Softcat plc
Softcat plc operates as a value-added IT reseller and IT infrastructure solutions provider in the United Kingdom. The company advices, procures, designs, implements, and manages technology, such as hybrid infrastructure, workplace technology, cyber security, networking and connectivity, data, automation, and AI for businesses and public sector organizations. It also offers public cloud, collabora… Read more
Softcat plc (SCT) - Net Assets
Latest net assets as of July 2025: GBX338.78 Million GBX
Based on the latest financial reports, Softcat plc (SCT) has net assets worth GBX338.78 Million GBX as of July 2025.
Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (GBX1.19 Billion) and total liabilities (GBX853.14 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 | GBX338.78 Million |
| % of Total Assets | 28.42% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 17.61% |
| 5-Year Change | 89.11% |
| 10-Year Change | 287.78% |
| Growth Volatility | 13.99 |
Softcat plc - Net Assets Trend (2013–2025)
This chart illustrates how Softcat 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 Softcat plc (2013–2025)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Softcat plc from 2013 to 2025.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-31 | GBX338.78 Million | +13.67% |
| 2024-07-31 | GBX298.04 Million | +18.53% |
| 2023-07-31 | GBX251.44 Million | +19.11% |
| 2022-07-31 | GBX211.10 Million | +17.84% |
| 2021-07-31 | GBX179.14 Million | +27.28% |
| 2020-07-31 | GBX140.75 Million | +21.97% |
| 2019-07-31 | GBX115.39 Million | +14.46% |
| 2018-07-31 | GBX100.82 Million | +14.02% |
| 2017-07-31 | GBX88.42 Million | +1.21% |
| 2016-07-31 | GBX87.36 Million | -8.82% |
| 2015-07-31 | GBX95.82 Million | +32.53% |
| 2014-07-31 | GBX72.30 Million | +49.43% |
| 2013-07-31 | GBX48.38 Million | -- |
Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Softcat 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 588.6% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (July 2025)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | GBX332.16 Million | 98.05% |
| Common Stock | GBX100.00K | 0.03% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | GBX1.54 Million | 0.46% |
| Other Components | GBX4.98 Million | 1.47% |
| Total Equity | GBX338.78 Million | 100.00% |
Softcat plc Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Softcat plc ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
Sparindex INDEX DJ BinClWld KL
CO:SPIDJB
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$278.72K |
|
Seach Medical Group Ltd
TA:SEMG
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$278.78K |
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Dada S.p.A
STU:DAM
|
$278.84K |
|
CannAssist International Corp
OTCQB:XESP
|
$279.11K |
|
Lottery.com, Inc. Warrants
NASDAQ:LTRYW
|
$278.66K |
|
Shoal Point Energy Ltd
PINK:SHPNF
|
$278.66K |
|
CAQ Holdings Ltd
AU:CAQ
|
$278.52K |
|
SCOR SE (SDRC.SG)
STU:SDRC
|
$278.51K |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Softcat plc's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2024 to 2025, total equity changed from 298,037,000 to 338,782,000, a change of 40,745,000 (13.7%).
- Net income of 133,008,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 95,704,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Other comprehensive income decreased equity by 911,000.
- Other factors increased equity by 4,352,000.
Equity Change Factors (2024 to 2025)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | GBX133.01 Million | +39.26% |
| Dividends Paid | GBX95.70 Million | -28.25% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | GBX-911.00K | -0.27% |
| Other Changes | GBX4.35 Million | +1.28% |
| Total Change | GBX- | 13.67% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Softcat 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: 744.64x
- 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 5108.22x to 744.64x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-07-31 | GBX0.25 | GBX1256.00 | x |
| 2014-07-31 | GBX0.37 | GBX1256.00 | x |
| 2015-07-31 | GBX0.49 | GBX1256.00 | x |
| 2016-07-31 | GBX0.44 | GBX1256.00 | x |
| 2017-07-31 | GBX0.45 | GBX1256.00 | x |
| 2018-07-31 | GBX0.51 | GBX1256.00 | x |
| 2019-07-31 | GBX0.58 | GBX1256.00 | x |
| 2020-07-31 | GBX0.71 | GBX1256.00 | x |
| 2021-07-31 | GBX0.90 | GBX1256.00 | x |
| 2022-07-31 | GBX1.06 | GBX1256.00 | x |
| 2023-07-31 | GBX1.26 | GBX1256.00 | x |
| 2024-07-31 | GBX1.49 | GBX1256.00 | x |
| 2025-07-31 | GBX1.69 | GBX1256.00 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Softcat 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): 39.26%
- The company demonstrates strong efficiency in generating profits from shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 9.12%
- • Asset Turnover: 1.22x
- • Equity Multiplier: 3.52x
- Recent ROE (39.26%) is below the historical average (45.66%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 42.55% | 5.20% | 3.69x | 2.22x | GBX15.75 Million |
| 2014 | 37.83% | 5.42% | 3.36x | 2.08x | GBX20.12 Million |
| 2015 | 32.48% | 5.22% | 2.87x | 2.16x | GBX21.54 Million |
| 2016 | 37.95% | 4.93% | 3.24x | 2.37x | GBX24.42 Million |
| 2017 | 45.36% | 4.82% | 3.34x | 2.82x | GBX31.27 Million |
| 2018 | 54.56% | 6.90% | 2.71x | 2.92x | GBX44.92 Million |
| 2019 | 59.33% | 6.90% | 2.58x | 3.33x | GBX56.92 Million |
| 2020 | 53.76% | 7.02% | 2.50x | 3.06x | GBX61.59 Million |
| 2021 | 53.69% | 12.27% | 1.58x | 2.78x | GBX78.27 Million |
| 2022 | 52.30% | 10.24% | 1.60x | 3.18x | GBX89.30 Million |
| 2023 | 44.55% | 11.37% | 1.52x | 2.58x | GBX86.88 Million |
| 2024 | 39.94% | 12.37% | 1.23x | 2.62x | GBX89.24 Million |
| 2025 | 39.26% | 9.12% | 1.22x | 3.52x | GBX99.13 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Softcat plc's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Electronics & Computer Distribution industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Electronics & Computer Distribution
- Average net assets among peers: $25,213,500
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 23.25%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Softcat plc (SCT) | GBX338.78 Million | 42.55% | 2.52x | $278.70K |
| Midwich Group PLC (MIDW) | $46.59 Million | 17.63% | 2.20x | $27.63K |
| Northamber PLC (NAR) | $3.83 Million | 28.87% | 1.11x | $973.18 |