Grafton Group plc (GFTU) - Net Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, Grafton Group plc (GFTU) has net assets worth GBX1.61 Billion GBX (≈ $195.85K USD) as of June 2025. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (GBX2.87 Billion ≈ $348.87K USD) and total liabilities (GBX1.26 Billion ≈ $153.01K 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 GFTU financial resilience to evaluate the company's liquid asset resilience ratio.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | GBX1.61 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 56.14% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 13.14% |
| 5-Year Change | 8.81% |
| 10-Year Change | 61.39% |
| Growth Volatility | 20.64 |
Grafton Group plc - Net Assets Trend (1985–2024)
This chart illustrates how Grafton Group plc's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Also explore GFTU total assets for the complete picture of this company's asset base.
Annual Net Assets for Grafton Group plc (1985–2024)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Grafton Group plc from 1985 to 2024. For live valuation and market cap data, see Grafton Group plc market cap and net worth.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | GBX1.60 Billion ≈ $194.21K |
-3.60% |
| 2023-12-31 | GBX1.66 Billion ≈ $201.46K |
-5.14% |
| 2022-12-31 | GBX1.75 Billion ≈ $212.39K |
+1.51% |
| 2021-12-31 | GBX1.72 Billion ≈ $209.23K |
+17.22% |
| 2020-12-31 | GBX1.47 Billion ≈ $178.49K |
+7.66% |
| 2019-12-31 | GBX1.36 Billion ≈ $165.80K |
+5.10% |
| 2018-12-31 | GBX1.30 Billion ≈ $157.75K |
+10.38% |
| 2017-12-31 | GBX1.17 Billion ≈ $142.91K |
+10.27% |
| 2016-12-31 | GBX1.07 Billion ≈ $129.60K |
+7.70% |
| 2015-12-31 | GBX989.02 Million ≈ $120.34K |
+9.13% |
| 2014-12-31 | GBX906.28 Million ≈ $110.27K |
+3.65% |
| 2013-12-31 | GBX874.35 Million ≈ $106.38K |
+6.64% |
| 2012-12-31 | GBX819.92 Million ≈ $99.76K |
-0.06% |
| 2011-12-31 | GBX820.45 Million ≈ $99.82K |
-3.86% |
| 2010-12-31 | GBX853.39 Million ≈ $103.83K |
+5.64% |
| 2009-12-31 | GBX807.86 Million ≈ $98.29K |
-2.19% |
| 2008-12-31 | GBX825.95 Million ≈ $100.49K |
+5.22% |
| 2007-12-31 | GBX784.96 Million ≈ $95.51K |
+14.88% |
| 2006-12-31 | GBX683.30 Million ≈ $83.14K |
+21.98% |
| 2005-12-31 | GBX560.17 Million ≈ $68.16K |
+59.95% |
| 2004-12-31 | GBX350.22 Million ≈ $42.61K |
+10.39% |
| 2003-12-31 | GBX317.26 Million ≈ $38.60K |
+51.25% |
| 2002-12-31 | GBX209.76 Million ≈ $25.52K |
+29.52% |
| 2001-12-31 | GBX161.95 Million ≈ $19.70K |
+18.96% |
| 2000-12-31 | GBX136.14 Million ≈ $16.56K |
+20.69% |
| 1999-12-31 | GBX112.80 Million ≈ $13.72K |
+14.19% |
| 1998-12-31 | GBX98.78 Million ≈ $12.02K |
+88.91% |
| 1997-12-31 | GBX52.29 Million ≈ $6.36K |
+1.91% |
| 1996-12-31 | GBX51.31 Million ≈ $6.24K |
+7.10% |
| 1995-12-31 | GBX47.91 Million ≈ $5.83K |
+55.60% |
| 1994-12-31 | GBX30.79 Million ≈ $3.75K |
+13.25% |
| 1993-12-31 | GBX27.19 Million ≈ $3.31K |
+2.67% |
| 1992-12-31 | GBX26.48 Million ≈ $3.22K |
+15.46% |
| 1991-12-31 | GBX22.93 Million ≈ $2.79K |
+5.91% |
| 1990-12-31 | GBX21.65 Million ≈ $2.63K |
+3.35% |
| 1989-12-31 | GBX20.95 Million ≈ $2.55K |
+63.27% |
| 1988-12-31 | GBX12.83 Million ≈ $1.56K |
-1.84% |
| 1987-12-31 | GBX13.07 Million ≈ $1.59K |
-1.21% |
| 1986-12-31 | GBX13.23 Million ≈ $1.61K |
+5.61% |
| 1985-12-31 | GBX12.53 Million ≈ $1.52K |
0.00% |
| 1985-09-30 | GBX12.53 Million ≈ $1.52K |
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Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Grafton Group 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 24055.9% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (December 2024)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | GBX1.31 Billion | 81.80% |
| Common Stock | GBX6.74 Million | 0.42% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | GBX63.56 Million | 3.98% |
| Other Components | GBX220.24 Million | 13.80% |
| Total Equity | GBX1.60 Billion | 100.00% |
Grafton Group plc Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Grafton Group plc ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
WindowMaster International AS
CO:WMA
|
$20.87 Million |
|
GSD Technologies Co. Ltd
TW:6641
|
$20.87 Million |
|
Euroholdings Ltd.
NASDAQ:EHLD
|
$20.87 Million |
|
Arch Biopartners Inc
V:ARCH
|
$20.88 Million |
|
S&K Polytec Co. Ltd
KQ:091340
|
$20.86 Million |
|
Vietnam Sun Corp
VN:VNS
|
$20.86 Million |
|
Lee Swee Kiat Group Bhd
KLSE:8079
|
$20.85 Million |
|
Hammer Metals Ltd
AU:HMX
|
$20.85 Million |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Grafton Group plc's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2023 to 2024, total equity changed from 1,655,801,000 to 1,596,201,000, a change of -59,600,000 (-3.6%).
- Net income of 122,013,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 73,190,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Share repurchases of 81,085,000 reduced equity.
- New share issuances of 283,000 increased equity.
- Other comprehensive income decreased equity by 32,655,000.
Equity Change Factors (2023 to 2024)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | GBX122.01 Million | +7.64% |
| Dividends Paid | GBX73.19 Million | -4.59% |
| Share Repurchases | GBX81.08 Million | -5.08% |
| Share Issuances | GBX283.00K | +0.02% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | GBX-32.66 Million | -2.05% |
| Other Changes | GBX5.03 Million | +0.32% |
| Total Change | GBX- | -3.60% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Grafton Group 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: 111.50x
- 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 16847.50x to 111.50x 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 | GBX0.05 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 1985-12-31 | GBX0.05 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 1987-12-31 | GBX0.05 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 1988-12-31 | GBX0.05 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 1989-12-31 | GBX0.09 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 1990-12-31 | GBX0.09 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 1991-12-31 | GBX0.12 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 1992-12-31 | GBX0.17 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 1993-12-31 | GBX0.17 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 1994-12-31 | GBX0.20 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 1995-12-31 | GBX0.30 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 1996-12-31 | GBX0.32 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 1997-12-31 | GBX0.33 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 1998-12-31 | GBX0.60 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 1999-12-31 | GBX0.66 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2000-12-31 | GBX0.77 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2001-12-31 | GBX0.91 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2002-12-31 | GBX1.17 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2003-12-31 | GBX1.51 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2004-12-31 | GBX1.61 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2005-12-31 | GBX2.32 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2006-12-31 | GBX2.81 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2007-12-31 | GBX3.24 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2008-12-31 | GBX3.58 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2009-12-31 | GBX3.49 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2010-12-31 | GBX3.67 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2011-12-31 | GBX3.52 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2012-12-31 | GBX3.52 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2013-12-31 | GBX3.73 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2014-12-31 | GBX3.83 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2015-12-31 | GBX4.19 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2016-12-31 | GBX4.49 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2017-12-31 | GBX4.95 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2018-12-31 | GBX5.44 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2019-12-31 | GBX5.71 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | GBX6.15 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | GBX7.17 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | GBX7.46 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | GBX7.74 | GBX887.80 | x |
| 2024-12-31 | GBX7.96 | GBX887.80 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Grafton Group 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): 7.64%
- The company has moderate efficiency in generating returns from equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 5.35%
- • Asset Turnover: 0.83x
- • Equity Multiplier: 1.72x
- Recent ROE (7.64%) is below the historical average (12.14%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 1.42% | 0.64% | 1.45x | 1.53x | GBX-1.08 Million |
| 1985 | 1.42% | 0.64% | 1.45x | 1.53x | GBX-1.08 Million |
| 1987 | 4.83% | 1.84% | 1.56x | 1.68x | GBX-676.42K |
| 1988 | 8.39% | 3.12% | 1.51x | 1.78x | GBX-206.75K |
| 1989 | 8.49% | 3.48% | 1.41x | 1.74x | GBX-316.24K |
| 1990 | 11.71% | 4.14% | 1.45x | 1.95x | GBX369.98K |
| 1991 | 8.33% | 2.83% | 1.45x | 2.04x | GBX-382.84K |
| 1992 | 8.73% | 3.01% | 1.34x | 2.16x | GBX-336.78K |
| 1993 | 9.05% | 3.11% | 1.30x | 2.25x | GBX-258.21K |
| 1994 | 16.02% | 4.72% | 1.41x | 2.41x | GBX1.85 Million |
| 1995 | 19.83% | 5.85% | 1.39x | 2.43x | GBX4.71 Million |
| 1996 | 23.63% | 6.84% | 1.42x | 2.43x | GBX6.99 Million |
| 1997 | 25.11% | 6.02% | 1.35x | 3.08x | GBX7.90 Million |
| 1998 | 17.34% | 5.67% | 1.15x | 2.67x | GBX7.25 Million |
| 1999 | 18.52% | 5.41% | 1.23x | 2.78x | GBX9.61 Million |
| 2000 | 21.20% | 5.53% | 1.31x | 2.92x | GBX15.24 Million |
| 2001 | 22.12% | 5.92% | 1.31x | 2.84x | GBX19.62 Million |
| 2002 | 21.17% | 5.92% | 1.27x | 2.82x | GBX23.44 Million |
| 2003 | 19.27% | 5.80% | 1.25x | 2.66x | GBX29.42 Million |
| 2004 | 25.40% | 6.72% | 1.33x | 2.84x | GBX53.95 Million |
| 2005 | 20.41% | 6.32% | 1.10x | 2.94x | GBX58.30 Million |
| 2006 | 21.39% | 7.39% | 1.18x | 2.45x | GBX77.81 Million |
| 2007 | 19.22% | 6.40% | 1.30x | 2.31x | GBX72.35 Million |
| 2008 | 6.64% | 2.16% | 1.24x | 2.47x | GBX-27.75 Million |
| 2009 | 1.47% | 0.68% | 0.95x | 2.29x | GBX-68.92 Million |
| 2010 | 6.46% | 3.19% | 0.99x | 2.04x | GBX-30.20 Million |
| 2011 | 0.26% | 0.12% | 1.07x | 1.96x | GBX-79.92 Million |
| 2012 | 4.13% | 1.89% | 1.09x | 2.00x | GBX-47.92 Million |
| 2013 | 7.14% | 3.27% | 1.15x | 1.90x | GBX-24.85 Million |
| 2014 | 8.87% | 3.85% | 1.23x | 1.88x | GBX-10.18 Million |
| 2015 | 9.86% | 4.39% | 1.18x | 1.90x | GBX-1.39 Million |
| 2016 | 8.79% | 3.72% | 1.24x | 1.90x | GBX-12.86 Million |
| 2017 | 10.87% | 4.70% | 1.24x | 1.86x | GBX10.26 Million |
| 2018 | 11.60% | 5.09% | 1.28x | 1.78x | GBX20.75 Million |
| 2019 | 8.75% | 4.46% | 0.93x | 2.11x | GBX-17.03 Million |
| 2020 | 7.33% | 4.29% | 0.84x | 2.03x | GBX-39.16 Million |
| 2021 | 12.03% | 9.80% | 0.71x | 1.72x | GBX34.89 Million |
| 2022 | 11.95% | 9.06% | 0.77x | 1.71x | GBX34.06 Million |
| 2023 | 8.98% | 6.41% | 0.83x | 1.69x | GBX-16.86 Million |
| 2024 | 7.64% | 5.35% | 0.83x | 1.72x | GBX-37.61 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Grafton Group plc's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Industrial Distribution industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Industrial Distribution
- Average net assets among peers: $761,748,598
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 3.44%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grafton Group plc (GFTU) | GBX1.61 Billion | 1.42% | 0.78x | $20.86 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 |
| Diploma PLC (DPLM) | $56.00 Million | 9.64% | 0.31x | $113.80 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 |
| 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 Grafton Group plc
Grafton Group plc distributes and sells building materials and construction related products in Ireland, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Finland, and Spain. It operates through three segments: Distribution, Retailing, and Manufacturing. The Distribution segment distributes building materials, paints, tools, ironmongery products, fixings, and accessories, workwear and PPE products, and spare … Read more