Centrica PLC (CNA) - Net Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, Centrica PLC (CNA) has net assets worth GBX3.50 Billion GBX (≈ $425.36K USD) as of December 2025. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (GBX15.41 Billion ≈ $1.88 Million USD) and total liabilities (GBX11.92 Billion ≈ $1.45 Million USD). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off. Check Centrica PLC tangible net worth ratio to evaluate the tangible quality of the company's equity base.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | GBX3.50 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 22.68% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 1.63% |
| 5-Year Change | 27.13% |
| 10-Year Change | 22.93% |
| Growth Volatility | 60.3 |
Centrica PLC - Net Assets Trend (1996–2025)
This chart illustrates how Centrica PLC's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. See defensive interval ratio of Centrica PLC to measure how many days the company can operate on defensive assets alone.
Annual Net Assets for Centrica PLC (1996–2025)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Centrica PLC from 1996 to 2025. For live valuation and market cap data, see market cap of Centrica PLC.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | GBX3.50 Billion ≈ $425.36K |
-27.35% |
| 2024-12-31 | GBX4.81 Billion ≈ $585.48K |
+13.68% |
| 2023-12-31 | GBX4.23 Billion ≈ $515.03K |
+230.70% |
| 2022-12-31 | GBX1.28 Billion ≈ $155.74K |
-53.45% |
| 2021-12-31 | GBX2.75 Billion ≈ $334.60K |
+98.99% |
| 2020-12-31 | GBX1.38 Billion ≈ $168.15K |
-23.01% |
| 2019-12-31 | GBX1.79 Billion ≈ $218.40K |
-54.53% |
| 2018-12-31 | GBX3.95 Billion ≈ $480.36K |
+15.17% |
| 2017-12-31 | GBX3.43 Billion ≈ $417.09K |
+20.53% |
| 2016-12-31 | GBX2.84 Billion ≈ $346.03K |
+111.92% |
| 2015-12-31 | GBX1.34 Billion ≈ $163.28K |
-56.30% |
| 2014-12-31 | GBX3.07 Billion ≈ $373.65K |
-41.58% |
| 2013-12-31 | GBX5.26 Billion ≈ $639.62K |
-11.30% |
| 2012-12-31 | GBX5.93 Billion ≈ $721.14K |
+5.84% |
| 2011-12-31 | GBX5.60 Billion ≈ $681.36K |
-3.76% |
| 2010-12-31 | GBX5.82 Billion ≈ $708.00K |
+36.76% |
| 2009-12-31 | GBX4.25 Billion ≈ $517.71K |
-2.68% |
| 2008-12-31 | GBX4.37 Billion ≈ $531.95K |
+29.27% |
| 2007-12-31 | GBX3.38 Billion ≈ $411.49K |
+105.97% |
| 2006-12-31 | GBX1.64 Billion ≈ $199.78K |
-32.76% |
| 2005-12-31 | GBX2.44 Billion ≈ $297.12K |
+5.81% |
| 2004-12-31 | GBX2.31 Billion ≈ $280.82K |
-15.98% |
| 2003-12-31 | GBX2.75 Billion ≈ $334.23K |
+12.12% |
| 2002-12-31 | GBX2.45 Billion ≈ $298.09K |
+59.51% |
| 2001-12-31 | GBX1.54 Billion ≈ $186.89K |
+18.34% |
| 2000-12-31 | GBX1.30 Billion ≈ $157.93K |
+34.23% |
| 1999-12-31 | GBX967.00 Million ≈ $117.66K |
+9.27% |
| 1998-12-31 | GBX885.00 Million ≈ $107.68K |
-32.49% |
| 1997-12-31 | GBX1.31 Billion ≈ $159.51K |
-40.05% |
| 1996-12-31 | GBX2.19 Billion ≈ $266.09K |
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Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Centrica PLC's total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have grown by 98.7% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (December 2025)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | GBX2.98 Billion | 96.50% |
| Common Stock | GBX313.00 Million | 10.15% |
| Total Equity | GBX3.08 Billion | 100.00% |
Centrica PLC Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Centrica PLC ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
Fima Corporation Bhd
KLSE:3107
|
$99.94 Million |
|
LOGISTRI FASTIGHETS AB
F:6DV
|
$99.98 Million |
|
51 CREDIT CARD DL-00001
F:2JY
|
$100.05 Million |
|
Poalim Ibi
TA:PIU
|
$100.08 Million |
|
EA Technique M Bhd
KLSE:5259
|
$99.89 Million |
|
Han Chang Pape
KO:009460
|
$99.88 Million |
|
OCK Group Bhd
KLSE:0172
|
$99.86 Million |
|
Jasa Armada Indonesia Tbk PT
JK:IPCM
|
$99.71 Million |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Centrica PLC's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2024 to 2025, total equity changed from 4,422,000,000 to 3,085,000,000, a change of -1,337,000,000 (-30.2%).
- Net loss of 72,000,000 reduced equity.
- Dividend payments of 237,000,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Share repurchases of 836,000,000 reduced equity.
- Other comprehensive income increased equity by 1,560,000,000.
- Other factors decreased equity by 1,752,000,000.
Equity Change Factors (2024 to 2025)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | GBX-72.00 Million | -2.33% |
| Dividends Paid | GBX237.00 Million | -7.68% |
| Share Repurchases | GBX836.00 Million | -27.1% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | GBX1.56 Billion | +50.57% |
| Other Changes | GBX-1.75 Billion | -56.79% |
| Total Change | GBX- | -30.24% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Centrica PLC's book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 281.75x
- The company is trading at a significant premium to its book value, suggesting the market values its earnings potential, brand, or other intangibles highly.
- The price-to-book ratio has decreased from 332.59x to 281.75x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996-12-31 | GBX0.55 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 1997-12-31 | GBX0.32 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 1998-12-31 | GBX0.22 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 1999-12-31 | GBX0.23 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2000-12-31 | GBX0.32 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2001-12-31 | GBX0.37 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2002-12-31 | GBX0.54 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2003-12-31 | GBX0.58 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2004-12-31 | GBX0.44 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2005-12-31 | GBX0.57 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2006-12-31 | GBX0.39 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2007-12-31 | GBX0.71 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2008-12-31 | GBX1.02 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2009-12-31 | GBX0.81 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2010-12-31 | GBX1.12 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2011-12-31 | GBX1.08 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2012-12-31 | GBX1.14 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2013-12-31 | GBX1.00 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2014-12-31 | GBX0.54 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2015-12-31 | GBX0.23 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2016-12-31 | GBX0.50 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2017-12-31 | GBX0.48 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2018-12-31 | GBX0.55 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2019-12-31 | GBX0.21 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | GBX0.16 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | GBX0.40 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | GBX0.17 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | GBX0.68 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2024-12-31 | GBX0.83 | GBX181.65 | x |
| 2025-12-31 | GBX0.64 | GBX181.65 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Centrica PLC utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): -2.33%
- The company may be facing challenges in efficiently utilizing shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: -0.37%
- • Asset Turnover: 1.26x
- • Equity Multiplier: 5.00x
- Recent ROE (-2.33%) is below the historical average (8.07%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | -48.47% | -13.05% | 1.71x | 2.17x | GBX-1.28 Billion |
| 1997 | -60.34% | -10.09% | 1.91x | 3.13x | GBX-922.10 Million |
| 1998 | 10.28% | 1.22% | 1.86x | 4.55x | GBX2.50 Million |
| 1999 | 18.82% | 2.52% | 1.54x | 4.86x | GBX85.30 Million |
| 2000 | 25.81% | 3.37% | 1.80x | 4.25x | GBX205.20 Million |
| 2001 | 21.50% | 2.56% | 1.75x | 4.79x | GBX172.80 Million |
| 2002 | 20.82% | 3.33% | 1.64x | 3.81x | GBX248.40 Million |
| 2003 | 19.76% | 2.79% | 2.09x | 3.39x | GBX247.00 Million |
| 2004 | 76.16% | 14.00% | 1.17x | 4.67x | GBX1.38 Billion |
| 2005 | 42.41% | 7.53% | 1.01x | 5.57x | GBX773.40 Million |
| 2006 | -9.78% | -0.94% | 1.48x | 6.99x | GBX-313.50 Million |
| 2007 | 45.29% | 9.25% | 1.37x | 3.57x | GBX1.17 Billion |
| 2008 | -3.18% | -0.66% | 1.13x | 4.28x | GBX-568.20 Million |
| 2009 | 20.13% | 3.84% | 1.13x | 4.64x | GBX424.80 Million |
| 2010 | 33.25% | 8.63% | 1.16x | 3.31x | GBX1.35 Billion |
| 2011 | 7.52% | 1.84% | 1.17x | 3.49x | GBX-139.00 Million |
| 2012 | 21.48% | 5.32% | 1.09x | 3.70x | GBX680.30 Million |
| 2013 | 18.30% | 3.58% | 1.13x | 4.52x | GBX430.80 Million |
| 2014 | -37.00% | -3.44% | 1.30x | 8.30x | GBX-1.29 Billion |
| 2015 | -63.41% | -2.67% | 1.48x | 16.01x | GBX-864.80 Million |
| 2016 | 62.72% | 6.17% | 1.24x | 8.21x | GBX1.41 Billion |
| 2017 | 12.34% | 1.19% | 1.36x | 7.66x | GBX63.10 Million |
| 2018 | 5.82% | 0.62% | 1.44x | 6.54x | GBX-131.50 Million |
| 2019 | -79.54% | -7.42% | 0.72x | 14.98x | GBX-1.09 Billion |
| 2020 | 4.28% | 0.33% | 0.72x | 17.89x | GBX-54.70 Million |
| 2021 | 24.78% | 3.97% | 0.54x | 11.45x | GBX349.50 Million |
| 2022 | -76.89% | -3.29% | 0.82x | 28.55x | GBX-883.70 Million |
| 2023 | 101.34% | 14.85% | 1.24x | 5.51x | GBX3.54 Billion |
| 2024 | 30.12% | 6.69% | 1.06x | 4.24x | GBX889.80 Million |
| 2025 | -2.33% | -0.37% | 1.26x | 5.00x | GBX-380.50 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Centrica PLC's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Utilities - Independent Power Producers
- Average net assets among peers: $86,171,123
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 22.15%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centrica PLC (CNA) | GBX3.50 Billion | -48.47% | 3.41x | $99.93 Million |
| Eneraqua Technologies PLC (ETP) | $2.28 Million | 40.03% | 4.11x | $76.80K |
| OPG Power Venture Plc (OPG) | $170.07 Million | 4.26% | 0.51x | $162.26K |
About Centrica PLC
Centrica plc operates as an integrated energy company in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Scandinavia, North America, and internationally. The company operates through British Gas Services & Solutions, British Gas Energy, Centrica Business Solutions, Bord Gáis Energy, Energy Marketing & Trading, and Upstream segments. It supplies gas and electricity to residential, commercial, industrial customers, a… Read more