Centrica Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 2/6
Centrica has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 0.7%, while the Integrated Utilities industry saw earnings growing at 10.1% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 3% per year. Centrica's return on equity is 19.6%, and it has net margins of 3.6%.
Key information
0.67%
Earnings growth rate
2.01%
EPS growth rate
| Integrated Utilities Industry Growth | 8.06% |
| Revenue growth rate | 3.05% |
| Return on equity | 19.61% |
| Net Margin | 3.64% |
| Last Earnings Update | 30 Jun 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Aug 08
CNA: Recent Upgrades And Dividend Progress Will Support Future Upside
Centrica's updated analyst price target edges lower, with fair value now implied at £2.07 per share from £2.17, as analysts factor in a slightly higher discount rate, modestly lower profit margins and updated expectations for revenue growth and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent broker moves give a mixed but generally constructive picture around Centrica, with several firms revisiting ratings and price targets in light of the share price pullback and updated earnings assumptions.Analysis Article • Aug 03
Centrica's (LON:CNA) Earnings Offer More Than Meets The Eye
Centrica plc's ( LON:CNA ) stock didn't jump after it announced some healthy earnings. Our analysis showed that there...Narrative Update • Jul 24
CNA: Higher Margins And Governance Reforms Will Support Future Upside
Centrica's analyst price target has been trimmed slightly, with recent cuts of £4 to £214 at Citi and £8 to £227 and then £10 to £235 at JPMorgan, reflecting adjustments to revenue expectations alongside modest tweaks to fair value and forward P/E assumptions, while profit margin estimates have edged higher. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Centrica shows a mix of optimism and caution, with price targets clustered in a relatively tight range and most firms maintaining positive ratings even as they fine tune their assumptions.Narrative Update • Jun 24
CNA: Low Carbon Partnerships And Governance Updates Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have adjusted their price targets for Centrica, with a new blended target moving modestly and anchored around recent changes that include Berenberg lifting its target to £2.30 and JPMorgan trimming its target to £2.35. These revisions reflect updated views on fair value, discount rate and assumptions for revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E.Narrative Update • Jun 08
CNA: Low Carbon And On Site Power Partnerships Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have nudged the blended price target for Centrica higher into the low £2 range, reflecting adjusted revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions, along with recent target moves between £1.90 and £2.35 from several major banks. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Centrica shows price targets generally clustering between £2.00 and £2.35, with several changes to both ratings and target levels over the past few months.Narrative Update • May 24
CNA: Low Carbon And On Site Power Projects Will Shape Balanced Outlook
Analysts have lifted their blended price target for Centrica, with recent moves such as Berenberg's shift to £2.30 from £1.90, several JPMorgan adjustments around the £2.24 to £2.35 range, and higher targets from Goldman Sachs and RBC, reflecting updated views on revenue growth, profit margins and valuation multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Centrica shows a split view, with several price target increases and a cluster of rating downgrades that revolve around execution risk, valuation and the timing of potential earnings growth.Narrative Update • Apr 27
CNA: Low Carbon Projects And On Site Power Will Shape Balanced Outlook
The analyst price target for Centrica has been raised, with recent Street research pointing to a cluster of higher targets in the £2.00 to £2.32 range, as analysts highlight the company’s positioning in low carbon generation and recent energy market disruption. Analyst Commentary Recent research shows a mix of optimism and caution around Centrica, with several firms adjusting ratings and price targets in a relatively tight range around £2.00 to £2.32.Narrative Update • Apr 12
CNA: Low Carbon Projects And On Site Power Partnerships Will Support Fair Outlook
Centrica's analyst price target has edged higher to £2.19 from £2.16, as analysts point to recent price target increases across the Street and see support from disruption in energy markets and the company's positioning in low carbon generation. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Centrica shows a mix of optimism on the long term setup and caution on near term execution and valuation, which is reflected in both upgrades and downgrades alongside a cluster of higher price targets.Narrative Update • Mar 28
CNA: Fair View Sees Low Carbon Projects Offsetting Limited Near Term Triggers
The analyst price target for Centrica has been revised higher to £2.16 per share. The change is supported by recent research pointing to adjusted revenue growth assumptions, a slightly different profit margin outlook, and a higher future P/E multiple as analysts respond to rising price targets and rating changes across several firms.Narrative Update • Mar 13
CNA: Fair View Balances Low Carbon Upside With Fewer Near Term Catalysts
The analyst price target for Centrica has edged higher to reflect a modest uplift in fair value to £2.05 and a slightly richer future P/E assumption, as analysts balance higher UK low carbon and gas price tailwinds against recent share gains and fewer near term catalysts. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Centrica shows a split between bullish and bearish analysts, with several raising price targets while others have turned more cautious after the share price recovery and completion of the buyback.Narrative Update • Feb 25
CNA: Neutral Stance Will Rely On Execution Against Tight P/E Expectations
Centrica's analyst fair value estimate has edged up to reflect higher price targets in the £2.24 to £2.32 range, with analysts citing adjusted expectations for revenue growth, improved profit margin assumptions, and a lower expected future P/E of 11.4x. Analyst Commentary Recent research has clustered Centrica's price targets in the £2.24 to £2.32 range, with several banks adjusting their numbers in quick succession.Narrative Update • Feb 10
CNA: Neutral View Will Depend On Execution And Valuation Discipline
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Centrica slightly higher to £1.98 from £1.96, citing updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins and a modestly higher future P/E, which are consistent with recent upward price target moves from several firms. Analyst Commentary Recent updates from bullish analysts have focused on higher price targets and slightly richer valuation assumptions that they see as better aligned with current market expectations for Centrica.Narrative Update • Jan 24
CNA: Neutral Stance Will Hinge On Execution And Margin Resilience
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Centrica slightly, now seeing it closer to £1.96 per share. Updated assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E have led to a more cautious stance, which is reflected in the recent move to a Neutral rating with a £1.85 price target.Narrative Update • Jan 10
CNA: Energy Transition Execution Will Shape Balanced Future Risk Reward Profile
Analysts have slightly raised their fair value estimate for Centrica from £1.97 to £1.98 per share, reflecting a mix of more cautious and more constructive views after recent rating changes and updated price targets across the sector. Analyst Commentary Recent rating changes on Centrica show a mix of optimism and caution, which helps explain why the fair value move has been incremental rather than dramatic.Narrative Update • Dec 26
CNA: Energy Transition Execution Will Drive Long Term Earnings Momentum
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Centrica slightly higher to approximately £1.97 from about £1.96. They cite a broadly stable discount rate, marginally stronger revenue growth expectations and modestly higher sector upside that is partly tempered by a more balanced risk reward profile.Narrative Update • Dec 11
CNA: Cost Cutting Plan Will Support Long Term Earnings Momentum
Analysts have nudged their average price target for Centrica slightly lower to about £1.96. This reflects a modest recalibration of fair value assumptions, even as they highlight potential upside from sector tailwinds, improving renewables exposure, and prospective cost cutting initiatives.Narrative Update • Nov 27
CNA: Cost Cutting Plan And Renewables Outlook Will Support Long Term Gains
Centrica's analyst price target has been raised slightly to £2.10. Analysts cite further upside potential in European utilities and an improving outlook for renewables as supporting factors.Analysis Article • Nov 24
Centrica (LON:CNA) Has A Somewhat Strained Balance Sheet
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Narrative Update • Nov 13
CNA: Renewables Momentum and Nuclear Developments Will Drive Further Upside Potential
The analyst price target for Centrica has been increased, now ranging from 179 GBp to 210 GBp. Analysts cite expectations of continued earnings momentum, further upside potential in UK utilities, and an improved outlook for renewables. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst research on Centrica highlights both optimistic perspectives and ongoing areas of caution regarding the company's growth trajectory and valuation outlook.Narrative Update • Oct 29
Nuclear Agreements And Renewables Momentum Will Shape Energy Outlook
Analysts have revised their price targets for Centrica higher. New targets have risen from £1.77 to a range as high as £2.10, citing ongoing momentum in UK utilities, an improved outlook for renewables, and potential for future earnings growth.Analysis Article • Oct 28
An Intrinsic Calculation For Centrica plc (LON:CNA) Suggests It's 21% Undervalued
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Centrica fair value estimate is UK£2.24 Centrica is estimated...Narrative Update • Oct 15
Sizewell C And Morecambe Net Zero Will Drive Energy Transformation
Centrica's analyst price target has increased from 180 GBp to 210 GBp, as analysts see upside potential driven by improving renewables prospects and cost-cutting initiatives within the UK utility sector. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst research on Centrica highlights optimism around the company's future prospects, as well as some areas where caution may be warranted.Narrative Update • Sep 28
Sizewell C And Morecambe Net Zero Will Drive Energy Transformation
Analysts have raised Centrica’s price target slightly to £1.93, citing its strong positioning among UK utilities, improved earnings momentum, and anticipated cost-cutting efforts, while overall fair value remains nearly unchanged. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight Centrica as a top pick in UK utilities due to its strong relative positioning.Narrative Update • Sep 13
Sizewell C And Morecambe Net Zero Will Drive Energy Transformation
Cautious optimism among analysts, grounded in Centrica’s strong past sector outperformance and a balanced risk/reward outlook, has led to a marginal increase in the consensus price target from £1.87 to £1.90. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts see modest upside potential, reflected in minor price target increases.
New Narrative • Feb 23
Investments In Flexible Generation And Technology Will Streamline Operations, But Revenue Decline And Margin Pressures Are Anticipated
Increased customer engagement and service delivery in Services and Solutions could drive revenue growth and improve net margins.Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Centrica 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Jun 26 | 19,549 | 711 | 2,492 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 26 | 19,521 | 320 | 2,485 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 19,492 | -72 | 2,478 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 19,494 | -158 | 2,496 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 19,496 | -244 | 2,513 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 19,705 | 544 | 2,513 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 19,913 | 1,332 | 2,512 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 20,199 | 1,218 | 2,584 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 20,484 | 1,104 | 2,655 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 23,471 | 2,517 | 2,665 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 26,458 | 3,929 | 2,674 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 28,200 | 4,081 | 2,610 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 29,941 | 4,232 | 2,545 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 26,841 | 1,725 | 2,384 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 23,741 | -782 | 2,223 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 20,941 | -901 | 1,601 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 18,141 | -1,021 | 979 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 16,443 | -217 | 922 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 14,744 | 586 | 865 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 13,790 | 700 | 890 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 12,835 | 814 | 915 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 12,542 | 270 | 898 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 12,249 | -274 | 880 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 7,758 | -759 | 375 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 10,376 | -861 | 665 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 12,994 | -964 | 954 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 22,724 | -814 | 1,286 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 22,773 | -605 | 1,281 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 23,039 | -211 | 1,273 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 23,304 | 183 | 1,265 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 24,570 | 354 | 1,263 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 25,835 | 524 | 1,260 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 26,935 | 426 | 1,266 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 28,035 | 328 | 1,271 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 28,028 | 447 | 1,349 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 28,021 | 566 | 1,426 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 27,562 | 1,119 | 1,486 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 27,102 | 1,672 | 1,545 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 26,501 | 512 | 1,552 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 25,900 | -649 | 1,558 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 26,936 | -698 | 1,564 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 27,971 | -747 | 1,569 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 28,541 | -621 | 1,593 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: CNA has a high level of non-cash earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: CNA became profitable in the past.
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: CNA's earnings have grown by 0.7% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: CNA has become profitable in the last year, making the earnings growth rate difficult to compare to its 5-year average.
Earnings vs Industry: CNA has become profitable in the last year, making it difficult to compare its past year earnings growth to the Integrated Utilities industry (-1.7%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: CNA's Return on Equity (19.6%) is considered low.
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 | 2026/09/11 04:35 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/09/11 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/06/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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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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Analyst Sources
Centrica plc is covered by 24 analysts. 12 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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| Mark Hives | Barclays |
| Dominic Nash | Barclays |
| Peter Crampton | Barclays |