The European Smaller Companies Trust PLC (LSE:ESCT) — Market Cap & Net Worth
Market Cap & Net Worth: The European Smaller Companies Trust PLC (ESCT)
The European Smaller Companies Trust PLC (LSE:ESCT) has a market capitalization of $9.59 Million (GBX78.78 Billion) as of May 4, 2026. Listed on the LSE stock exchange, this UK-based company holds position #26972 globally and #360 in its home market, demonstrating a -1.75% decrease in market value over the past year.
Market capitalization, also known as net worth in stock markets, is calculated by multiplying The European Smaller Companies Trust PLC's stock price GBX225.00 by its total outstanding shares 350136239 (350.14 Million). Analyse how efficiently does The European Smaller Companies Trust PLC generate cash to see how efficiently the company converts income to cash.
The European Smaller Companies Trust PLC Market Cap History: 2015 to 2026
The European Smaller Companies Trust PLC's market capitalization history from 2015 to 2026. Data shows growth from $2.75 Million to $9.59 Million (13.81% CAGR).
Index Memberships
The European Smaller Companies Trust PLC is a constituent of 3 market indices:
| Index | Total Market Cap | Weight (%) | Rank by Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|
|
FTSE All-Share
FTAS
|
$62.11 Billion | 0.02% | #265 of 573 |
|
FTSE 350
FTLC
|
$61.53 Billion | 0.02% | #255 of 350 |
|
FTSE 250
FTMC
|
$8.75 Billion | 0.11% | #168 of 250 |
Weight: The European Smaller Companies Trust PLC's market cap as a percentage of total index value. Rank: Position among all constituents by market cap.
The European Smaller Companies Trust PLC Market Cap to Earnings & Revenue Ratios Timeline
This chart shows how The European Smaller Companies Trust PLC's valuation ratios have evolved. The Price to Sales (P/S) ratio compares market cap to revenue, while the Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio compares market cap to net income. Lower values may indicate a more undervalued company relative to its financial performance.
Latest Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio
0.06x
The European Smaller Companies Trust PLC's market cap is 0.06 times its annual revenue
Latest Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio
0.10x
The European Smaller Companies Trust PLC's market cap is 0.10 times its annual earnings
What These Ratios Tell Investors:
- Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: Shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company's sales. Lower P/S ratios may indicate undervaluation.
- Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company's earnings. This is one of the most common valuation metrics.
- Trends in these ratios over time can indicate changing investor sentiment about the company's future growth prospects.
- Industry comparison provides context for whether the company is valued higher or lower than peers.
| Year | Market Cap (USD) | Revenue (USD) | Net Income (USD) | P/S Ratio | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $3.24 Million | $45.76 Million | $44.78 Million | 0.07x | 0.07x |
| 2017 | $5.04 Million | $200.98 Million | $199.54 Million | 0.03x | 0.03x |
| 2018 | $3.23 Million | $11.71 Million | $9.94 Million | 0.28x | 0.33x |
| 2019 | $4.69 Million | $-40.93 Million | -$42.80 Million | -0.11x | N/A |
| 2020 | $6.23 Million | $14.97 Million | $13.53 Million | 0.42x | 0.46x |
| 2021 | $6.94 Million | $119.42 Million | $328.52 Million | 0.06x | 0.02x |
| 2022 | $5.93 Million | $47.01 Million | -$174.71 Million | 0.13x | N/A |
| 2023 | $6.77 Million | $107.23 Million | $104.38 Million | 0.06x | 0.06x |
| 2024 | $7.33 Million | $87.04 Million | $84.90 Million | 0.08x | 0.09x |
| 2025 | $9.22 Million | $161.36 Million | $90.06 Million | 0.06x | 0.10x |
Competitor Companies of ESCT by Market Capitalization
Companies near The European Smaller Companies Trust PLC in the global market cap rankings as of May 4, 2026.
Key companies related to The European Smaller Companies Trust PLC by market ranking:
- BlackRock Inc (NYSE:BLK): Ranked #140 globally with a market cap of $155.79 Billion USD.
- Brookfield Corporation (TO:BN): Ranked #245 globally with a market cap of $99.82 Billion USD ( CA$137.99 Billion CAD).
- Blackstone Group Inc (NYSE:BX): Ranked #267 globally with a market cap of $94.60 Billion USD.
- KKR & Co LP (NYSE:KKR): Ranked #280 globally with a market cap of $92.43 Billion USD.
| Rank | Company | Symbol | Market Cap | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #140 | BlackRock Inc | NYSE:BLK | $155.79 Billion | $1061.68 |
| #245 | Brookfield Corporation | TO:BN | $99.82 Billion | CA$61.48 |
| #267 | Blackstone Group Inc | NYSE:BX | $94.60 Billion | $126.35 |
| #280 | KKR & Co LP | NYSE:KKR | $92.43 Billion | $103.68 |
The European Smaller Companies Trust PLC Historical Marketcap From 2015 to 2026
Between 2015 and today, The European Smaller Companies Trust PLC's market cap moved from $2.75 Million to $ 9.59 Million, with a yearly change of 13.81%.
| Year | Market Cap | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | GBX9.59 Million | +3.93% |
| 2025 | GBX9.22 Million | +25.87% |
| 2024 | GBX7.33 Million | +8.23% |
| 2023 | GBX6.77 Million | +14.19% |
| 2022 | GBX5.93 Million | -14.59% |
| 2021 | GBX6.94 Million | +11.46% |
| 2020 | GBX6.23 Million | +32.92% |
| 2019 | GBX4.69 Million | +44.88% |
| 2018 | GBX3.23 Million | -35.86% |
| 2017 | GBX5.04 Million | +55.86% |
| 2016 | GBX3.24 Million | +17.86% |
| 2015 | GBX2.75 Million | -- |
End of Day Market Cap According to Different Sources
On May 3rd, 2026 the market cap of The European Smaller Companies Trust PLC was reported to be:
| Source | Market Cap |
|---|---|
| Yahoo Finance | $9.59 Million USD |
| MoneyControl | $9.59 Million USD |
| MarketWatch | $9.59 Million USD |
| marketcap.company | $9.59 Million USD |
| Reuters | $9.59 Million USD |
Market cap values may vary slightly between sources due to differences in calculation methods, timing, and data refresh rates.
About The European Smaller Companies Trust PLC
TR European Growth Trust PLC is a closed-ended equity mutual fund launched and managed by Henderson Investment Funds Limited. It is co-managed by Henderson Global Investors Limited. The fund invests in the public equity markets of Europe. It seeks to invest in stocks of companies operating across diversified sectors. The fund primarily invests in stocks of small and mid cap companies. It employs … Read more