Mothercare PLC
Mothercare plc, through its subsidiaries, operates as a specialist franchisor of products for parents and young children under the Mothercare brand. The company provides clothing, footwear, home and travel products, and toys. It operates through Mothercare stores, as well as online stores under the Mothercare brand. Mothercare plc was founded in 1961 and is headquartered in Hemel Hempstead, the U… Read more
Mothercare PLC (MTC) - Net Assets
Latest net assets as of September 2025: GBX-10.10 Million GBX
Based on the latest financial reports, Mothercare PLC (MTC) has net assets worth GBX-10.10 Million GBX as of September 2025.
Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (GBX26.30 Million) and total liabilities (GBX36.40 Million). 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.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | GBX-10.10 Million |
| % of Total Assets | -38.4% |
| Annual Growth Rate | N/A |
| 5-Year Change | -726.67% |
| 10-Year Change | -111.55% |
| Growth Volatility | 222.36 |
Mothercare PLC - Net Assets Trend (1986–2025)
This chart illustrates how Mothercare PLC's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore and compare other companies by net assets.
Annual Net Assets for Mothercare PLC (1986–2025)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Mothercare PLC from 1986 to 2025.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-31 | GBX-9.40 Million | 0.00% |
| 2025-03-29 | GBX-9.40 Million | +68.77% |
| 2024-03-31 | GBX-30.10 Million | -1572.22% |
| 2023-03-31 | GBX-1.80 Million | -220.00% |
| 2022-03-31 | GBX1.50 Million | +103.49% |
| 2021-03-31 | GBX-43.00 Million | -975.00% |
| 2020-03-31 | GBX-4.00 Million | +92.62% |
| 2019-03-31 | GBX-54.20 Million | -1278.26% |
| 2018-03-31 | GBX4.60 Million | -94.35% |
| 2017-03-31 | GBX81.40 Million | 0.00% |
| 2017-03-25 | GBX81.40 Million | -8.64% |
| 2016-03-31 | GBX89.10 Million | +14.67% |
| 2015-03-31 | GBX77.70 Million | 0.00% |
| 2015-03-28 | GBX77.70 Million | +411.18% |
| 2014-03-31 | GBX15.20 Million | 0.00% |
| 2014-03-29 | GBX15.20 Million | -60.82% |
| 2013-03-31 | GBX38.80 Million | -46.63% |
| 2012-03-31 | GBX72.70 Million | -62.29% |
| 2011-03-31 | GBX192.80 Million | +2.34% |
| 2010-03-31 | GBX188.40 Million | -4.61% |
| 2009-03-31 | GBX197.50 Million | -0.25% |
| 2008-03-31 | GBX198.00 Million | +31.13% |
| 2007-03-31 | GBX151.00 Million | +14.65% |
| 2006-03-31 | GBX131.70 Million | +10.67% |
| 2005-03-31 | GBX119.00 Million | -12.31% |
| 2004-03-31 | GBX135.70 Million | +22.69% |
| 2003-03-31 | GBX110.60 Million | -11.80% |
| 2002-03-31 | GBX125.40 Million | -1.26% |
| 2001-03-31 | GBX127.00 Million | -43.71% |
| 2000-03-31 | GBX225.60 Million | -63.33% |
| 1999-03-31 | GBX615.30 Million | +2.81% |
| 1998-03-31 | GBX598.50 Million | +10.18% |
| 1997-03-31 | GBX543.20 Million | +2.11% |
| 1996-03-31 | GBX532.00 Million | +9.87% |
| 1995-03-31 | GBX484.20 Million | +8.47% |
| 1994-03-31 | GBX446.40 Million | +5.31% |
| 1993-03-31 | GBX423.90 Million | -3.29% |
| 1992-03-31 | GBX438.30 Million | -3.29% |
| 1991-03-31 | GBX453.20 Million | -6.52% |
| 1990-03-31 | GBX484.80 Million | -5.39% |
| 1989-03-31 | GBX512.40 Million | +5.19% |
| 1988-03-31 | GBX487.10 Million | +6.60% |
| 1987-03-31 | GBX456.93 Million | +13.52% |
| 1986-03-31 | GBX402.50 Million | -- |
Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Mothercare 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 186.2% over the analyzed period, potentially due to dividend distributions or operating losses.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (March 2025)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Common Stock | GBX89.30 Million | % |
| Other Comprehensive Income | GBX-3.80 Million | % |
| Other Components | GBX108.60 Million | % |
| Total Equity | GBX-9.40 Million | 100.00% |
Mothercare PLC Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Mothercare PLC ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
CAMZD
PINK:CAMZD
|
$1.45K |
|
TECIL Chemicals and Hydro Power Limited
NSE:TECILCHEM
|
$1.45K |
|
SIHUAN PHARMACE (TEL1.SG)
STU:TEL1
|
$1.45K |
|
TURNSTAR HOLDINGS LIMITED
XBOT:TURN-EQU
|
$1.45K |
|
Bullfrog AI Holdings, Inc. Warrants
NASDAQ:BFRGW
|
$1.45K |
|
Sunrisemezz PLC
AT:SUNMEZZ
|
$1.45K |
|
VINZF
PINK:VINZF
|
$1.44K |
|
CARTIER RES
BE:6CA
|
$1.44K |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Mothercare PLC's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2025 to 2025, total equity changed from -9,400,000 to -9,400,000, a change of 0.
- Net income of 6,200,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Other factors decreased equity by 6,200,000.
Equity Change Factors (2025 to 2025)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | GBX6.20 Million | +65.96% |
| Other Changes | GBX-6.20 Million | -65.96% |
| Total Change | GBX- | % |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Mothercare 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
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986-03-31 | GBX3.32 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 1987-03-31 | GBX3.74 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 1988-03-31 | GBX3.93 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 1989-03-31 | GBX4.11 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 1990-03-31 | GBX3.88 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 1991-03-31 | GBX3.63 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 1992-03-31 | GBX3.51 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 1993-03-31 | GBX3.39 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 1994-03-31 | GBX3.54 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 1995-03-31 | GBX3.82 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 1996-03-31 | GBX4.17 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 1997-03-31 | GBX4.24 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 1998-03-31 | GBX4.63 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 1999-03-31 | GBX4.76 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2000-03-31 | GBX1.76 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2001-03-31 | GBX0.60 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2002-03-31 | GBX1.22 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2003-03-31 | GBX1.08 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2004-03-31 | GBX1.30 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2005-03-31 | GBX1.13 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2006-03-31 | GBX1.23 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2007-03-31 | GBX1.40 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2008-03-31 | GBX1.57 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2009-03-31 | GBX1.50 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2010-03-31 | GBX1.43 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2011-03-31 | GBX1.44 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2012-03-31 | GBX0.54 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2013-03-31 | GBX0.28 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2014-03-31 | GBX0.17 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2015-03-31 | GBX0.64 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2016-03-31 | GBX0.50 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2017-03-31 | GBX0.46 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2018-03-31 | GBX0.03 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2019-03-31 | GBX-0.19 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2020-03-31 | GBX-0.01 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2021-03-31 | GBX-0.11 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2022-03-31 | GBX0.00 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2023-03-31 | GBX0.00 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2024-03-31 | GBX-0.05 | GBX1.70 | x |
| 2025-03-31 | GBX-0.02 | GBX1.70 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Mothercare 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): 0.00%
- The company may be facing challenges in efficiently utilizing shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 15.94%
- • Asset Turnover: 1.36x
- • Equity Multiplier: 0.00x
- Recent ROE (0.00%) is above the historical average (-39.69%), indicating improving capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 13.79% | 5.25% | 1.49x | 1.77x | GBX15.26 Million |
| 1987 | 19.35% | 7.89% | 1.34x | 1.84x | GBX42.74 Million |
| 1988 | 13.55% | 5.64% | 1.29x | 1.86x | GBX17.29 Million |
| 1989 | 11.48% | 4.81% | 1.27x | 1.87x | GBX7.56 Million |
| 1990 | 0.23% | 0.08% | 1.41x | 1.91x | GBX-47.38 Million |
| 1991 | -4.46% | -1.67% | 1.51x | 1.76x | GBX-65.52 Million |
| 1992 | 2.46% | 0.92% | 1.60x | 1.69x | GBX-33.03 Million |
| 1993 | 0.09% | 0.04% | 1.95x | 1.38x | GBX-41.99 Million |
| 1994 | 8.98% | 3.84% | 1.69x | 1.39x | GBX-4.54 Million |
| 1995 | 12.72% | 5.71% | 1.57x | 1.42x | GBX13.18 Million |
| 1996 | 14.02% | 6.88% | 1.42x | 1.43x | GBX21.40 Million |
| 1997 | 11.75% | 5.11% | 1.46x | 1.58x | GBX9.48 Million |
| 1998 | 15.05% | 6.75% | 1.41x | 1.58x | GBX30.25 Million |
| 1999 | 8.74% | 4.05% | 1.33x | 1.62x | GBX-7.73 Million |
| 2000 | -172.74% | -30.78% | 1.48x | 3.80x | GBX-412.26 Million |
| 2001 | 6.61% | 1.65% | 2.49x | 1.61x | GBX-4.30 Million |
| 2002 | 0.08% | 0.02% | 2.18x | 1.56x | GBX-12.44 Million |
| 2003 | -54.52% | -13.97% | 2.51x | 1.55x | GBX-71.36 Million |
| 2004 | 22.99% | 6.98% | 2.23x | 1.48x | GBX17.63 Million |
| 2005 | 9.50% | 2.47% | 2.14x | 1.79x | GBX-600.00K |
| 2006 | 13.29% | 3.63% | 2.25x | 1.63x | GBX4.33 Million |
| 2007 | 9.60% | 2.91% | 2.20x | 1.50x | GBX-600.00K |
| 2008 | 0.05% | 0.01% | 1.93x | 1.77x | GBX-19.70 Million |
| 2009 | 15.29% | 4.17% | 1.91x | 1.92x | GBX10.45 Million |
| 2010 | 12.53% | 3.08% | 1.87x | 2.18x | GBX4.76 Million |
| 2011 | 3.37% | 0.82% | 1.94x | 2.12x | GBX-12.78 Million |
| 2012 | -126.27% | -11.30% | 2.40x | 4.65x | GBX-99.07 Million |
| 2013 | -56.70% | -2.94% | 2.20x | 8.77x | GBX-25.88 Million |
| 2014 | -180.92% | -3.79% | 2.41x | 19.75x | GBX-29.02 Million |
| 2015 | -19.82% | -2.16% | 2.16x | 4.26x | GBX-23.17 Million |
| 2016 | 7.18% | 0.94% | 1.96x | 3.90x | GBX-2.51 Million |
| 2017 | 10.07% | 1.23% | 1.92x | 4.27x | GBX60.00K |
| 2018 | -2021.74% | -16.02% | 2.10x | 60.15x | GBX-93.46 Million |
| 2019 | 0.00% | -10.56% | 1.14x | 0.00x | GBX-15.68 Million |
| 2020 | 0.00% | -5.16% | 1.80x | 0.00x | GBX-8.10 Million |
| 2021 | 0.00% | -25.06% | 2.41x | 0.00x | GBX-17.20 Million |
| 2022 | 806.67% | 14.67% | 2.24x | 24.53x | GBX11.95 Million |
| 2023 | 0.00% | -0.14% | 2.39x | 0.00x | GBX80.00K |
| 2024 | 0.00% | 5.87% | 2.51x | 0.00x | GBX6.31 Million |
| 2025 | 0.00% | 15.94% | 1.36x | 0.00x | GBX7.14 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Mothercare PLC's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Specialty Retail industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Specialty Retail
- Average net assets among peers: $128,994,770
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: -0.04%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mothercare PLC (MTC) | GBX-10.10 Million | 13.79% | N/A | $1.45K |
| Angling Direct PLC (ANG) | $26.80 Million | -1.38% | 0.42x | $4.40K |
| Ao World (AO) | $137.80 Million | 17.92% | 2.21x | $69.63K |
| Currys PLC (CURY) | $690.50 Million | 31.69% | 0.03x | $199.22K |
| DFS Furniture PLC (DFS) | $229.00 Million | -1.92% | 3.57x | $53.42K |
| musicMagpie PLC (MMAG) | $1.50 Million | -19.26% | 11.29x | $1.07K |
| Moonpig Group PLC (MOON) | $-33.22 Million | 0.00% | 0.00x | $79.03K |
| Marks Electrical Group PLC (MRK) | $4.01 Million | 17.88% | 2.09x | $5.80K |
| Pod Point Group Holdings PLC (PODP) | $102.35 Million | -81.50% | 0.42x | $1.22K |
| Procook Group PLC (PROC) | $2.21 Million | 36.21% | 0.95x | $4.11K |