The Weir Group PLC

LSE:WEIR Stock Report

Market Cap: UK£6.5b

Weir Group Future Growth

Future criteria checks 3/6

Weir Group is forecast to grow earnings and revenue by 13.5% and 5.5% per annum respectively. EPS is expected to grow by 13.7% per annum. Return on equity is forecast to be 16.7% in 3 years.

Key information

13.5%

Earnings growth rate

13.67%

EPS growth rate

Machinery earnings growth12.9%
Revenue growth rate5.5%
Future return on equity16.75%
Analyst coverage

Good

Last updated17 Jun 2026

Recent future growth updates

Recent updates

Narrative Update • Jun 05

WEIR: Execution And Margin Expansion Will Support Higher Future P/E

Narrative Update on Weir Group The updated analyst price target for Weir Group has been reduced from about £33.55 to about £32.46. This reflects a series of lower Street targets in recent months as analysts factor in slightly higher discount rates and modestly adjusted growth expectations.
New Narrative • May 24

Digital Mining Expansion And Efficiency Gains Will Transform Long Term Earnings Quality

Catalysts About Weir Group Weir Group is a focused technology partner to the mining industry, supplying mission critical engineered equipment and mining software solutions. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
Narrative Update • May 03

WEIR: M&A Execution And Margin Expansion Will Support Higher Future P/E

The analyst price target for Weir Group has been trimmed slightly to £33.55 from £34.09, reflecting recent mixed target revisions, where some banks raised their targets into the £3,200 to £3,800 range while others issued modest cuts. Analysts now factor in marginally lower revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, alongside a slightly higher future P/E multiple.
Narrative Update • Apr 19

WEIR: M&A Execution And Margin Expansion Are Expected To Support Future P/E

Analysts have trimmed their average price target on Weir Group by £0.04, reflecting recent mixed target revisions from banks such as Citi, JPMorgan, Deutsche Bank and Morgan Stanley, while fair value assumptions, discount rate and growth inputs remain broadly unchanged. Analyst Commentary Recent research shows a mix of optimism and caution on Weir Group, with several banks adjusting price targets while broadly maintaining existing ratings.
Narrative Update • Apr 04

WEIR: Future Execution And M&A Pipeline Are Expected To Support Higher P/E

The analyst price target for Weir Group has been trimmed slightly to £34.05 from £34.19, as analysts factor in a mix of recent target increases and reductions from major banks while keeping core assumptions on growth, margins and P/E broadly stable. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Weir Group reflects a mix of higher and lower price targets, with most adjustments clustering in the £32.00 to £38.00 range.
Narrative Update • Mar 21

WEIR: Higher P/E Assumptions Will Reflect Rising Execution Confidence

Analysts have nudged the fair value estimate for Weir Group higher to £34.19 from £33.89. This reflects a series of recent price target adjustments across the Street that collectively point to slightly stronger assumptions on growth and profitability.
Narrative Update • Mar 06

WEIR: Higher Assumed P/E Multiple Will Shape Future Upside Potential

The updated analyst price target for Weir Group moves to £3,388 from £3,296, with analysts pointing to recent target increases from several banks and a modestly higher assumed future P/E multiple as key drivers. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts have lifted price targets into a £3,700 to £3,800 range, which sits above the updated blended target of £3,388, signaling that some see additional upside potential embedded in current assumptions.
New Narrative • Mar 05

Aftermarket Dependence And Slowing Digital Adoption Will Pressure Margins Over Time

Catalysts About Weir Group Weir Group supplies engineered hardware and software solutions to the global mining industry, with a focus on mission critical equipment, aftermarket services and mining technology. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
Narrative Update • Feb 20

WEIR: Minerals Aftermarket, Saudi JV And M&A Will Shape Future Execution

Narrative Update: Weir Group The analyst price target for Weir Group has been revised higher to £3,296 from £3,221, reflecting updated assumptions on fair value and future P/E after several banks lifted their targets in recent research. Analyst Commentary Recent price target moves for Weir Group have clustered around the £3,280 to £3,296 range, with several bullish analysts lifting their fair value assumptions in quick succession.
Narrative Update • Feb 06

WEIR: Minerals Aftermarket Delivery And M&A Will Shape Balanced Future Execution

The analyst price target for Weir Group edges higher to £32.21 from £31.78, with analysts pointing to recent target increases from several banks and updated P/E and margin assumptions to support the revised view. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has clustered around higher price targets for Weir Group, with several bullish analysts recalibrating their models to reflect revised P/E and margin assumptions.
Narrative Update • Jan 23

WEIR: Minerals Aftermarket Delivery And M&A Execution Will Drive Balanced Future Returns

The updated analyst price target for Weir Group has moved slightly higher to £31.78 from £31.23. This change reflects recent target increases reported by several banks and analyst expectations for higher revenue growth and a modestly higher future P/E, partly offset by slightly lower profit margin assumptions.
Analysis Article • Jan 17

At UK£30.88, Is It Time To Put The Weir Group PLC (LON:WEIR) On Your Watch List?

Let's talk about the popular The Weir Group PLC ( LON:WEIR ). The company's shares saw a double-digit share price rise...
Narrative Update • Jan 06

WEIR: Minerals Aftermarket Execution And M&A Plans Will Shape Balanced Future Upside

Our analyst price target for Weir Group is unchanged. This reflects a balance between a higher Street target from £29.50 to £33.00 and a £29.00 target paired with a downgrade to Neutral, with analysts pointing to limited near term upside given recent order patterns and the higher bar for Q4 Minerals Aftermarket performance.
Analysis Article • Dec 30

Here's Why We Think Weir Group (LON:WEIR) Is Well Worth Watching

Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...
Narrative Update • Dec 15

WEIR: Margin Discipline And Mining Demand Will Support Balanced Future Upside

Analysts have nudged their price target for Weir Group slightly higher, reflecting a modest uplift in fair value to about £31.23 as they balance JPMorgan's increased optimism with Goldman's more cautious stance amid slowing Minerals Aftermarket orders and fewer large Q3 contracts. Analyst Commentary Street research on Weir Group presents a mixed but generally constructive picture, with bullish analysts pointing to improved earnings power and cautious voices highlighting execution risk in the near term.
Narrative Update • Nov 29

WEIR: Margin Expansion Will Drive Long-Term Upside Despite Near-Term Order Risks

Weir Group’s analyst price target has increased modestly from £30.99 to £31.15. Analysts highlight a higher profit margin forecast, but also note tempered revenue growth expectations and limited near-term upside due to order trends.
Analysis Article • Nov 27

Returns Are Gaining Momentum At Weir Group (LON:WEIR)

If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. Typically, we'll...
Narrative Update • Nov 15

WEIR: Margin Expansion Will Offset Recent Order Uncertainties Going Forward

Analysts have increased their price target for Weir Group to approximately £31 from £29, reflecting improved profit margin outlooks even though revenue growth expectations are more moderate. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst reports highlight both optimism and caution regarding Weir Group's financial prospects and share performance.
Analysis Article • Nov 14

Getting In Cheap On The Weir Group PLC (LON:WEIR) Is Unlikely

With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 23.4x The Weir Group PLC ( LON:WEIR ) may be sending bearish signals at...
Narrative Update • Oct 31

WEIR: Confidence In Core Market Momentum Will Offset Macro Uncertainties Ahead

Analysts have raised Weir Group's price target from £29.15 to £29.32, reflecting increased confidence in the company's performance after positive revisions to its fair value and outlook metrics. Analyst Commentary Analyst updates have underlined key themes shaping sentiment on Weir Group, with a recent notable move in the price target by JPMorgan signaling shifting perspectives.
Analysis Article • Oct 29

Weir Group (LON:WEIR) Seems To Use Debt Quite Sensibly

The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...
Narrative Update • Oct 17

Energy Transition And Policies Will Unlock New Mining Opportunities

Narrative Update: Weir Group Analyst Price Target Increased Analysts have raised their price target for Weir Group from £29.00 to £33.00, citing improved revenue growth expectations and a stable outlook, even though there is a slight reduction in profit margin forecasts. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts have lifted their price targets in response to Weir Group's recent revenue momentum, suggesting increased confidence in the company's growth trajectory.
Narrative Update • Oct 03

Energy Transition And Policies Will Unlock New Mining Opportunities

Weir Group's analyst price target was slightly reduced from £25.70 to £25.50. Analysts cite minor adjustments to growth forecasts and profitability assumptions in their updated models.
Analysis Article • Sep 28

Is The Weir Group PLC (LON:WEIR) Potentially Undervalued?

The Weir Group PLC ( LON:WEIR ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a double-digit share price rise of over 10...
Analysis Article • Sep 14

Calculating The Fair Value Of The Weir Group PLC (LON:WEIR)

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Weir Group fair value estimate is UK£23.99 With UK£26.06 share...
Analysis Article • Aug 18

Weir Group's (LON:WEIR) Returns On Capital Are Heading Higher

LSE:WEIR 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Weir Group's Fair Values from the Community and select yours To find...
Analysis Article • Aug 04

Weir Group's (LON:WEIR) Dividend Will Be £0.196

The Weir Group PLC ( LON:WEIR ) will pay a dividend of £0.196 on the 4th of November. Although the dividend is now...
Analysis Article • Jul 23

Getting In Cheap On The Weir Group PLC (LON:WEIR) Is Unlikely

When close to half the companies in the United Kingdom have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 16x, you may...
Analysis Article • Jul 08

Here's Why Weir Group (LON:WEIR) Has Caught The Eye Of Investors

It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...
Analysis Article • Jun 22

These 4 Measures Indicate That Weir Group (LON:WEIR) Is Using Debt Reasonably Well

Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...
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New Narrative • Mar 02

Micromine Acquisition Will Transform Company's Role In Mining Industry With Digital Optimization

The acquisition of Micromine is set to transform Weir Group into a leading digital optimization platform, driving significant revenue and sustainability benefits.

Earnings and Revenue Growth Forecasts

LSE:WEIR - Analysts future estimates and past financials data (GBP Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsFree Cash FlowCash from OpAvg. No. Analysts
12/31/20283,07240240551216
12/31/20272,90936635750519
12/31/20262,75231530445820
12/31/20252,565247320385N/A
9/30/20252,529278336406N/A
6/30/20252,493310353427N/A
3/31/20252,499312365438N/A
12/31/20242,506315377450N/A
6/30/20242,543221328408N/A
3/31/20242,590225318401N/A
12/31/20232,636229308394N/A
6/30/20232,676247315394N/A
3/31/20232,574229286357N/A
12/31/20222,472212258321N/A
6/30/20222,1291724998N/A
3/31/20222,03116376127N/A
12/31/20211,934155103156N/A
9/30/20211,944151132186N/A
6/30/20211,955147161216N/A
3/31/20211,960140178241N/A
12/31/20201,965133195266N/A
9/30/20201,798131260345N/A
6/30/20201,631128326424N/A
3/31/20201,840136237344N/A
12/31/20192,050144147264N/A
9/30/20192,382105N/A186N/A
6/30/20192,71467N/A109N/A
3/31/20192,58260N/A164N/A
12/31/20182,45053N/A218N/A
9/30/20182,289120N/A198N/A
6/30/20182,129188N/A177N/A
3/31/20182,057186N/A153N/A
12/31/20171,986185N/A128N/A
9/30/20171,943133N/A142N/A
6/30/20171,90181N/A156N/A
3/31/20171,87362N/A186N/A
12/31/20161,84543N/A216N/A
9/30/20161,805-63N/A235N/A
6/30/20161,765-170N/A254N/A
3/31/20161,822-163N/A282N/A
1/1/20161,880-156N/A310N/A
10/1/20152,078-80N/A334N/A
7/3/20152,276-4N/A359N/A

Analyst Future Growth Forecasts

Earnings vs Savings Rate: WEIR's forecast earnings growth (13.5% per year) is above the savings rate (3.4%).

Earnings vs Market: WEIR's earnings (13.5% per year) are forecast to grow faster than the UK market (11.5% per year).

High Growth Earnings: WEIR's earnings are forecast to grow, but not significantly.

Revenue vs Market: WEIR's revenue (5.5% per year) is forecast to grow faster than the UK market (4.6% per year).

High Growth Revenue: WEIR's revenue (5.5% per year) is forecast to grow slower than 20% per year.

Earnings per Share Growth Forecasts

Future Return on Equity

Future ROE: WEIR's Return on Equity is forecast to be low in 3 years time (16.7%).

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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/06/19 22:40
End of Day Share Price 2026/06/19 00:00
Earnings2025/12/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

Data Sources

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Company Financials10 years
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  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
  • Forecast financials
  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
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  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

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Analyst Sources

The Weir Group PLC is covered by 37 analysts. 20 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Nick WebsterBarclays
Jonathan HurnBarclays
Andrew SimmsBerenberg