Diploma PLC (DPLM) - Net Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, Diploma PLC (DPLM) has net assets worth GBX994.20 Million GBX (≈ $120.97K USD) as of September 2025. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (GBX1.86 Billion ≈ $225.92K USD) and total liabilities (GBX862.60 Million ≈ $104.95K 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 Diploma PLC liquidity resilience to evaluate the company's liquid asset resilience ratio.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | GBX994.20 Million |
| % of Total Assets | 53.54% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 8.0% |
| 5-Year Change | 83.77% |
| 10-Year Change | 318.08% |
| Growth Volatility | 14.98 |
Diploma PLC - Net Assets Trend (1986–2025)
This chart illustrates how Diploma PLC's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Also explore Diploma PLC total assets for the complete picture of this company's asset base.
Annual Net Assets for Diploma PLC (1986–2025)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Diploma PLC from 1986 to 2025. For live valuation and market cap data, see Diploma PLC market cap and net worth.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-30 | GBX994.20 Million ≈ $120.97K |
+11.12% |
| 2024-09-30 | GBX894.70 Million ≈ $108.86K |
-0.81% |
| 2023-09-30 | GBX902.00 Million ≈ $109.75K |
+34.99% |
| 2022-09-30 | GBX668.20 Million ≈ $81.30K |
+23.51% |
| 2021-09-30 | GBX541.00 Million ≈ $65.82K |
+1.94% |
| 2020-09-30 | GBX530.70 Million ≈ $64.57K |
+63.49% |
| 2019-09-30 | GBX324.60 Million ≈ $39.49K |
+10.30% |
| 2018-09-30 | GBX294.30 Million ≈ $35.81K |
+10.31% |
| 2017-09-30 | GBX266.80 Million ≈ $32.46K |
+12.20% |
| 2016-09-30 | GBX237.80 Million ≈ $28.93K |
+22.07% |
| 2015-09-30 | GBX194.80 Million ≈ $23.70K |
+4.00% |
| 2014-09-30 | GBX187.30 Million ≈ $22.79K |
+5.05% |
| 2013-09-30 | GBX178.30 Million ≈ $21.69K |
+6.64% |
| 2012-09-30 | GBX167.20 Million ≈ $20.34K |
+10.07% |
| 2011-09-30 | GBX151.90 Million ≈ $18.48K |
+9.12% |
| 2010-09-30 | GBX139.20 Million ≈ $16.94K |
+12.17% |
| 2009-09-30 | GBX124.10 Million ≈ $15.10K |
+12.82% |
| 2008-09-30 | GBX110.00 Million ≈ $13.38K |
+18.92% |
| 2007-09-30 | GBX92.50 Million ≈ $11.25K |
-2.12% |
| 2006-09-30 | GBX94.50 Million ≈ $11.50K |
+22.57% |
| 2005-09-30 | GBX77.10 Million ≈ $9.38K |
+18.07% |
| 2004-09-30 | GBX65.30 Million ≈ $7.95K |
+13.17% |
| 2003-09-30 | GBX57.70 Million ≈ $7.02K |
+12.26% |
| 2002-09-30 | GBX51.40 Million ≈ $6.25K |
-8.21% |
| 2001-09-30 | GBX56.00 Million ≈ $6.81K |
+1.63% |
| 2000-09-30 | GBX55.10 Million ≈ $6.70K |
-43.25% |
| 1999-09-30 | GBX97.10 Million ≈ $11.81K |
+15.05% |
| 1998-09-30 | GBX84.40 Million ≈ $10.27K |
-4.74% |
| 1997-09-30 | GBX88.60 Million ≈ $10.78K |
+5.73% |
| 1996-09-30 | GBX83.80 Million ≈ $10.20K |
-7.61% |
| 1995-09-30 | GBX90.70 Million ≈ $11.04K |
+9.54% |
| 1994-09-30 | GBX82.80 Million ≈ $10.07K |
+10.70% |
| 1993-09-30 | GBX74.80 Million ≈ $9.10K |
+10.49% |
| 1992-09-30 | GBX67.70 Million ≈ $8.24K |
+0.30% |
| 1991-09-30 | GBX67.50 Million ≈ $8.21K |
+14.99% |
| 1990-09-30 | GBX58.70 Million ≈ $7.14K |
-4.24% |
| 1989-09-30 | GBX61.30 Million ≈ $7.46K |
0.00% |
| 1988-09-30 | GBX61.30 Million ≈ $7.46K |
+11.86% |
| 1987-09-30 | GBX54.80 Million ≈ $6.67K |
+10.93% |
| 1986-09-30 | GBX49.40 Million ≈ $6.01K |
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Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Diploma 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 58800000000.0% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (September 2025)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | GBX588.00 Million | 59.41% |
| Common Stock | GBX6.80 Million | 0.69% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | GBX-25.30 Million | -2.56% |
| Other Components | GBX420.20 Million | 42.46% |
| Total Equity | GBX989.70 Million | 100.00% |
Diploma PLC Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Diploma PLC ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
Dongwha Pharm.Co.Ltd
KO:000020
|
$113.83 Million |
|
Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc. Common Stock
NASDAQ:BAER
|
$113.86 Million |
|
Bcl Industries Limited
NSE:BCLIND
|
$113.93 Million |
|
ELEMENT 29 RESOURCES INC
F:2IK
|
$113.94 Million |
|
Celik Halat ve Tel Sanayi AS
IS:CELHA
|
$113.80 Million |
|
Calitech Co Ltd
TWO:6532
|
$113.73 Million |
|
Waldencast Acquisition Corp
NASDAQ:WALD
|
$113.64 Million |
|
Seer Inc
NASDAQ:SEER
|
$113.63 Million |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Diploma PLC's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2024 to 2025, total equity changed from 888,000,000 to 989,700,000, a change of 101,700,000 (11.5%).
- Net income of 184,900,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 80,700,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Share repurchases of 4,099,999 reduced equity.
- Other comprehensive income decreased equity by 8,100,000.
- Other factors increased equity by 13,799,999.
Equity Change Factors (2024 to 2025)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | GBX184.90 Million | +18.68% |
| Dividends Paid | GBX80.70 Million | -8.15% |
| Share Repurchases | GBX4.10 Million | -0.41% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | GBX-8.10 Million | -0.82% |
| Other Changes | GBX13.80 Million | +1.39% |
| Total Change | GBX- | 11.45% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Diploma 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: 949.02x
- 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 20995.41x to 949.02x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-09-30 | GBX0.33 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 1986-09-30 | GBX0.32 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 1987-09-30 | GBX0.36 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 1988-09-30 | GBX0.41 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 1989-09-30 | GBX0.44 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 1990-09-30 | GBX0.42 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 1991-09-30 | GBX0.48 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 1992-09-30 | GBX0.48 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 1993-09-30 | GBX0.53 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 1994-09-30 | GBX0.58 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 1995-09-30 | GBX0.64 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 1996-09-30 | GBX0.59 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 1997-09-30 | GBX0.62 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 1998-09-30 | GBX0.61 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 1999-09-30 | GBX0.75 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2000-09-30 | GBX0.43 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2001-09-30 | GBX0.44 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2002-09-30 | GBX0.44 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2003-09-30 | GBX0.50 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2004-09-30 | GBX0.57 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2005-09-30 | GBX0.67 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2006-09-30 | GBX0.83 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2007-09-30 | GBX0.81 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2008-09-30 | GBX0.96 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2009-09-30 | GBX1.08 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2010-09-30 | GBX1.21 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2011-09-30 | GBX1.35 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2012-09-30 | GBX1.48 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2013-09-30 | GBX1.57 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2014-09-30 | GBX1.63 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2015-09-30 | GBX1.68 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2016-09-30 | GBX2.07 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2017-09-30 | GBX2.32 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2018-09-30 | GBX2.57 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2019-09-30 | GBX2.84 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2020-09-30 | GBX4.65 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2021-09-30 | GBX4.30 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2022-09-30 | GBX5.30 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2023-09-30 | GBX6.88 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2024-09-30 | GBX6.60 | GBX6975.00 | x |
| 2025-09-30 | GBX7.35 | GBX6975.00 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Diploma 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): 18.68%
- The company demonstrates strong efficiency in generating profits from shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 12.13%
- • Asset Turnover: 0.82x
- • Equity Multiplier: 1.88x
- Recent ROE (18.68%) is above the historical average (16.55%), indicating improving capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 15.33% | 7.62% | 1.20x | 1.68x | GBX2.47 Million |
| 1987 | 17.99% | 8.34% | 1.33x | 1.62x | GBX4.13 Million |
| 1988 | 22.32% | 10.15% | 1.36x | 1.62x | GBX7.12 Million |
| 1989 | 20.53% | 9.07% | 1.43x | 1.59x | GBX6.41 Million |
| 1990 | 24.48% | 9.53% | 1.46x | 1.76x | GBX8.40 Million |
| 1991 | 20.83% | 9.87% | 1.39x | 1.52x | GBX7.28 Million |
| 1992 | 11.09% | 5.59% | 1.30x | 1.52x | GBX730.00K |
| 1993 | 18.48% | 8.61% | 1.38x | 1.55x | GBX6.24 Million |
| 1994 | 19.88% | 8.41% | 1.48x | 1.60x | GBX8.00 Million |
| 1995 | 19.78% | 8.19% | 1.54x | 1.56x | GBX8.75 Million |
| 1996 | 18.24% | 6.43% | 1.73x | 1.64x | GBX6.82 Million |
| 1997 | 16.01% | 5.40% | 1.87x | 1.59x | GBX5.22 Million |
| 1998 | 7.33% | 2.05% | 2.25x | 1.59x | GBX-2.19 Million |
| 1999 | 17.15% | 6.65% | 1.87x | 1.38x | GBX6.71 Million |
| 2000 | 7.69% | 4.38% | 1.25x | 1.40x | GBX-1.23 Million |
| 2001 | 9.71% | 6.21% | 1.18x | 1.32x | GBX-160.00K |
| 2002 | 14.15% | 9.52% | 1.09x | 1.36x | GBX2.11 Million |
| 2003 | 16.99% | 12.48% | 0.97x | 1.41x | GBX3.99 Million |
| 2004 | 18.59% | 11.84% | 1.10x | 1.43x | GBX5.50 Million |
| 2005 | 15.65% | 10.60% | 1.06x | 1.39x | GBX4.26 Million |
| 2006 | 25.51% | 18.49% | 1.04x | 1.33x | GBX14.41 Million |
| 2007 | 15.77% | 10.16% | 0.99x | 1.57x | GBX5.23 Million |
| 2008 | 11.84% | 8.19% | 0.99x | 1.46x | GBX1.99 Million |
| 2009 | 10.71% | 8.13% | 0.91x | 1.44x | GBX860.00K |
| 2010 | 15.80% | 11.72% | 0.93x | 1.45x | GBX7.89 Million |
| 2011 | 17.83% | 11.71% | 1.11x | 1.38x | GBX11.86 Million |
| 2012 | 18.88% | 12.03% | 1.15x | 1.37x | GBX14.72 Million |
| 2013 | 19.50% | 12.08% | 1.23x | 1.31x | GBX16.81 Million |
| 2014 | 19.25% | 11.61% | 1.24x | 1.33x | GBX17.06 Million |
| 2015 | 19.36% | 10.99% | 1.17x | 1.51x | GBX17.74 Million |
| 2016 | 16.40% | 10.01% | 1.12x | 1.47x | GBX14.95 Million |
| 2017 | 18.13% | 10.51% | 1.24x | 1.39x | GBX21.30 Million |
| 2018 | 18.48% | 11.09% | 1.20x | 1.39x | GBX24.68 Million |
| 2019 | 19.27% | 11.36% | 1.09x | 1.56x | GBX29.77 Million |
| 2020 | 9.35% | 9.16% | 0.77x | 1.33x | GBX-3.40 Million |
| 2021 | 13.02% | 8.86% | 0.79x | 1.85x | GBX16.17 Million |
| 2022 | 14.31% | 9.35% | 0.73x | 2.10x | GBX28.50 Million |
| 2023 | 13.14% | 9.81% | 0.76x | 1.77x | GBX28.14 Million |
| 2024 | 14.56% | 9.48% | 0.77x | 2.00x | GBX40.50 Million |
| 2025 | 18.68% | 12.13% | 0.82x | 1.88x | GBX85.93 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Diploma PLC's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Industrial Distribution industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Industrial Distribution
- Average net assets among peers: $756,918,641
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 2.52%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma PLC (DPLM) | GBX994.20 Million | 15.33% | 0.87x | $113.80 Million |
| Braime Group PLC (BMT) | $5.26 Million | 17.95% | 0.89x | $122.64K |
| Brickability Group Plc (BRCK) | $8.13 Million | -3.62% | 12.69x | $1.88 Million |
| Ferguson Plc (FERG) | $5.64 Billion | -34.75% | 1.68x | $475.41 Million |
| Flowtech Fluidpower plc (FLO) | $88.00 Million | 2.43% | 0.58x | $448.85K |
| Grafton Group plc (GFTU) | $12.53 Million | 1.42% | 0.53x | $20.86 Million |
| Lords Grp Trading Plc (LORD) | $50.75 Million | 9.37% | 2.40x | $346.36K |
| RS GROUP PLC (RS1) | $171.10 Million | 28.11% | 0.69x | $34.54 Million |
| SIG plc (SHI) | $831.80 Million | -5.48% | 1.16x | $1.10 Million |
| H C Slingsby PLC (SLNG) | $4.40 Million | 7.28% | 2.47x | $613.03 |
About Diploma PLC
Diploma PLC, together with its subsidiaries, supplies specialized technical products and services in the United Kingdom, Europe, North America, and internationally. It operates through three business sectors: Controls, Seals, and Life Sciences. The Controls sector offers wire and cabling, interconnect, specialty fasteners, specialty adhesive and industrial automation solutions for various applica… Read more