Capricorn Energy PLC (CNE) - Net Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, Capricorn Energy PLC (CNE) has net assets worth GBX373.44 Million GBX (≈ $45.44K USD) as of December 2025. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (GBX513.19 Million ≈ $62.44K USD) and total liabilities (GBX139.75 Million ≈ $17.00K 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 CNE tangible net assets ratio to evaluate the tangible quality of the company's equity base.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | GBX373.44 Million |
| % of Total Assets | 72.77% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 9.41% |
| 5-Year Change | -79.24% |
| 10-Year Change | -82.95% |
| Growth Volatility | 80.6 |
Capricorn Energy PLC - Net Assets Trend (1987–2025)
This chart illustrates how Capricorn Energy PLC's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. See CNE defensive asset coverage days to measure how many days the company can operate on defensive assets alone.
Annual Net Assets for Capricorn Energy PLC (1987–2025)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Capricorn Energy PLC from 1987 to 2025. For live valuation and market cap data, see CNE stock market capitalisation.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | GBX373.44 Million ≈ $45.44K |
+6.91% |
| 2024-12-31 | GBX349.30 Million ≈ $42.50K |
-14.07% |
| 2023-12-31 | GBX406.50 Million ≈ $49.46K |
-65.78% |
| 2022-12-31 | GBX1.19 Billion ≈ $144.53K |
-33.95% |
| 2021-12-31 | GBX1.80 Billion ≈ $218.84K |
+59.79% |
| 2020-12-31 | GBX1.13 Billion ≈ $136.95K |
-22.67% |
| 2019-12-31 | GBX1.46 Billion ≈ $177.09K |
+4.70% |
| 2018-12-31 | GBX1.39 Billion ≈ $169.13K |
-44.27% |
| 2017-12-31 | GBX2.49 Billion ≈ $303.51K |
+13.91% |
| 2016-12-31 | GBX2.19 Billion ≈ $266.45K |
+4.31% |
| 2015-12-31 | GBX2.10 Billion ≈ $255.44K |
-21.17% |
| 2014-12-31 | GBX2.66 Billion ≈ $324.02K |
-16.46% |
| 2013-12-31 | GBX3.19 Billion ≈ $387.86K |
-12.46% |
| 2012-12-31 | GBX3.64 Billion ≈ $443.09K |
-47.17% |
| 2011-12-31 | GBX6.89 Billion ≈ $838.72K |
+79.59% |
| 2010-12-31 | GBX3.84 Billion ≈ $467.02K |
+43.38% |
| 2009-12-31 | GBX2.68 Billion ≈ $325.71K |
+17.48% |
| 2008-12-31 | GBX2.28 Billion ≈ $277.25K |
+28.75% |
| 2007-12-31 | GBX1.77 Billion ≈ $215.33K |
+160.74% |
| 2006-12-31 | GBX678.76 Million ≈ $82.59K |
-10.41% |
| 2005-12-31 | GBX757.60 Million ≈ $92.18K |
-44.46% |
| 2004-12-31 | GBX1.36 Billion ≈ $165.97K |
+126.16% |
| 2003-12-31 | GBX603.17 Million ≈ $73.39K |
+14.58% |
| 2002-12-31 | GBX526.43 Million ≈ $64.05K |
+11.00% |
| 2001-12-31 | GBX474.25 Million ≈ $57.70K |
+6.81% |
| 2000-12-31 | GBX444.02 Million ≈ $54.02K |
+10.22% |
| 1999-12-31 | GBX402.84 Million ≈ $49.01K |
-5.77% |
| 1998-12-31 | GBX427.52 Million ≈ $52.02K |
-22.46% |
| 1997-12-31 | GBX551.39 Million ≈ $67.09K |
+1.14% |
| 1996-12-31 | GBX545.19 Million ≈ $66.33K |
+404.12% |
| 1995-12-31 | GBX108.15 Million ≈ $13.16K |
+66.84% |
| 1994-12-31 | GBX64.82 Million ≈ $7.89K |
-5.66% |
| 1993-12-31 | GBX68.71 Million ≈ $8.36K |
+58.50% |
| 1992-12-31 | GBX43.35 Million ≈ $5.27K |
+21.29% |
| 1991-12-31 | GBX35.74 Million ≈ $4.35K |
-59.32% |
| 1990-12-31 | GBX87.86 Million ≈ $10.69K |
+69.46% |
| 1989-12-31 | GBX51.85 Million ≈ $6.31K |
+67.57% |
| 1988-12-31 | GBX30.94 Million ≈ $3.76K |
+160.57% |
| 1988-06-30 | GBX11.87 Million ≈ $1.44K |
+1.48% |
| 1987-06-30 | GBX11.70 Million ≈ $1.42K |
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Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Capricorn Energy 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 40914899700.0% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (December 2025)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | GBX409.15 Million | 109.56% |
| Common Stock | GBX7.30 Million | 1.96% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | GBX-36.31 Million | -9.72% |
| Total Equity | GBX373.44 Million | 100.00% |
Capricorn Energy PLC Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Capricorn Energy PLC ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
Pheton Holdings Ltd Class A Ordinary Shares
NASDAQ:PTHL
|
$2.64 Million |
|
Agape ATP Corporation Common Stock
NASDAQ:ATPC
|
$2.64 Million |
|
Vaxtex Cotfab Limited
NSE:VCL
|
$2.64 Million |
|
Engineer Gold Mines Ltd
V:EAU
|
$2.64 Million |
|
LETUS CAPITAL ZY 1
F:7I4
|
$2.64 Million |
|
City Of London Investment Group
LSE:CLIG
|
$2.64 Million |
|
Andrews Sykes Group plc
LSE:ASY
|
$2.64 Million |
|
Enorama Pharma AB
ST:ERMA
|
$2.63 Million |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Capricorn Energy PLC's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2024 to 2025, total equity changed from 349,300,000 to 373,435,992, a change of 24,135,992 (6.9%).
- Net income of 19,398,624 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Other comprehensive income increased equity by 11,486,776.
- Other factors decreased equity by 6,749,408.
Equity Change Factors (2024 to 2025)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | GBX19.40 Million | +5.19% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | GBX11.49 Million | +3.08% |
| Other Changes | GBX-6.75 Million | -1.81% |
| Total Change | GBX- | 6.91% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Capricorn Energy 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: 60.67x
- 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 16807.64x to 60.67x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986-06-30 | GBX0.02 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 1987-06-30 | GBX0.10 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 1988-06-30 | GBX0.10 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 1988-12-31 | GBX0.19 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 1989-12-31 | GBX0.19 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 1990-12-31 | GBX0.23 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 1991-12-31 | GBX0.81 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 1992-12-31 | GBX0.82 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 1993-12-31 | GBX0.50 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 1994-12-31 | GBX0.55 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 1995-12-31 | GBX0.78 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 1996-12-31 | GBX3.34 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 1997-12-31 | GBX2.04 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 1998-12-31 | GBX1.60 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 1999-12-31 | GBX1.52 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2000-12-31 | GBX1.93 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2001-12-31 | GBX2.07 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2002-12-31 | GBX2.30 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2003-12-31 | GBX2.61 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2004-12-31 | GBX5.69 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2005-12-31 | GBX3.05 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2006-12-31 | GBX2.74 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2007-12-31 | GBX6.28 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2008-12-31 | GBX0.78 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2009-12-31 | GBX9.17 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2010-12-31 | GBX14.48 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2011-12-31 | GBX35.36 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2012-12-31 | GBX13.97 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2013-12-31 | GBX25.61 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2014-12-31 | GBX22.26 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2015-12-31 | GBX17.61 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2016-12-31 | GBX18.29 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2017-12-31 | GBX20.22 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2018-12-31 | GBX11.47 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2019-12-31 | GBX11.86 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | GBX9.25 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | GBX14.33 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | GBX9.99 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | GBX4.02 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2024-12-31 | GBX4.46 | GBX316.00 | x |
| 2025-12-31 | GBX5.21 | GBX316.00 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Capricorn Energy 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): 5.19%
- The company has moderate efficiency in generating returns from equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 14.08%
- • Asset Turnover: 0.27x
- • Equity Multiplier: 1.37x
- Recent ROE (5.19%) is above the historical average (-0.06%), indicating improving capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 1.68% | 62.24% | 0.03x | 1.01x | GBX-973.88K |
| 1988 | 1.30% | 59.21% | 0.02x | 1.11x | GBX-1.03 Million |
| 1988 | -0.19% | -22.60% | 0.01x | 1.14x | GBX-3.15 Million |
| 1989 | 3.78% | 34.77% | 0.07x | 1.63x | GBX-3.22 Million |
| 1990 | -0.73% | -3.36% | 0.16x | 1.33x | GBX-9.43 Million |
| 1991 | -144.68% | -224.80% | 0.34x | 1.91x | GBX-55.29 Million |
| 1992 | 3.07% | 6.53% | 0.26x | 1.78x | GBX-2.93 Million |
| 1993 | 5.71% | 11.40% | 0.29x | 1.74x | GBX-2.31 Million |
| 1994 | 12.28% | 32.67% | 0.27x | 1.38x | GBX1.48 Million |
| 1995 | 12.77% | 40.87% | 0.19x | 1.68x | GBX2.98 Million |
| 1996 | 1.02% | 8.90% | 0.10x | 1.18x | GBX-48.96 Million |
| 1997 | 2.32% | 13.29% | 0.15x | 1.17x | GBX-42.33 Million |
| 1998 | -29.05% | -182.32% | 0.12x | 1.38x | GBX-166.95 Million |
| 1999 | 6.53% | 21.16% | 0.25x | 1.23x | GBX-13.99 Million |
| 2000 | 13.99% | 35.82% | 0.32x | 1.21x | GBX17.71 Million |
| 2001 | 9.11% | 27.69% | 0.22x | 1.48x | GBX-4.20 Million |
| 2002 | 8.10% | 24.10% | 0.23x | 1.47x | GBX-9.98 Million |
| 2003 | 13.69% | 29.67% | 0.33x | 1.39x | GBX22.23 Million |
| 2004 | -1.15% | -9.25% | 0.08x | 1.49x | GBX-152.09 Million |
| 2005 | 10.44% | 30.12% | 0.26x | 1.34x | GBX3.31 Million |
| 2006 | -14.31% | -33.92% | 0.15x | 2.82x | GBX-165.00 Million |
| 2007 | 115.11% | 536.36% | 0.12x | 1.77x | GBX1.41 Billion |
| 2008 | 21.79% | 116.54% | 0.08x | 2.26x | GBX188.69 Million |
| 2009 | 0.97% | 11.18% | 0.04x | 1.97x | GBX-176.31 Million |
| 2010 | 28.26% | 0.00% | 0.00x | 1.88x | GBX513.23 Million |
| 2011 | 59.49% | 0.00% | 0.00x | 1.07x | GBX3.41 Billion |
| 2012 | 1.99% | 0.00% | 0.00x | 1.19x | GBX-291.57 Million |
| 2013 | -17.44% | 0.00% | 0.00x | 1.13x | GBX-874.68 Million |
| 2014 | -14.31% | 0.00% | 0.00x | 1.13x | GBX-647.41 Million |
| 2015 | -24.55% | 0.00% | 0.00x | 1.10x | GBX-725.44 Million |
| 2016 | -4.34% | 0.00% | 0.00x | 1.12x | GBX-313.99 Million |
| 2017 | 8.73% | 654.05% | 0.01x | 1.31x | GBX-31.65 Million |
| 2018 | -81.68% | -276.75% | 0.20x | 1.44x | GBX-1.27 Billion |
| 2019 | 6.43% | 17.55% | 0.26x | 1.44x | GBX-51.95 Million |
| 2020 | -34.99% | -98450.00% | 0.00x | 1.45x | GBX-506.36 Million |
| 2021 | 49.73% | 1566.55% | 0.03x | 1.25x | GBX714.64 Million |
| 2022 | -5.98% | -29.22% | 0.15x | 1.36x | GBX-179.26 Million |
| 2023 | -35.42% | -56.45% | 0.38x | 1.64x | GBX-184.65 Million |
| 2024 | 3.03% | 5.96% | 0.29x | 1.77x | GBX-24.33 Million |
| 2025 | 5.19% | 14.08% | 0.27x | 1.37x | GBX-17.94 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Capricorn Energy PLC's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Oil & Gas E&P industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Oil & Gas E&P
- Average net assets among peers: $72,118,969
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: -10.52%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capricorn Energy PLC (CNE) | GBX373.44 Million | 1.68% | 0.37x | $2.64 Million |
| Afentra PLC (AET) | $65.78 Million | -2.61% | 0.02x | $1.71 Million |
| Aminex PLC (AEX) | $92.44 Million | -5.77% | 0.16x | $1.40 Million |
| Angus Energy PLC (ANGS) | $11.27 Million | -22.32% | 0.52x | $129.12K |
| Ascent Resources plc (AST) | $25.11 Million | -14.28% | 0.35x | $37.97K |
| Block Energy PLC (BLOE) | $-45.52K | 0.00% | 0.00x | $114.32K |
| Borders & Southern Petroleum plc (BOR) | $293.54 Million | -0.35% | 0.00x | $1.49 Million |
| Cadogan Petroleum plc (CAD) | $177.30 Million | -8.27% | 0.03x | $114.58K |
| Challenger Energy Group PLC (CEG) | $8.35 Million | -23.27% | 0.06x | $331.01K |
| Chariot Oil & Gas Limited (CHAR) | $45.73 Million | -6.26% | 0.22x | $572.15K |
| Clontarf Energy Plc (CLON) | $1.71 Million | -22.11% | 0.16x | $18.44K |
About Capricorn Energy PLC
Capricorn Energy PLC, an independent energy company, engages in the exploration, development, production, and sale of oil and gas worldwide. The company operates in two segments: Egypt and Mexico. It holds a portfolio of onshore development and production assets in the Egyptian Western Desert. The company was formerly known as Cairn Energy PLC and changed its name to Capricorn Energy PLC in Decem… Read more