IQE PLC (IQE) - Net Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, IQE PLC (IQE) has net assets worth GBX106.06 Million GBX (≈ $12.90K USD) as of June 2025. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (GBX228.26 Million ≈ $27.77K USD) and total liabilities (GBX122.20 Million ≈ $14.87K 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 how resilient are IQE PLC's assets to evaluate the company's liquid asset resilience ratio.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | GBX106.06 Million |
| % of Total Assets | 46.46% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 22.89% |
| 5-Year Change | -48.51% |
| 10-Year Change | -8.79% |
| Growth Volatility | 621.19 |
IQE PLC - Net Assets Trend (1998–2024)
This chart illustrates how IQE PLC's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Also explore IQE total assets for the complete picture of this company's asset base.
Annual Net Assets for IQE PLC (1998–2024)
The table below shows the annual net assets of IQE PLC from 1998 to 2024. For live valuation and market cap data, see IQE PLC market capitalisation.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | GBX134.11 Million ≈ $16.32K |
-21.01% |
| 2023-12-31 | GBX169.78 Million ≈ $20.66K |
-3.04% |
| 2022-12-31 | GBX175.10 Million ≈ $21.30K |
-25.37% |
| 2021-12-31 | GBX234.62 Million ≈ $28.55K |
-9.91% |
| 2020-12-31 | GBX260.44 Million ≈ $31.69K |
-3.70% |
| 2019-12-31 | GBX270.44 Million ≈ $32.91K |
-12.56% |
| 2018-12-31 | GBX309.28 Million ≈ $37.63K |
+6.35% |
| 2017-12-31 | GBX290.81 Million ≈ $35.38K |
+49.56% |
| 2016-12-31 | GBX194.44 Million ≈ $23.66K |
+32.24% |
| 2015-12-31 | GBX147.03 Million ≈ $17.89K |
+21.34% |
| 2014-12-31 | GBX121.17 Million ≈ $14.74K |
+7.95% |
| 2013-12-31 | GBX112.25 Million ≈ $13.66K |
+24.45% |
| 2012-12-31 | GBX90.20 Million ≈ $10.97K |
+23.98% |
| 2011-12-31 | GBX72.75 Million ≈ $8.85K |
+16.82% |
| 2010-12-31 | GBX62.27 Million ≈ $7.58K |
+108.71% |
| 2009-12-31 | GBX29.84 Million ≈ $3.63K |
-1.26% |
| 2008-12-31 | GBX30.22 Million ≈ $3.68K |
+31.61% |
| 2007-12-31 | GBX22.96 Million ≈ $2.79K |
-3.69% |
| 2006-12-31 | GBX23.84 Million ≈ $2.90K |
+93.48% |
| 2005-12-31 | GBX12.32 Million ≈ $1.50K |
-22.46% |
| 2004-12-31 | GBX15.89 Million ≈ $1.93K |
-38.98% |
| 2003-12-31 | GBX26.04 Million ≈ $3.17K |
+18.72% |
| 2002-12-31 | GBX21.94 Million ≈ $2.67K |
-84.06% |
| 2001-12-31 | GBX137.61 Million ≈ $16.74K |
+17.02% |
| 2000-12-31 | GBX117.60 Million ≈ $14.31K |
+461.32% |
| 1999-12-31 | GBX20.95 Million ≈ $2.55K |
+3220.13% |
| 1998-12-31 | GBX631.00K ≈ $76.77 |
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Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to IQE 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 decreased by 19608.9% over the analyzed period, potentially due to dividend distributions or operating losses.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (December 2024)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Common Stock | GBX9.67 Million | 7.21% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | GBX54.11 Million | 40.35% |
| Other Components | GBX155.97 Million | 116.30% |
| Total Equity | GBX134.11 Million | 100.00% |
IQE PLC Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of IQE PLC ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
Wyncoast Industrial Park Public Company Limited
BK:WIN
|
$4.90 Million |
|
Hapbee Technologies Inc
V:HAPB
|
$4.90 Million |
|
Absolicon Solar Collector AB Series B
ST:ABSL-B
|
$4.90 Million |
|
China Natural Resources Inc
NASDAQ:CHNR
|
$4.90 Million |
|
Quest PharmaTech Inc
V:QPT
|
$4.89 Million |
|
Conferize A/S
CO:CONFRZ
|
$4.89 Million |
|
Cerillion PLC
LSE:CER
|
$4.89 Million |
|
Samchai Steel Industries Public Company Limited
BK:SAM
|
$4.89 Million |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in IQE PLC's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2023 to 2024, total equity changed from 169,785,000 to 134,110,000, a change of -35,675,000 (-21.0%).
- Net loss of 38,178,000 reduced equity.
- New share issuances of 185,000 increased equity.
- Other comprehensive income increased equity by 2,318,000.
Equity Change Factors (2023 to 2024)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | GBX-38.18 Million | -28.47% |
| Share Issuances | GBX185.00K | +0.14% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | GBX2.32 Million | +1.73% |
| Total Change | GBX- | -21.01% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares IQE 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: 300.27x
- 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 7413.52x to 300.27x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-12-31 | GBX0.01 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 1999-12-31 | GBX0.15 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2000-12-31 | GBX0.77 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2001-12-31 | GBX0.83 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2002-12-31 | GBX0.12 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2003-12-31 | GBX0.13 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2004-12-31 | GBX0.05 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2005-12-31 | GBX0.04 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2006-12-31 | GBX0.07 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2007-12-31 | GBX0.05 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2008-12-31 | GBX0.07 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2009-12-31 | GBX0.06 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2010-12-31 | GBX0.12 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2011-12-31 | GBX0.13 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2012-12-31 | GBX0.15 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2013-12-31 | GBX0.16 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2014-12-31 | GBX0.18 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2015-12-31 | GBX0.21 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2016-12-31 | GBX0.27 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2017-12-31 | GBX0.39 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2018-12-31 | GBX0.38 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2019-12-31 | GBX0.33 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | GBX0.32 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | GBX0.29 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | GBX0.22 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | GBX0.19 | GBX41.15 | x |
| 2024-12-31 | GBX0.14 | GBX41.15 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently IQE 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): -28.47%
- The company may be facing challenges in efficiently utilizing shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: -32.34%
- • Asset Turnover: 0.48x
- • Equity Multiplier: 1.84x
- Recent ROE (-28.47%) is below the historical average (-24.54%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 87.48% | 3.48% | 1.49x | 16.82x | GBX488.90K |
| 1999 | 4.02% | 4.42% | 0.64x | 1.43x | GBX-1.25 Million |
| 2000 | 1.54% | 6.01% | 0.21x | 1.21x | GBX-9.95 Million |
| 2001 | -4.05% | -13.27% | 0.26x | 1.16x | GBX-19.34 Million |
| 2002 | -533.45% | -509.66% | 0.57x | 1.84x | GBX-119.21 Million |
| 2003 | -52.38% | -72.74% | 0.48x | 1.50x | GBX-16.24 Million |
| 2004 | -63.58% | -65.85% | 0.61x | 1.58x | GBX-11.69 Million |
| 2005 | -34.83% | -20.55% | 0.92x | 1.85x | GBX-5.52 Million |
| 2006 | -16.74% | -12.31% | 0.77x | 1.76x | GBX-6.37 Million |
| 2007 | -3.75% | -1.72% | 1.05x | 2.07x | GBX-3.16 Million |
| 2008 | -4.58% | -2.29% | 0.96x | 2.09x | GBX-4.41 Million |
| 2009 | 6.90% | 3.91% | 0.77x | 2.28x | GBX-925.70K |
| 2010 | 12.05% | 10.33% | 0.76x | 1.54x | GBX1.28 Million |
| 2011 | 11.61% | 11.21% | 0.72x | 1.44x | GBX1.17 Million |
| 2012 | 7.35% | 7.54% | 0.50x | 1.94x | GBX-2.39 Million |
| 2013 | 5.39% | 4.70% | 0.61x | 1.88x | GBX-5.09 Million |
| 2014 | 1.37% | 1.46% | 0.54x | 1.76x | GBX-10.27 Million |
| 2015 | 13.74% | 17.42% | 0.51x | 1.54x | GBX5.40 Million |
| 2016 | 10.08% | 14.53% | 0.47x | 1.46x | GBX147.30K |
| 2017 | 5.00% | 9.31% | 0.46x | 1.17x | GBX-14.37 Million |
| 2018 | 0.32% | 0.62% | 0.43x | 1.18x | GBX-29.61 Million |
| 2019 | -13.18% | -25.09% | 0.38x | 1.40x | GBX-61.79 Million |
| 2020 | -1.26% | -1.84% | 0.48x | 1.43x | GBX-29.31 Million |
| 2021 | -13.21% | -20.12% | 0.44x | 1.50x | GBX-54.46 Million |
| 2022 | -42.55% | -44.48% | 0.57x | 1.69x | GBX-92.01 Million |
| 2023 | -17.30% | -25.49% | 0.42x | 1.61x | GBX-46.36 Million |
| 2024 | -28.47% | -32.34% | 0.48x | 1.84x | GBX-51.59 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares IQE PLC's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Semiconductor Equipment & Materials industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Semiconductor Equipment & Materials
- Average net assets among peers: $-17,011,000
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 0.00%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IQE PLC (IQE) | GBX106.06 Million | 87.48% | 1.15x | $4.89 Million |
| Nanoco Group plc (NANO) | $-17.01 Million | 0.00% | 0.00x | $118.20K |
About IQE PLC
IQE plc, together with its subsidiaries, develops, manufactures, and sells advanced semiconductor materials. It operates through three segments: Wireless, Photonics, and CMOS++. The company manufactures and sells compound semiconductor materials for the wireless market which includes radio frequency devices for wireless communications, as well as for photonics market, that includes applications t… Read more