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Synectics plc Provides Earnings Guidance for the Fiscal Year 2026 Synectics plc provided earnings guidance for the fiscal year 2026. The company currently expects trading for Fiscal Year 2026 to be in line with market expectations. Management understands current market expectations for Fiscal Year 2026 to be revenue of £62.0 million. Announcement • May 19
Bob Holt OBE Intends to Step Down as Non-Executive Chair of Synectics plc Synectics plc announced that Bob Holt OBE has informed the Board of his intention to step down as Non-Executive Chair, reflecting his increasing commitments to EARNZ plc, where he is a significant shareholder and Chair, and which is entering a period of growth requiring greater executive involvement. Bob has a notice period of six months and will remain in the role in the interim to ensure an orderly transition while the Company undertakes a search for his successor. The Company has entered a new phase focused on the disciplined execution of its strategy, and a search has commenced for a new Chair with the skills and experience required to support delivery against the opportunities ahead. The Board will provide an update once this has concluded. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • May 18
Now 30% undervalued after recent price drop Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 29% to UK£1.75. The fair value is estimated to be UK£2.50, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 19% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 50%. Upcoming Dividend • Apr 23
Upcoming dividend of UK£0.028 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 April 2026. Payment date: 29 May 2026. Payout ratio is a comfortable 23% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 2.6%. Lower than top quartile of British dividend payers (5.7%). Higher than average of industry peers (0.8%). Reported Earnings • Apr 19
Full year 2025 earnings released: EPS: UK£0.22 (vs UK£0.19 in FY 2024) Full year 2025 results: EPS: UK£0.22 (up from UK£0.19 in FY 2024). Revenue: UK£68.1m (up 22% from FY 2024). Net income: UK£3.71m (up 17% from FY 2024). Profit margin: 5.4% (down from 5.7% in FY 2024). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 6.2% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 8.4% growth forecast for the Electronic industry in the United Kingdom. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 50% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 18% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Mar 30
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 20% After last week's 20% share price gain to UK£1.83, the stock trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 8.4x. Average forward P/E is 17x in the Electronic industry in the United Kingdom. Total returns to shareholders of 69% over the past three years. Recent Insider Transactions Derivative • Mar 15
CEO & Executive Director exercised options to buy UK£55k worth of stock. On the 13th of March, Amanda Larnder exercised options to buy 33k shares at a strike price of around UK£1.77, costing a total of UK£58k. This transaction amounted to 74% of their direct individual holding at the time of the trade. Since June 2025, Amanda's direct individual holding has increased from 4.33k shares to 44.43k. Company insiders have collectively bought UK£119k more than they sold, via options and on-market transactions, in the last 12 months. Declared Dividend • Mar 05
Final dividend increased to UK£0.028 Dividend of UK£0.028 is 12% higher than last year. Ex-date: 30th April 2026 Payment date: 29th May 2026 Dividend yield will be 2.8%, which is higher than the industry average of 1.6%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is well covered by both earnings (14% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (12% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 17% per year over the past 10 years. However, payments have been volatile during that time. Earnings per share has grown by 68% over the last 5 years. Unless this trend reverses, it should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Announcement • Mar 05
Synectics plc Recommends Final Dividend for the Ended 30 November 2025, Payable on 29 May 2026 The Board of Synectics plc recommended final dividend of 2.8 pence per share for the ended 30 November 2025 (FY24: 2.5 pence per share). With an interim dividend of 2.2 pence per share already paid in 2025, the proposed FY25 total dividend is 5 pence per share (FY24: 4.5 pence per share). The final dividend will be paid on 29 May 2026 to shareholders on the register at the close of business on 1 May 2026 with an ex-dividend date of 30 April 2026. Reported Earnings • Mar 04
Full year 2025 earnings released: EPS: UK£0.22 (vs UK£0.19 in FY 2024) Full year 2025 results: EPS: UK£0.22 (up from UK£0.19 in FY 2024). Revenue: UK£68.1m (up 22% from FY 2024). Net income: UK£3.71m (up 17% from FY 2024). Profit margin: 5.4% (down from 5.7% in FY 2024). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 50% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 11% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Announcement • Mar 04
Synectics plc, Annual General Meeting, May 20, 2026 Synectics plc, Annual General Meeting, May 20, 2026. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Mar 03
Investor sentiment deteriorates as stock falls 18% After last week's 18% share price decline to UK£1.88, the stock trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 7.3x. Average trailing P/E is 25x in the Electronic industry in the United Kingdom. Total returns to shareholders of 53% over the past three years. Announcement • Feb 24
Synectics plc to Report Fiscal Year 2025 Results on Mar 03, 2026 Synectics plc announced that they will report fiscal year 2025 results at 8:00 AM, GMT Standard Time on Mar 03, 2026 New Risk • Jan 24
New minor risk - Financial data availability The company's latest financial reports are more than 6 months old. Last reported fiscal period ended May 2025. This is considered a minor risk. If the company has not reported its earnings on time, it may have been delayed due to audit problems or it may be finding it difficult to reconcile its accounts. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Minor Risks Latest financial reports are more than 6 months old (reported May 2025 fiscal period end). Unstable dividend paying track record with dividend experiencing an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Share price has been volatile over the past 3 months (7.9% average weekly change). Market cap is less than US$100m (UK£38.2m market cap, or US$52.1m). Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Jan 21
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 16% After last week's 16% share price gain to UK£2.35, the stock trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 9.1x. Average trailing P/E is 22x in the Electronic industry in the United Kingdom. Total returns to shareholders of 82% over the past three years. New Risk • Jan 13
New minor risk - Share price stability The company's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months. It is more volatile than 75% of British stocks, typically moving 7.0% a week. This is considered a minor risk. Share price volatility indicates the stock is highly sensitive to market conditions or economic conditions rather than being sensitive to its own business performance, which may also be inconsistent. It also increases the risk of potential losses in the short term as the stock tends to have larger drops in price more frequently than other stocks. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Minor Risks Unstable dividend paying track record with dividend experiencing an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Share price has been volatile over the past 3 months (7.0% average weekly change). Market cap is less than US$100m (UK£35.2m market cap, or US$47.5m). New Risk • Dec 18
New minor risk - Dividend sustainability The company has an unstable dividend paying track record. The dividend has had an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Dividend yield: 2.1% This is considered a minor risk. If the company has cut or reduced its dividend in the past, it may be a sign that the underlying business is too cyclical to consistently maintain or grow the dividend over the long-term. It may also indicate the company prioritizes other outcomes instead of maintaining the dividend. For dividend paying companies, any reduction in the dividend can significantly impact the share price. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Minor Risks Unstable dividend paying track record with dividend experiencing an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Market cap is less than US$100m (UK£39.9m market cap, or US$53.3m). Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Dec 17
Investor sentiment deteriorates as stock falls 20% After last week's 20% share price decline to UK£2.35, the stock trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 9.1x. Average trailing P/E is 22x in the Electronic industry in the United Kingdom. Total returns to shareholders of 127% over the past three years. Announcement • Oct 17
Synectics plc Confirms Earnings Guidance for the Fiscal Year 2025 Synectics plc confirmed earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending 30 November 2025. The Company confirmed that trading for fiscal year 2025 is expected to deliver revenues of approximately £67 million (fiscal year 2024: £55.8 million). Reported Earnings • Jul 10
First half 2025 earnings released: EPS: UK£0.15 (vs UK£0.084 in 1H 2024) First half 2025 results: EPS: UK£0.15 (up from UK£0.084 in 1H 2024). Revenue: UK£35.5m (up 35% from 1H 2024). Net income: UK£2.62m (up 85% from 1H 2024). Profit margin: 7.4% (up from 5.4% in 1H 2024). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 6.2% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 5.6% growth forecast for the Electronic industry in the United Kingdom. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 64% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 46% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Announcement • Jul 08
Synectics plc Provides Earnings Guidance for the Fiscal Year 2025 Synectics plc provided earnings guidance for the fiscal year 2025. For the period, Company expects revenue of £65.0 million. Announcement • Jun 19
Synectics plc Appoints Paul Williams as Chief Financial Officer, with Effect from 26 August 2025 Synectics plc announced the appointment of Paul Williams as Chief Financial Officer, with effect from 26 August 2025. Paul is a highly accomplished Chief Financial Officer, having gained significant experience across the IT and software sectors. He joins Synectics from CloudCall, a software and unified communications business which was quoted on AIM until January 2022, where he has held the role of Chief Financial Officer for 12 years. Prior to his role at CloudCall, Paul was Chief Financial Officer for the Middle East and India subsidiaries of Columbus A/S, a Danish companyproviding IT software and services globally, and spent 12 years at ECsoft Group plc, an IT services and systems integrator, that was subsequently acquired by US-listed CIBER Inc. Paul joined ECsoft Group plc as UK Financial Controller, before assuming the role group-wide. He remained Group Financial Controller following the acquisition by CIBER Inc. and subsequently became Interim CFO of CIBER's international division. Paul began his career with British Rail and Railtrack and spent four years working with IBM as a financial analyst. Paul is a qualified accountant.
Paul John Williams, aged 56. Paul does not hold an interest in the Company's share capital. Current Directorships/Partnerships: CloudCall Group Limited, CloudCall Limited, CloudCall Inc., CloudCall US Group Inc. Past Directorships/Partnerships (within 5 years): Cloudcall Messaging Limited and Synety Group Limited. Announcement • Jun 09
Synectics plc to Report First Half, 2025 Results on Jul 08, 2025 Synectics plc announced that they will report first half, 2025 results on Jul 08, 2025 Upcoming Dividend • Apr 17
Upcoming dividend of UK£0.025 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 24 April 2025. Payment date: 16 May 2025. Payout ratio is a comfortable 24% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.5%. Lower than top quartile of British dividend payers (6.3%). Lower than average of industry peers (1.7%). Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Apr 07
Investor sentiment deteriorates as stock falls 15% After last week's 15% share price decline to UK£2.50, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 10x. Average forward P/E is 14x in the Electronic industry in the United Kingdom. Total returns to shareholders of 105% over the past three years. New Risk • Mar 18
New minor risk - Share price stability The company's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months. It is more volatile than 75% of British stocks, typically moving 7.0% a week. This is considered a minor risk. Share price volatility indicates the stock is highly sensitive to market conditions or economic conditions rather than being sensitive to its own business performance, which may also be inconsistent. It also increases the risk of potential losses in the short term as the stock tends to have larger drops in price more frequently than other stocks. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Minor Risks Share price has been volatile over the past 3 months (7.0% average weekly change). Market cap is less than US$100m (UK£52.4m market cap, or US$68.0m). Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Mar 11
Investor sentiment deteriorates as stock falls 21% After last week's 21% share price decline to UK£2.85, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 11x. Average forward P/E is 16x in the Electronic industry in the United Kingdom. Total returns to shareholders of 162% over the past three years. Declared Dividend • Mar 06
Final dividend of UK£0.025 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of UK£0.025. Ex-date: 24th April 2025 Payment date: 16th May 2025 Dividend yield will be 1.5%, which is about the same as the industry average. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is well covered by both earnings (28% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (10% cash payout ratio). The dividend has decreased over the past 10 years, indicating a lack of growth and stability in payments. EPS is expected to grow by 59% over the next 3 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Reported Earnings • Mar 05
Full year 2024 earnings released: EPS: UK£0.19 (vs UK£0.13 in FY 2023) Full year 2024 results: EPS: UK£0.19 (up from UK£0.13 in FY 2023). Revenue: UK£55.8m (up 14% from FY 2023). Net income: UK£3.18m (up 47% from FY 2023). Profit margin: 5.7% (up from 4.4% in FY 2023). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 9.5% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 5.7% growth forecast for the Electronic industry in the United Kingdom. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 82% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 39% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Announcement • Mar 05
Synectics plc Recommends Final Dividend for the Year Ended 30 November 2024, Payable on 16 May 2025 Synectics plc announced subject to shareholders' approval at the company's upcoming Annual General Meeting, which is to be held on 7 May 2025, the Directors recommended the payment of a final dividend of 2.5 pence per share for the year ended 30 November 2024 (2023: 3.0 pence per share) to be paid on 16 May 2025 to shareholders on the register as at the close of business on 25 April 2025 (the shares being marked ex-dividend on 24 April 2025). Announcement • Feb 14
Synectics plc to Report Fiscal Year 2024 Results on Mar 04, 2025 Synectics plc announced that they will report fiscal year 2024 results at 8:00 AM, GMT Standard Time on Mar 04, 2025 New Risk • Jan 25
New minor risk - Financial data availability The company's latest financial reports are more than 6 months old. Last reported fiscal period ended May 2024. This is considered a minor risk. If the company has not reported its earnings on time, it may have been delayed due to audit problems or it may be finding it difficult to reconcile its accounts. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Minor Risks Latest financial reports are more than 6 months old (reported May 2024 fiscal period end). Market cap is less than US$100m (UK£54.0m market cap, or US$67.5m). Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Dec 09
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 18% After last week's 18% share price gain to UK£3.47, the stock trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 19.4x. Average forward P/E is 16x in the Electronic industry in the United Kingdom. Total returns to shareholders of 239% over the past three years. Announcement • Nov 19
Synectics plc Announces Appointment of Amanda Larnder as Chief Executive Officer Synectics plc announced the appointment of Amanda Larnder, currently interim Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as its Chief Executive Officer with immediate effect. Following the sudden passing of Paul Webb, the Company's former Chief Executive Officer, in late August 2024, Amanda has been instrumental in ensuring that the Company continues its positive growth trajectory in what has been a difficult period for the Company and its employees. After a period of evaluation, led by Bob Holt, Synectics' Non-Executive Chair, the Board unanimously agreed to Amanda's appointment as Chief Executive Officer. Amanda has been Synectics' Chief Financial Officer since July 2022 when she rejoined the company and has over 16 years' experience in leadership roles, including within Synectics. Amanda will continue to oversee the Company's finance and administrative functions until her replacement as Chief Financial Officer is appointed, the search for which is underway. The Company will release further announcements on this process as appropriate. Announcement • Nov 11
Synectics plc Launches New AI Surveillance Capabilities Synectics plc announced the launch of Synergy DETECT, which is a key AI component of Synergy' proprietary software, Synergy. The launch expands Synergy's product offering, now comprising a suite of twelve AI-powered tools designed to streamline real-time detection and analysis available to users. These tools can be fully tailored to align with each customer's specific security and operational demands, further strengthening the ability to protect people and safeguard assets. With Synergy DETECT, organizations can anticipate threats faster and respond proactively - an essential advantage in today's rapidly evolving security landscape. Synergy DETECT reflects Synectics' ongoing commitment to provide the latest surveillance tools into Synergy; the Company is well positioned to capture growing demand for AI-driven solutions across the high-growth sectors in which they operate. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Nov 05
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 18% After last week's 18% share price gain to UK£2.90, the stock trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 16.2x. Average forward P/E is 15x in the Electronic industry in the United Kingdom. Total returns to shareholders of 146% over the past three years. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Sep 16
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 21% After last week's 21% share price gain to UK£2.35, the stock trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 13.2x. Average forward P/E is 15x in the Electronic industry in the United Kingdom. Total returns to shareholders of 116% over the past three years. Board Change • Sep 03
High number of new and inexperienced directors There are 4 new directors who have joined the board in the last 3 years. The company's board is composed of: 4 new directors. 2 experienced directors. No highly experienced directors. Independent Non-Executive Director Alison Vincent is the most experienced director on the board, commencing their role in 2020. The company’s lack of experienced directors is considered a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Announcement • Aug 29
Synectics plc Announces Chief Executive Officer Changes Synectics plc announced with deep sadness the sudden death of Paul Webb, Chief Executive Officer. Paul joined Synectics in 2004 and was appointed Chief Executive Officer in 2015. He has been instrumental in shaping the Company's strategic direction and driving its ongoing financial progress. The Company's Board of Directors, the management team and all his other colleagues wish to pay tribute to his outstanding service and contribution to Synectics. The Board has appointed Amanda Larnder, Synectics' Chief Financial Officer, as Interim Chief Executive Officer with immediate effect. Amanda will be supported by the Company's Non-executive Directors, who collectively bring a wealth of industry, capital markets and executive experience. Upcoming Dividend • Jul 18
Upcoming dividend of UK£0.02 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 25 July 2024. Payment date: 23 August 2024. Payout ratio is a comfortable 28% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 2.1%. Lower than top quartile of British dividend payers (5.5%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.5%). Reported Earnings • Jul 10
First half 2024 earnings released: EPS: UK£0.084 (vs UK£0.033 in 1H 2023) First half 2024 results: EPS: UK£0.084 (up from UK£0.033 in 1H 2023). Revenue: UK£26.3m (up 20% from 1H 2023). Net income: UK£1.42m (up 151% from 1H 2023). Profit margin: 5.4% (up from 2.6% in 1H 2023). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 8.7% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.8% growth forecast for the Electronic industry in the United Kingdom. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 116% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 12% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Announcement • Jul 09
Synectics plc Announces Interim Dividend, Payable on July 26, 2024 Synectics plc announced interim dividend of 2.0 pence per share totalling approximately £338,000 (2023: £nil) will be paid on 23 August 2024 to shareholders on the register at 26 July 2024. Announcement • Jun 22
Synectics plc Appoints Jonathan "Jon" Kempster as an Independent Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Audit Committee, Effective 1 July 2024 Synectics plc announced that Jonathan "Jon" Kempster will be appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Audit Committee with effect from 1 July 2024. Jon has more than 20 years' experience as a public company director. He is currently a Non-Executive Director of AIM quoted Norman Broadbent plc, Serinus Energy plc and a Director of Delta Pension Nominees Limited. Jon was previously a Non-Executive Director of DX (Group) plc, FireAngel Safety Technology plc and Bonhill Group plc. Jon qualified as a chartered accountant with Price Waterhouse in 1990 and has held several board positions in both an executive and non-executive capacity, including at Redcentric plc, Frasers Group plc and more recently Ted Baker plc. Announcement • Jun 05
Synectics plc to Report First Half, 2024 Results on Jul 09, 2024 Synectics plc announced that they will report first half, 2024 results on Jul 09, 2024 Board Change • Apr 30
Less than half of directors are independent Following the recent departure of a director, there are only 2 independent directors on the board. The company's board is composed of: 2 independent directors. 3 non-independent directors. Independent Non-Executive Director Andy Lockwood was the last independent director to join the board, commencing their role in 2022. The company's minority of independent directors is a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Announcement • Apr 09
Synectics plc Announces Board Changes Synectics plc announced that Bob Holt OBE will be appointed as its Non-Executive Chair immediately following the conclusion of its annual general meeting ("AGM") to be held on 24 April 2024. Bob Holt will replace Steve Coggins who will retire from the Board immediately following the conclusion of the AGM. Steve has served as a Non-Executive Director of the Company since January 2005, and as Interim Chair since October 2023. Bob is a highly accomplished executive with over 35 years' experience in senior leadership roles across various sectors, including Revolution Beauty, Sureserve Group Plc, and Mears Group PLC, where he guided the company through its successful IPO on AIM and played a pivotal role in establishing Mears as a market leader in its sector. Bob was awarded an OBE for his significant contributions to charity, having founded both The Footprints Foundation to support vulnerable individuals, both locally and internationally, and The Holt Trust, which provides grants to disabled and able-bodied young people under 25, helping them overcome barriers to achieving their full potential in amateur sports. Upcoming Dividend • Apr 04
Upcoming dividend of UK£0.03 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 11 April 2024. Payment date: 03 May 2024. Payout ratio is a comfortable 23% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.8%. Lower than top quartile of British dividend payers (6.0%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.5%). Declared Dividend • Feb 29
Dividend of UK£0.03 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of UK£0.03. Ex-date: 11th April 2024 Payment date: 3rd May 2024 Dividend yield will be 1.7%, which is about the same as the industry average. Payout Ratios Payout ratio: 40%. Cash payout ratio: 21%. Reported Earnings • Feb 28
Full year 2023 earnings released: EPS: UK£0.13 (vs UK£0.038 in FY 2022) Full year 2023 results: EPS: UK£0.13 (up from UK£0.038 in FY 2022). Revenue: UK£49.1m (up 26% from FY 2022). Net income: UK£2.16m (up 238% from FY 2022). Profit margin: 4.4% (up from 1.6% in FY 2022). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 9.7% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 5.1% growth forecast for the Electronic industry in the United Kingdom. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 124% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 10% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Announcement • Feb 27
Synectics plc, Annual General Meeting, Apr 24, 2024 Synectics plc, Annual General Meeting, Apr 24, 2024. Agenda: To consider final dividend. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Feb 09
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 17% After last week's 17% share price gain to UK£1.85, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 14x. Average forward P/E is 14x in the Electronic industry in the United Kingdom. Total returns to shareholders of 36% over the past three years. Announcement • Feb 07
Synectics plc to Report Fiscal Year 2023 Final Results on Feb 27, 2024 Synectics plc announced that they will report fiscal year 2023 final results on Feb 27, 2024 New Risk • Jan 28
New minor risk - Financial data availability The company's latest financial reports are more than 6 months old. Last reported fiscal period ended May 2023. This is considered a minor risk. If the company has not reported its earnings on time, it may have been delayed due to audit problems or it may be finding it difficult to reconcile its accounts. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Minor Risks Latest financial reports are more than 6 months old (reported May 2023 fiscal period end). Share price has been volatile over the past 3 months (10% average weekly change). Large one-off items impacting financial results. Market cap is less than US$100m (UK£25.8m market cap, or US$32.7m). Announcement • Oct 24
Synectics plc Announces Board Changes Synectics plc announced that Craig Wilson, Non-Executive Chair, has resigned with immediate effect to pursue other business interests and Steve Coggins, a Non-Executive Director, has been appointed as interim Non-Executive Chair. Announcement • Oct 16
Synectics plc Announces Latest Release of Synectics’ Synergy Software Synectics plc announces the release of the latest version of its proprietary software platform, Synergy. This most recent update includes data analysis tools, the integration of further AI and sector-specific capabilities, improved functionality for users and more robust cyber security, further strengthening the system's resilience against cyber threats. The Synergy platform has long supported the integration of many third-party analytics and AI tools into its single front-end platform for users. Synectics has seamlessly integrated complementary technology from multiple partners, including Microsoft, Nvidia, NEC and many others. The open-architecture nature of the platform provides a bedrock for future upgrades and additional AI tools to be introduced going forward. This enables Synectics to deliver the capabilities required by customers to satisfy both current and future demands, and to allow for a seamless user experience, and cost-effective upgrades, when newer technology from existing or different vendors becomes available. AI functionality has multiple benefits, including risk detection and data analysis, improved operations and response times and to meet privacy regulations and requirements. For example, AI-powered video search can reduce investigation time from days to minutes. The Synergy user interface has been simplified and additional functionality introduced, such as the availability of additional formats when generating external reports. The mapping capabilities of the system have also been improved, with CAD maps now included as standard and more premium GIS maps available. Furthermore, this update allows for easier customisation and management of the maps on a customer-by-customer basis. Reported Earnings • Jul 12
First half 2023 earnings released: EPS: UK£0.033 (vs UK£0.024 in 1H 2022) First half 2023 results: EPS: UK£0.033 (up from UK£0.024 in 1H 2022). Revenue: UK£21.9m (down 4.0% from 1H 2022). Net income: UK£565.0k (up 40% from 1H 2022). Profit margin: 2.6% (up from 1.8% in 1H 2022). Revenue is forecast to grow 15% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 5.7% growth forecast for the Electronic industry in the United Kingdom. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 91% per year but the company’s share price has remained flat, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Announcement • Jun 19
Synectics plc to Report First Half, 2023 Results on Jul 11, 2023 Synectics plc announced that they will report first half, 2023 results on Jul 11, 2023 Upcoming Dividend • Mar 30
Upcoming dividend of UK£0.02 per share at 1.7% yield Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 06 April 2023. Payment date: 05 May 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 53% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.7%. Lower than top quartile of British dividend payers (6.0%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.5%). Reported Earnings • Feb 22
Full year 2022 earnings released: EPS: UK£0.038 (vs UK£0.028 loss in FY 2021) Full year 2022 results: EPS: UK£0.038 (up from UK£0.028 loss in FY 2021). Revenue: UK£39.1m (down 10% from FY 2021). Net income: UK£639.0k (up UK£1.12m from FY 2021). Profit margin: 1.6% (up from net loss in FY 2021). The move to profitability was driven by lower expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 14% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 5.9% growth forecast for the Electronic industry in the United Kingdom. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 18% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 5% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Announcement • Feb 17
Synectics plc Announces Directorate Changes Synectics plc announced that David Coghlan has retired as a director of the Company and Craig Wilson, who was appointed as an independent Non-executive Director and chair-designate on 7 November 2022, has been appointed as its Non-executive Chair with immediate effect. Announcement • Feb 13
Synectics plc to Report Fiscal Year 2022 Results on Feb 22, 2023 Synectics plc announced that they will report fiscal year 2022 results on Feb 22, 2023 Announcement • Dec 13
Synectics plc Provides Earnings Guidance for the Second Half of 2022 Synectics plc provided earnings guidance for the second half of 2022. Second half profit is expected to be higher than in the first half, resulting in an underlying profit for the full year being slightly ahead of market expectations. Announcement • Dec 02
Parfas Limited completed the acquisition of SSS Management Services Limited from Synectics plc (AIM:SNX). Parfas Limited agreed to acquire SSS Management Services Limited from Synectics plc (AIM:SNX) for £0.2 million on November 11, 2022. The transaction is subject to certain closing conditions and is expected to be completed on or before November 30, 2022. As on 30 November 2021, the SSS business generated audited revenues of approximately £7.0 million and an operating profit of less than £0.1 million and, as at 30 November 2021, had audited net liabilities of approximately £1.6 million.
Parfas Limited completed the acquisition of SSS Management Services Limited from Synectics plc (AIM:SNX) on December 1, 2022. Announcement • Nov 12
Parfas Limited agreed to acquire SSS Management Services Limited from Synectics plc (AIM:SNX) for £0.2 million. Parfas Limited agreed to acquire SSS Management Services Limited from Synectics plc (AIM:SNX) for £0.2 million on November 11, 2022. The transaction is subject to certain closing conditions and is expected to be completed on or before November 30, 2022. As on 30 November 2021, the SSS business generated audited revenues of approximately £7.0 million and an operating profit of less than £0.1 million and, as at 30 November 2021, had audited net liabilities of approximately £1.6 million. Announcement • Nov 07
Synectics plc Announces Appointment of Craig Wilson as an Independent Non-Executive Director and Chairman-Designate Synectics plc announced that it has appointed Craig Wilson as an independent non-executive director and chairman-designate, with immediate effect. After a planned transition and handover period of approximately three months, David Coghlan will resign as a director and Mr. Wilson will be appointed as non-executive Chairman of the Company. Craig Wilson is a chartered engineer with a distinguished leadership background in both large and small technology companies. He was Chief Executive of listed multi-national software and business process services company Xchanging plc until its acquisition by Computer Sciences Corporation ("CSC") in 2016. Following the acquisition, he led CSC's £1 billion plus revenue business in the UK, Ireland and the Netherlands. Previously, Mr. Wilson served in leadership roles for Hewlett Packard Enterprises and Electronic Data Systems. He is currently a non-executive director of AIM-quoted AdEPT Technology Group plc and chairman (non-board) of private-equity backed Kao Data Limited. In addition, Craig has extensive experience in the public sector spanning the Department for Work and Pensions, HM Revenue & Customs, the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Justice. Announcement • Oct 24
Synectics plc Announces Board Changes Synectics plc announced that Michael Butler, independent non-executive director, has informed the Company that he will be leaving the Board with effect from the end of the Company's current financial year on 30 November 2022. Mr. Butler has been a member of the Board since February 2016. He is also chairman of the Board's remuneration committee and Senior Independent Director. Following Mr. Butler's departure, Andrew Lockwood, independent non-executive director, will assume the chairmanship of the remuneration committee. On 22 June 2022, the Company announced that David Coghlan, Chairman, intended to retire from the Board once a new chairman-designate had been recruited and a suitable transition and handover period had been completed. The recruitment process has proceeded positively and it is anticipated that the appointment of Mr. Coghlan's successor will be announced shortly. Reported Earnings • Jul 13
First half 2022 earnings released: EPS: UK£0.024 (vs UK£0.029 loss in 1H 2021) First half 2022 results: EPS: UK£0.024 (up from UK£0.029 loss in 1H 2021). Revenue: UK£22.8m (up 3.7% from 1H 2021). Net income: UK£405.0k (up UK£902.0k from 1H 2021). Profit margin: 1.8% (up from net loss in 1H 2021). Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 24%, compared to a 8.8% growth forecast for the industry in the United Kingdom. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 42% per year but the company’s share price has only fallen by 16% per year, which means it has not declined as severely as earnings. Announcement • Jun 22
Synectics plc Announces Resignation of David Coghlan as Chairman Synectics plc announced that its Chairman, David Coghlan, has informed the Company of his intention to retire from the Board by the end of the current year. The Company has retained a professional search firm to seek a replacement and hopes to make an appointment once the right candidate has been chosen. Mr. Coghlan has agreed to remain as Chairman until his successor is in place and a thorough transition and handover have been completed. Announcement • Jun 14
Synectics plc to Report First Half, 2022 Results on Jul 12, 2022 Synectics plc announced that they will report first half, 2022 results on Jul 12, 2022 Announcement • Jun 01
Synectics plc Appoints Andrew Lockwood as an Independent Non-Executive Director Synectics plc announced that it has appointed Andrew Lockwood as an independent Non-Executive Director with immediate effect. Mr. Lockwood has over 30 years' experience ofreshaping and growing technology, managed services and healthcare businesses and is currently Chief Executive Officer of KCH Interventional Facilities Management LLP, a provider of healthcare support services. Prior to joining KFM, Andrew was Managing Director of Capita plc's international healthcare technology and services businesses, Commercial Director for data solutions at Daisy Communications Plc, Interim Chief Executive Office at Retalika Limited,a SaaS business, and President and co-founder of Graphita Inc, a web 2.0 online and mobile media and entertainment business. Previously, he had held various executive positions at Covad Communications, a provider of broadband and data services in the US, been Senior Vice President & General Manager, wireless at Inktomi Corporation, asoftware provider for internet service providers, and held various positions at BT. Upcoming Dividend • Mar 31
Upcoming dividend of UK£0.015 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 07 April 2022. Payment date: 06 May 2022. The company is not currently making a profit and is not cash flow positive. Trailing yield: 1.1%. Lower than top quartile of British dividend payers (4.7%). Lower than average of industry peers (1.4%). Reported Earnings • Feb 24
Full year 2021 earnings: Revenues and EPS in line with analyst expectations Full year 2021 results: UK£0.028 loss per share (up from UK£0.28 loss in FY 2020). Revenue: UK£43.6m (down 2.4% from FY 2020). Net loss: UK£479.0k (loss narrowed 90% from FY 2020). Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 17%, compared to a 6.6% growth forecast for the industry in the United Kingdom. Over the last 3 years on average, the company's share price growth rate has exceeded its earnings growth rate by 72 percentage points per year, which is a significant difference in performance. Announcement • Dec 08
Synectics plc Provides Earnings Guidance for the Second Half and Full Year 2021 Synectics plc provided earnings guidance for the second half and full year 2021. For the second half, the company is expected to show a modest profit.For the full year, the company expects underlying loss for the full year lower than that recorded in the first half. Reported Earnings • Jul 15
First half 2021 earnings released: UK£0.029 loss per share (vs UK£0.11 loss in 1H 2020) The company reported a decent first half result with reduced losses and improved control over expenses, although revenues were weaker. First half 2021 results: Revenue: UK£22.0m (down 4.6% from 1H 2020). Net loss: UK£497.0k (loss narrowed 73% from 1H 2020). Over the last 3 years on average, the company's share price growth rate has exceeded its earnings growth rate by 93 percentage points per year, which is a significant difference in performance. Announcement • Jun 15
Synectics plc Provides Earnings Guidance for the Six Months Ended 31 May 2021 Synectics plc provided earnings guidance for the six months ended 31 May 2021. The company expects, trading in the first half of this financial year continued at similar levels to the first half of the last financial year, delivering a much reduced estimated operating loss of approximately £(0.8) million (2020: £(2.0) million) on revenues of approximately £22 million (2020: £23 million). This follows action taken last year to reduce the Group's operating cost base. The Group's cash position remains sound, with net cash of £3.5 million at 31 May 2021 (28 February 2021 £4.5 million). Reported Earnings • Mar 26
Full year 2020 earnings released: UK£0.28 loss per share (vs UK£0.097 profit in FY 2019) The company reported a poor full year result with weaker earnings, revenues and control over costs. Full year 2020 results: Revenue: UK£44.6m (down 35% from FY 2019). Net loss: UK£4.67m (down 387% from profit in FY 2019). Over the last 3 years on average, the company's share price growth rate has exceeded its earnings growth rate by 85 percentage points per year, which is a significant difference in performance.