B&M European Value Retail Past Earnings Performance
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B&M European Value Retail's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -12.5%, while the Multiline Retail industry saw earnings growing at 4.7% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 4.7% per year. B&M European Value Retail's return on equity is 20.6%, and it has net margins of 2.8%.
Key information
-12.53%
Earnings growth rate
-12.60%
EPS growth rate
| Multiline Retail Industry Growth | 6.54% |
| Revenue growth rate | 4.72% |
| Return on equity | 20.55% |
| Net Margin | 2.84% |
| Last Earnings Update | 28 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Analysis Article • Jun 10
Some Investors May Be Willing To Look Past B&M European Value Retail's (LON:BME) Soft Earnings
B&M European Value Retail plc's ( LON:BME ) stock was strong despite it releasing a soft earnings report last week. We...Analysis Article • Jun 11
There May Be Reason For Hope In B&M European Value Retail's (LON:BME) Disappointing Earnings
B&M European Value Retail S.A.'s ( LON:BME ) earnings announcement last week didn't impress shareholders. While the...Recent updates
Analysis Article • Jun 10
Some Investors May Be Willing To Look Past B&M European Value Retail's (LON:BME) Soft Earnings
B&M European Value Retail plc's ( LON:BME ) stock was strong despite it releasing a soft earnings report last week. We...
Narrative Update • Jun 07
BME: Value Format Execution And Refined Assumptions Will Support Future Upside
Narrative update on B&M European Value Retail The latest analyst price target for B&M European Value Retail has moved, with recent Street research clustered between £1.40 and £2.90 per share, as analysts weigh weaker UK consumer confidence and slower retail spending against differing views on the company’s valuation and growth profile. Analyst Commentary Street research on B&M European Value Retail currently spans a wide range of opinions, with price targets cited between £1.40 and £2.90 per share and ratings stretching from Sell to Buy.Analysis Article • Jun 04
Is B&M European Value Retail plc (LON:BME) Potentially Undervalued?
B&M European Value Retail plc ( LON:BME ), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of attention...Narrative Update • May 24
BME: Refined Discount Rate And P E Assumptions Signal Future Upside Potential
Analysts have trimmed the fair value estimate for B&M European Value Retail to about £2.90 per share. The shift reflects a slightly higher discount rate, modestly different revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, and a small adjustment to the future P/E multiple in light of a wide range of Street views, including new targets at £2.90 and £1.40.
Narrative Update • Apr 30
BME: Future Upside Will Depend On Discount Execution And Earnings Resilience
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for B&M European Value Retail, nudging the price target lower by a small amount to around £2.16, as they factor in slightly softer revenue growth and profit margin expectations alongside a modestly higher future P/E assumption. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts highlight that even with slightly softer revenue and margin assumptions, the shares still screen as reasonably valued against their updated P/E inputs.Narrative Update • Apr 16
BME: Future Upside Will Rely On Sustained Execution And Cash Generation
Analysts have nudged their fair value price target for B&M European Value Retail higher from £2.15 to about £2.16, citing a recent bullish initiation and an upgrade from the Street that focus on modestly adjusted growth and P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around B&M European Value Retail has focused on how its adjusted growth profile and P/E assumptions compare with the current share price, which has contributed to the small uplift in fair value estimates.Narrative Update • Apr 01
BME: Future Upside Will Depend On Sustained Margin And Cash Execution
Analysts have trimmed their price target on B&M European Value Retail to £2.15, citing a slightly higher discount rate and only marginal tweaks to revenue growth, profit margin and forward P/E assumptions in their updated models. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a mixed but generally constructive view, with the latest work resulting in an upgrade alongside the trimmed price target.Narrative Update • Mar 18
BME: Refined Discount Rate And P E Assumptions Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have raised their price target on B&M European Value Retail to £2.97, citing updated assumptions on the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E that support a slightly higher valuation. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a more constructive tone around B&M European Value Retail, with the higher £2.97 price target framed around refined assumptions for the discount rate, revenue trends, profit margins and future P/E.Narrative Update • Mar 04
BME: Reset Discount Rate Will Support Constructive Future Upside Narrative
Analysts have revised their price target on B&M European Value Retail, with the new fair value estimate changing from £3.38 to £2.97. This adjustment reflects updated views on the discount rate, revenue, profit margin and future P/E following recent research commentary.Narrative Update • Feb 18
BME: Higher Fair Value Will Rely On Future Margin Execution
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for B&M European Value Retail from £2.06 to £2.15. This reflects updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples following recent research.Analysis Article • Feb 14
Insufficient Growth At B&M European Value Retail S.A. (LON:BME) Hampers Share Price
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 7.3x B&M European Value Retail S.A. ( LON:BME ) may be sending very...Narrative Update • Feb 03
BME: Interim Dividend Reset Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have reduced their fair value estimate for B&M European Value Retail from £2.32 to £2.06, reflecting updated assumptions for discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples. What's in the News Company announced an interim dividend of 3.5 pence per ordinary share for the first half of fiscal year 2026, compared with 5.3 pence for the first half of fiscal year 2025.Analysis Article • Feb 01
Are Investors Undervaluing B&M European Value Retail S.A. (LON:BME) By 44%?
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, B&M European Value Retail fair value estimate is UK£3.18 B&M...Narrative Update • Jan 20
BME: Reduced Interim Dividend And CFO Change Will Present Attractive Opportunity
Analysts have reduced their fair value estimate for B&M European Value Retail from £6.00 to about £3.38. This reflects updated assumptions for a higher discount rate, more cautious revenue growth, lower profit margins and a reduced future P/E multiple.Analysis Article • Jan 07
B&M European Value Retail (LON:BME) Has More To Do To Multiply In Value Going Forward
To find a multi-bagger stock, what are the underlying trends we should look for in a business? Firstly, we'll want to...
Narrative Update • Jan 06
BME: Dividend Reset And CFO Transition Will Shape Balanced Outlook
Analysts have trimmed their price target for B&M European Value Retail to reflect a fair value adjustment from £2.07 to £1.63, citing updated views on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E assumptions. What's in the News B&M European Value Retail S.A. declared an interim dividend of 3.5 pence per ordinary share for the first half of fiscal year 2026, with payment scheduled for 12 December 2025 to shareholders on the register at 21 November 2025 and an ex-dividend date of 20 November 2025 (company announcement).Analysis Article • Dec 24
These 4 Measures Indicate That B&M European Value Retail (LON:BME) Is Using Debt Extensively
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' So it might be obvious that you need to...Narrative Update • Dec 19
BME: Leadership Transition And Dividend Reset Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have trimmed their price target on B&M European Value Retail slightly, citing a modest reduction in fair value to about £2.32 from roughly £2.42 as they factor in slightly lower revenue growth and profit margin expectations, partly offset by a higher assumed future price to earnings multiple. What's in the News B&M European Value Retail cut its interim dividend for the first half of fiscal 2026 to 3.5 pence per share, down from 5.3 pence a year earlier.Analysis Article • Dec 11
At UK£1.56, Is It Time To Put B&M European Value Retail S.A. (LON:BME) On Your Watch List?
While B&M European Value Retail S.A. ( LON:BME ) might not have the largest market cap around , it received a lot of...Narrative Update • Dec 05
BME: Leadership Transition Will Support Dividend Reset And Future Upside Potential
Analysts have trimmed their price target on B&M European Value Retail by roughly 6 percent to reflect slightly softer expectations for revenue growth, margins, and future valuation multiples. What's in the News Announced a reduced interim dividend of 3.5 pence per share for the first half of fiscal 2026, down from 5.3 pence a year earlier, payable on 12 December 2025 to shareholders of record on 21 November 2025 (company announcement) Appointed Helen Cowing as Interim Chief Financial Officer on 12 November 2025, succeeding Mike Schmidt following an orderly handover of responsibilities (company announcement) Previously disclosed that CFO Mike Schmidt intended to step down, with a search launched for his successor to ensure a smooth transition (company announcement) Removed from the FTSE All World Index (USD), reflecting changes in index constituent composition (index provider update) Valuation Changes Fair Value Estimate has fallen slightly to £2.42 per share from £2.57, reflecting more cautious assumptions.Narrative Update • Nov 21
BME: Leadership Change And Dividend Policy Shift Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have revised their price target for B&M European Value Retail downward from £2.96 to £2.57. This change is due to adjustments to discount rate assumptions and slightly lower projected profit margins.Analysis Article • Nov 16
UK£2.64: That's What Analysts Think B&M European Value Retail S.A. (LON:BME) Is Worth After Its Latest Results
B&M European Value Retail S.A. ( LON:BME ) last week reported its latest half-yearly results, which makes it a good...Narrative Update • Nov 05
BME: Leadership Transition And Index Removal Will Shape Future Performance
Analysts have marginally lowered their price target on B&M European Value Retail to £2.96 from £2.99, citing modest shifts in projected revenue growth and profit margins. What's in the News Chief Financial Officer Mike Schmidt has announced his intention to step down, and a successor search is underway.Narrative Update • Oct 22
Analysts Lower Price Target for B&M European Value Retail Amid Rising Risks and Downgraded Forecasts
Analysts have lowered their price target for B&M European Value Retail from €3.87 to €2.99. They cite more conservative expectations for revenue growth and profit margins, as well as a higher discount rate applied to future earnings.Analysis Article • Oct 13
B&M European Value Retail S.A.'s (LON:BME) Earnings Are Not Doing Enough For Some Investors
When close to half the companies in the United Kingdom have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 17x, you may...Narrative Update • Oct 08
Everyday Low Prices And Strategic Expansion Set To Boost Revenue And Strengthen Margins
Analysts have lowered their price target for B&M European Value Retail from £2.81 to £2.07, citing a modest decrease in fair value estimates and expectations for slower growth and profitability. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts note that B&M European Value Retail continues to maintain a significant market presence in the discount retail sector, supporting long-term growth prospects.Analysis Article • Sep 30
B&M European Value Retail S.A.'s (LON:BME) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 83% Above Its Share Price
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, B&M European Value Retail fair value estimate is UK£4.75 B&M...Analysis Article • Sep 05
Is Now An Opportune Moment To Examine B&M European Value Retail S.A. (LON:BME)?
B&M European Value Retail S.A. ( LON:BME ), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of attention...Analysis Article • Aug 11
The Return Trends At B&M European Value Retail (LON:BME) Look Promising
If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. One common...Analysis Article • Jul 16
We Think B&M European Value Retail (LON:BME) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt
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 • Jun 17
Earnings Working Against B&M European Value Retail S.A.'s (LON:BME) Share Price Following 26% Dive
B&M European Value Retail S.A. ( LON:BME ) shareholders won't be pleased to see that the share price has had a very...Analysis Article • Jun 11
There May Be Reason For Hope In B&M European Value Retail's (LON:BME) Disappointing Earnings
B&M European Value Retail S.A.'s ( LON:BME ) earnings announcement last week didn't impress shareholders. While the...Analysis Article • Jun 01
B&M European Value Retail S.A. (LON:BME) Shares Could Be 35% Below Their Intrinsic Value Estimate
Key Insights B&M European Value Retail's estimated fair value is UK£5.23 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity B&M...Analysis Article • Apr 24
B&M European Value Retail S.A. (LON:BME) Stock Catapults 26% Though Its Price And Business Still Lag The Market
B&M European Value Retail S.A. ( LON:BME ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 26% after a shaky period...Analysis Article • Apr 08
Investors Should Be Encouraged By B&M European Value Retail's (LON:BME) Returns On Capital
There are a few key trends to look for if we want to identify the next multi-bagger. Typically, we'll want to notice a...Analysis Article • Feb 20
Why B&M European Value Retail S.A. (LON:BME) Could Be Worth Watching
While B&M European Value Retail S.A. ( LON:BME ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw significant...Analysis Article • Feb 05
B&M European Value Retail S.A.'s (LON:BME) Earnings Are Not Doing Enough For Some Investors
When close to half the companies in the United Kingdom have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 16x, you may...Analysis Article • Jan 03
B&M European Value Retail (LON:BME) Is Very Good At Capital Allocation
Finding a business that has the potential to grow substantially is not easy, but it is possible if we look at a few key...Analysis Article • Dec 16
B&M European Value Retail S.A.'s (LON:BME) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 99% Above Its Share Price
Key Insights B&M European Value Retail's estimated fair value is UK£7.34 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity B&M...
New Narrative • Dec 15
Everyday Low Prices And Strategic Expansion Set To Boost Revenue And Strengthen Margins
Strategic store expansion and disciplined cost management aim to enhance revenue and improve net margins through operational efficiency.Analysis Article • Dec 03
Does B&M European Value Retail (LON:BME) Have A 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 • Oct 29
Why B&M European Value Retail S.A. (LON:BME) Could Be Worth Watching
B&M European Value Retail S.A. ( LON:BME ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw significant share price movement...Analysis Article • Sep 25
B&M European Value Retail (LON:BME) Could Become A Multi-Bagger
What trends should we look for it we want to identify stocks that can multiply in value over the long term? One common...Analysis Article • Sep 10
B&M European Value Retail S.A.'s (LON:BME) Shares Lagging The Market But So Is The Business
When close to half the companies in the United Kingdom have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 17x, you may...Analysis Article • Aug 25
Is There An Opportunity With B&M European Value Retail S.A.'s (LON:BME) 50% Undervaluation?
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, B&M European Value Retail fair value estimate is UK£8.99 B&M...Analysis Article • Aug 09
Here's Why B&M European Value Retail (LON:BME) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How B&M European Value Retail makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Mar 26 | 5,775 | 164 | 1,729 | 0 |
| 28 Dec 25 | 5,726 | 207 | 1,667 | 0 |
| 27 Sep 25 | 5,676 | 249 | 1,605 | 0 |
| 27 Jun 25 | 5,624 | 284 | 1,565 | 0 |
| 29 Mar 25 | 5,571 | 319 | 1,524 | 0 |
| 29 Dec 24 | 5,575 | 323 | 1,522 | 0 |
| 28 Sep 24 | 5,579 | 326 | 1,520 | 0 |
| 28 Jun 24 | 5,532 | 347 | 1,473 | 0 |
| 30 Mar 24 | 5,484 | 367 | 1,425 | 0 |
| 30 Dec 23 | 5,354 | 361 | 1,396 | 0 |
| 23 Sep 23 | 5,223 | 355 | 1,367 | 0 |
| 23 Jun 23 | 5,103 | 352 | 1,314 | 0 |
| 25 Mar 23 | 4,983 | 348 | 1,261 | 0 |
| 25 Dec 22 | 4,849 | 368 | 1,199 | 0 |
| 24 Sep 22 | 4,714 | 388 | 1,136 | 0 |
| 24 Jun 22 | 4,694 | 405 | 1,139 | 0 |
| 26 Mar 22 | 4,673 | 422 | 1,142 | 0 |
| 26 Dec 21 | 4,750 | 427 | 1,173 | 0 |
| 25 Sep 21 | 4,827 | 432 | 1,204 | 0 |
| 25 Jun 21 | 4,814 | 430 | 1,181 | 0 |
| 27 Mar 21 | 4,801 | 428 | 1,157 | 0 |
| 27 Dec 20 | 4,534 | 363 | 1,086 | 0 |
| 26 Sep 20 | 4,267 | 298 | 1,016 | 0 |
| 26 Jun 20 | 4,040 | 251 | 990 | 0 |
| 28 Mar 20 | 3,813 | 204 | 964 | 0 |
| 28 Sep 19 | 3,495 | 202 | 885 | 0 |
| 28 Jun 19 | 3,384 | 200 | 842 | 0 |
| 30 Mar 19 | 3,273 | 198 | 800 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 3,369 | 204 | 857 | 0 |
| 29 Sep 18 | 3,249 | 207 | 808 | 0 |
| 29 Jun 18 | 3,140 | 196 | 795 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 3,030 | 186 | 783 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 2,850 | 169 | 741 | 0 |
| 23 Sep 17 | 2,671 | 153 | 698 | 0 |
| 23 Jun 17 | 2,551 | 148 | 669 | 0 |
| 25 Mar 17 | 2,431 | 143 | 639 | 0 |
| 25 Dec 16 | 2,321 | 137 | 613 | 0 |
| 24 Sep 16 | 2,211 | 130 | 587 | 0 |
| 24 Jun 16 | 2,123 | 127 | 559 | 0 |
| 26 Mar 16 | 2,035 | 125 | 531 | 0 |
| 26 Dec 15 | 1,936 | 118 | 499 | 0 |
| 26 Sep 15 | 1,837 | 111 | 466 | 0 |
| 26 Jun 15 | 1,742 | 75 | 439 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: BME has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: BME's current net profit margins (2.8%) are lower than last year (5.7%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: BME's earnings have declined by 12.5% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: BME's has had negative earnings growth over the past year, so it can't be compared to its 5-year average.
Earnings vs Industry: BME had negative earnings growth (-48.6%) over the past year, making it difficult to compare to the Multiline Retail industry average (41%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: Whilst BME's Return on Equity (20.55%) is high, this metric is skewed due to their high level of debt.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/16 17:46 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/16 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/28 |
| Annual Earnings | 2026/03/28 |
Data Sources
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Analyst Sources
B&M European Value Retail plc is covered by 28 analysts. 17 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 Anstead | Barclays |
| Matthew Clements | Barclays |
| Adam Tomlinson | Berenberg |