group PLC's (LON:MACF) CEO Pay Packet
Key Insights Macfarlane Group will host its Annual General Meeting on 7th of May Total pay for CEO Peter Atkinson...Analysis Article • Apr 26
Macfarlane Group (LON:MACF) Has Announced That It Will Be Increasing Its Dividend To £0.0265
Macfarlane Group PLC's ( LON:MACF ) dividend will be increasing from last year's payment of the same period to £0.0265...Analysis Article • Mar 03
Macfarlane Group (LON:MACF) Is Increasing Its Dividend To £0.0265
Macfarlane Group PLC ( LON:MACF ) will increase its dividend on the 30th of May to £0.0265, which is 5.2% higher than...Analysis Article • Sep 10
Macfarlane Group's (LON:MACF) Shareholders Will Receive A Bigger Dividend Than Last Year
The board of Macfarlane Group PLC ( LON:MACF ) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend by 4.4% on the...Analysis Article • Aug 27
Macfarlane Group's (LON:MACF) Dividend Will Be Increased To £0.0094
The board of Macfarlane Group PLC ( LON:MACF ) has announced that the dividend on 12th of October will be increased to...Analysis Article • May 11
Macfarlane Group (LON:MACF) Is Paying Out A Larger Dividend Than Last Year
Macfarlane Group PLC ( LON:MACF ) has announced that it will be increasing its periodic dividend on the 1st of June to...Analysis Article • Apr 05
Macfarlane Group's (LON:MACF) Dividend Will Be Increased To £0.0252
Macfarlane Group PLC's ( LON:MACF ) periodic dividend will be increasing on the 1st of June to £0.0252, with investors...Analysis Article • Feb 26
Macfarlane Group (LON:MACF) Has Announced That It Will Be Increasing Its Dividend To £0.0252
Macfarlane Group PLC ( LON:MACF ) will increase its dividend on the 1st of June to £0.0252, which is 8.2% higher than...Analysis Article • Sep 04
Macfarlane Group (LON:MACF) Will Pay A Larger Dividend Than Last Year At £0.009
Macfarlane Group PLC ( LON:MACF ) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend from last year's comparable...Analysis Article • Apr 28
Macfarlane Group (LON:MACF) Is Increasing Its Dividend To UK£0.023
Macfarlane Group PLC ( LON:MACF ) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend on the 1st of June to UK£0.023...Analysis Article • Feb 27
Macfarlane Group's (LON:MACF) Shareholders Will Receive A Bigger Dividend Than Last Year
The board of Macfarlane Group PLC ( LON:MACF ) has announced that the dividend on 1st of June will be increased to...Analysis Article • Sep 13
Macfarlane Group (LON:MACF) Will Pay A Larger Dividend Than Last Year At UK£0.0087
Macfarlane Group PLC ( LON:MACF ) will increase its dividend on the 14th of October to UK£0.0087, which is 24% higher...Analysis Article • Aug 29
Macfarlane Group's (LON:MACF) Upcoming Dividend Will Be Larger Than Last Year's
Macfarlane Group PLC's ( LON:MACF ) dividend will be increasing on the 14th of October to UK£0.0087, with investors...Analysis Article • Jun 14
With EPS Growth And More, Macfarlane Group (LON:MACF) Is Interesting
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 • May 04
Here's What To Make Of Macfarlane Group's (LON:MACF) Decelerating Rates Of Return
Finding a business that has the potential to grow substantially is not easy, but it is possible if we look at a few key...Shareholder Returns
| MACF | GB Trade Distributors | GB Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | 7.6% | -0.2% | -0.8% |
| 1Y | -33.0% | 11.7% | 19.7% |
Return vs Industry: MACF underperformed the UK Trade Distributors industry which returned 18.1% over the past year.
Return vs Market: MACF underperformed the UK Market which returned 21.7% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| MACF volatility | |
|---|---|
| MACF Average Weekly Movement | 4.6% |
| Trade Distributors Industry Average Movement | 5.3% |
| Market Average Movement | 5.6% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in GB Market | 11.6% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in GB Market | 3.1% |
Stable Share Price: MACF has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the UK market.
Volatility Over Time: MACF's weekly volatility (5%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1899 | 1,231 | Peter Atkinson | www.macfarlanegroup.com |
Macfarlane Group PLC, through its subsidiaries, designs, manufactures, and distributes protective packaging products to businesses in the United Kingdom and Europe. It operates through Packaging Distribution and Manufacturing Operations segments. The Packaging Distribution segment distributes packaging materials in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Europe.
Macfarlane Group PLC Fundamentals Summary
| MACF fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | UK£106.07m |
| Earnings (TTM) | UK£6.32m |
| Revenue (TTM) | UK£300.81m |
16.8x
P/E Ratio0.4x
P/S RatioIs MACF overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| MACF income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | UK£300.81m |
| Cost of Revenue | UK£188.64m |
| Gross Profit | UK£112.17m |
| Other Expenses | UK£105.86m |
| Earnings | UK£6.32m |
Last Reported Earnings
Dec 31, 2025
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 0.04 |
| Gross Margin | 37.29% |
| Net Profit Margin | 2.10% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 25.3% |
How did MACF perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
5.4%
Current Dividend Yield92%
Payout RatioDoes MACF pay a reliable dividends?
See MACF dividend history and benchmarks| Macfarlane Group dividend dates | |
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| Ex Dividend Date | May 14 2026 |
| Dividend Pay Date | Jun 12 2026 |
| Days until Ex dividend | 3 days |
| Days until Dividend pay date | 32 days |
Does MACF pay a reliable dividends?
See MACF dividend history and benchmarksCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/08 22:16 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/08 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.
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Industry and Sector Metrics
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Analyst Sources
Macfarlane Group PLC is covered by 8 analysts. 3 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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| James Fletcher | Berenberg |
| Calum Battersby | Berenberg |
| James Bayliss | Berenberg |