LMS Capital Plc (LMS) - Net Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, LMS Capital Plc (LMS) has net assets worth GBX31.31 Million GBX (≈ $3.81K USD) as of June 2025. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (GBX32.54 Million ≈ $3.96K USD) and total liabilities (GBX1.22 Million ≈ $148.80 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 LMS asset liquidity ratio to evaluate the company's liquid asset resilience ratio.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | GBX31.31 Million |
| % of Total Assets | 96.24% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 4.94% |
| 5-Year Change | -24.56% |
| 10-Year Change | -61.98% |
| Growth Volatility | 399.4 |
LMS Capital Plc - Net Assets Trend (2005–2024)
This chart illustrates how LMS Capital Plc's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Also explore LMS Capital Plc asset portfolio for the complete picture of this company's asset base.
Annual Net Assets for LMS Capital Plc (2005–2024)
The table below shows the annual net assets of LMS Capital Plc from 2005 to 2024. For live valuation and market cap data, see LMS Capital Plc stock valuation.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | GBX36.16 Million ≈ $4.40K |
-14.20% |
| 2023-12-31 | GBX42.14 Million ≈ $5.13K |
-9.45% |
| 2022-12-31 | GBX46.54 Million ≈ $5.66K |
-5.23% |
| 2021-12-31 | GBX49.11 Million ≈ $5.98K |
+2.47% |
| 2020-12-31 | GBX47.92 Million ≈ $5.83K |
-14.36% |
| 2019-12-31 | GBX55.96 Million ≈ $6.81K |
-7.16% |
| 2018-12-31 | GBX60.27 Million ≈ $7.33K |
-6.53% |
| 2017-12-31 | GBX64.49 Million ≈ $7.85K |
-5.33% |
| 2016-12-31 | GBX68.12 Million ≈ $8.29K |
-28.37% |
| 2015-12-31 | GBX95.09 Million ≈ $11.57K |
-29.62% |
| 2014-12-31 | GBX135.11 Million ≈ $16.44K |
-18.24% |
| 2013-12-31 | GBX165.25 Million ≈ $20.11K |
-10.95% |
| 2012-12-31 | GBX185.57 Million ≈ $22.58K |
-22.80% |
| 2011-12-31 | GBX240.39 Million ≈ $29.25K |
+0.65% |
| 2010-12-31 | GBX238.83 Million ≈ $29.06K |
+5.86% |
| 2009-12-31 | GBX225.62 Million ≈ $27.45K |
-6.41% |
| 2008-12-31 | GBX241.08 Million ≈ $29.33K |
-5.25% |
| 2007-12-31 | GBX254.45 Million ≈ $30.96K |
+1.39% |
| 2006-12-31 | GBX250.95 Million ≈ $30.53K |
-6.35% |
| 2006-03-31 | GBX267.95 Million ≈ $32.60K |
+1822.59% |
| 2005-03-31 | GBX13.94 Million ≈ $1.70K |
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Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to LMS Capital 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 8910200000.0% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (December 2024)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | GBX2.30 Million | 6.37% |
| Common Stock | GBX8.07 Million | 22.33% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | GBX25.27 Million | 69.90% |
| Other Components | GBX508.00K | 1.41% |
| Total Equity | GBX36.16 Million | 100.00% |
LMS Capital Plc Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of LMS Capital Plc ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
Fulcrum Metals PLC
LSE:FMET
|
$156.88K |
|
Cloudbreak Discovery PLC
LSE:CDL
|
$157.65K |
|
MOBILITYONE LTD LS -025
F:31M
|
$158.28K |
|
Rua Life Sciences PLC
LSE:RUA
|
$158.57K |
|
I.Ceram SA
PA:ALICR
|
$155.73K |
|
TOOSLA SA EO-08125
F:W6Q
|
$152.49K |
|
Meyer Burger Tech AG
SW:MBTN
|
$151.86K |
|
Frontier IP Group Plc
LSE:FIPP
|
$151.85K |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in LMS Capital Plc's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2023 to 2024, total equity changed from 42,141,000 to 36,155,000, a change of -5,986,000 (-14.2%).
- Net loss of 5,354,000 reduced equity.
- Dividend payments of 747,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Other comprehensive income increased equity by 115,000.
Equity Change Factors (2023 to 2024)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | GBX-5.35 Million | -14.81% |
| Dividends Paid | GBX747.00K | -2.07% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | GBX115.00K | +0.32% |
| Total Change | GBX- | -14.20% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares LMS Capital 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: 35.61x
- The company is trading at a significant premium to its book value, suggesting the market values its earnings potential, brand, or other intangibles highly.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005-03-31 | GBX-0.01 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2006-03-31 | GBX0.76 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2006-12-31 | GBX0.81 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2007-12-31 | GBX0.87 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2008-12-31 | GBX0.86 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2009-12-31 | GBX0.82 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2010-12-31 | GBX0.85 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2011-12-31 | GBX0.86 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2012-12-31 | GBX0.67 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2013-12-31 | GBX0.79 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2014-12-31 | GBX0.83 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2015-12-31 | GBX0.66 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2016-12-31 | GBX0.67 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2017-12-31 | GBX0.71 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2018-12-31 | GBX0.75 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2019-12-31 | GBX0.69 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | GBX0.59 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | GBX0.61 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | GBX0.58 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | GBX0.52 | GBX15.95 | x |
| 2024-12-31 | GBX0.45 | GBX15.95 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently LMS Capital 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): -14.81%
- The company may be facing challenges in efficiently utilizing shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 0.00%
- • Asset Turnover: -0.08x
- • Equity Multiplier: 1.04x
- Recent ROE (-14.81%) is below the historical average (-3.55%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 0.00% | 20.52% | 0.06x | 0.00x | GBX3.50 Million |
| 2006 | -1.28% | -199.38% | 0.01x | 1.08x | GBX-28.32 Million |
| 2006 | -8.86% | -26.62% | 0.27x | 1.24x | GBX-46.52 Million |
| 2007 | -0.21% | -3.40% | 0.05x | 1.35x | GBX-25.45 Million |
| 2008 | -2.46% | -29.96% | 0.08x | 1.08x | GBX-30.02 Million |
| 2009 | -6.74% | -50.80% | 0.12x | 1.13x | GBX-37.62 Million |
| 2010 | 4.66% | 28.81% | 0.13x | 1.21x | GBX-12.59 Million |
| 2011 | 0.24% | 1.19% | 0.17x | 1.16x | GBX-23.13 Million |
| 2012 | -6.68% | -6105.50% | 0.00x | 1.27x | GBX-30.50 Million |
| 2013 | 5.48% | 67.70% | 0.08x | 1.07x | GBX-7.48 Million |
| 2014 | 7.62% | 72.13% | 0.10x | 1.06x | GBX-3.22 Million |
| 2015 | 0.47% | 9.40% | 0.05x | 1.08x | GBX-9.06 Million |
| 2016 | -30.58% | 0.00% | -0.10x | 2.20x | GBX-27.64 Million |
| 2017 | 11.79% | 84.43% | 0.06x | 2.24x | GBX1.15 Million |
| 2018 | -6.99% | 0.00% | -0.02x | 2.50x | GBX-10.24 Million |
| 2019 | -7.99% | 0.00% | -0.02x | 2.85x | GBX-10.07 Million |
| 2020 | -9.17% | -7.49% | 0.67x | 1.82x | GBX-9.19 Million |
| 2021 | 3.81% | 48.50% | 0.04x | 1.80x | GBX-3.04 Million |
| 2022 | -4.03% | -587.46% | 0.00x | 1.89x | GBX-6.53 Million |
| 2023 | -8.86% | -7.91% | 1.05x | 1.07x | GBX-7.95 Million |
| 2024 | -14.81% | 0.00% | -0.08x | 1.04x | GBX-8.97 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares LMS Capital Plc's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Asset Management industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Asset Management
- Average net assets among peers: $795,685,500
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 0.37%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LMS Capital Plc (LMS) | GBX31.31 Million | 0.00% | 0.04x | $156.66K |
| 3I Infrastructure PLC (3IN) | $1.32 Billion | 20.19% | 0.05x | $41.35 Million |
| Albion Enterprise VCT PLC (AAEV) | $118.42 Million | 15.27% | 0.02x | $3.29 Million |
| abrdn Asian Income Fund Limited (AAIF) | $450.79 Million | 10.05% | 0.11x | $5.51 Million |
| Abrdn Asia Focus PLC (AAS) | $38.52 Million | 0.00% | 0.03x | $7.37 Million |
| Albion Technology & General VCT PLC (AATG) | $10.72 Million | 4.28% | 0.02x | $3.15 Million |
| Abrdn PLC (ABDN) | $5.09 Billion | 0.02% | 0.58x | $53.74 Million |
| Aberdeen Diversified Income and Growth Trust PLC (ADIG) | $333.52 Million | -37.29% | 0.27x | $450.86K |
| Aquila Energy Efficiency Trust PLC (AEET) | $94.28 Million | 0.32% | 0.01x | $249.70K |
| Aquila European Renewables Income PLC (AERI) | $372.54 Million | -8.03% | 0.00x | $71.84 Million |
| Artemis UK Future Leaders plc (AFL) | $126.77 Million | -1.12% | 0.08x | $429.81 |
About LMS Capital Plc
LMS Capital plc is a private equity firm specializing in direct and fund of funds investments in mid ventures, late ventures, emerging growth, middle market, later stage, growth and development capital, buyout and recapitalization. The firm prefers to invest in media, interactive home entertainment, consumer electronics, home furnishing, homebuilding, household appliances, housewares, leisure pro… Read more