Ferguson Plc (FERG) - Net Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, Ferguson Plc (FERG) has net assets worth $6.06 Billion USD as of October 2025. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets ($17.69 Billion) and total liabilities ($11.64 Billion). 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 FERG asset resilience ratio to evaluate the company's liquid asset resilience ratio.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | $6.06 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 34.23% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 7.87% |
| 5-Year Change | 16.57% |
| 10-Year Change | 52.14% |
| Growth Volatility | 13.5 |
Ferguson Plc - Net Assets Trend (1986–2025)
This chart illustrates how Ferguson Plc's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Also explore Ferguson Plc assets under control for the complete picture of this company's asset base.
Annual Net Assets for Ferguson Plc (1986–2025)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Ferguson Plc from 1986 to 2025. For live valuation and market cap data, see FERG market cap overview.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-31 | $5.83 Billion | +3.85% |
| 2024-07-31 | $5.62 Billion | +11.49% |
| 2023-07-31 | $5.04 Billion | +7.97% |
| 2022-07-31 | $4.67 Billion | -6.76% |
| 2021-07-31 | $5.00 Billion | +14.46% |
| 2020-07-31 | $4.37 Billion | +0.48% |
| 2019-07-31 | $4.35 Billion | +7.22% |
| 2018-07-31 | $4.06 Billion | -9.30% |
| 2017-07-31 | $4.47 Billion | +16.69% |
| 2016-07-31 | $3.83 Billion | -5.76% |
| 2015-07-31 | $4.07 Billion | -16.64% |
| 2014-07-31 | $4.88 Billion | +4.88% |
| 2013-07-31 | $4.65 Billion | -5.47% |
| 2012-07-31 | $4.92 Billion | -11.16% |
| 2011-07-31 | $5.54 Billion | +15.37% |
| 2010-07-31 | $4.80 Billion | -14.86% |
| 2009-07-31 | $5.64 Billion | -15.32% |
| 2008-07-31 | $6.66 Billion | -5.16% |
| 2007-07-31 | $7.02 Billion | +45.01% |
| 2006-07-31 | $4.84 Billion | +19.97% |
| 2005-07-31 | $4.04 Billion | +16.49% |
| 2004-07-31 | $3.47 Billion | +21.26% |
| 2003-07-31 | $2.86 Billion | +14.19% |
| 2002-07-31 | $2.50 Billion | +17.43% |
| 2001-07-31 | $2.13 Billion | +7.27% |
| 2000-07-31 | $1.99 Billion | +11.67% |
| 1999-07-31 | $1.78 Billion | +13.31% |
| 1998-07-31 | $1.57 Billion | +13.30% |
| 1997-07-31 | $1.39 Billion | +13.54% |
| 1996-07-31 | $1.22 Billion | +19.28% |
| 1995-07-31 | $1.02 Billion | +19.56% |
| 1994-07-31 | $855.79 Million | +36.12% |
| 1993-07-31 | $628.68 Million | -4.93% |
| 1992-07-31 | $661.27 Million | +12.00% |
| 1991-07-31 | $590.42 Million | +0.56% |
| 1990-07-31 | $587.15 Million | +16.90% |
| 1989-07-31 | $502.28 Million | +12.21% |
| 1988-07-31 | $447.63 Million | +24.88% |
| 1987-07-31 | $358.46 Million | +17.93% |
| 1986-07-31 | $303.96 Million | -- |
Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Ferguson 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 5201.4% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (July 2025)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | $6.78 Billion | 116.19% |
| Common Stock | $5.83 Billion | 100.00% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | $-971.00 Million | -16.65% |
| Total Equity | $5.83 Billion | 100.00% |
Ferguson Plc Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Ferguson Plc ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
VOLVO B (FRIA) UNSP.ADR
F:VOL4
|
$52.48 Billion |
|
Arthur J Gallagher & Co
NYSE:AJG
|
$52.50 Billion |
|
Diamondback Energy Inc
NASDAQ:FANG
|
$52.60 Billion |
|
Takeda Pharmaceutical Co Ltd ADR
NYSE:TAK
|
$52.60 Billion |
|
SINGAP.TELE. ADR NEW06/10
F:SIT
|
$52.47 Billion |
|
Infosys Ltd ADR
NYSE:INFY
|
$52.35 Billion |
|
E.ON SE
F:EOAN
|
$52.11 Billion |
|
DSV ADR 2 DK 1
F:DS8
|
$52.08 Billion |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Ferguson Plc's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2024 to 2025, total equity changed from 5,616,000,000 to 5,832,000,000, a change of 216,000,000 (3.8%).
- Net income of 1,856,000,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 489,000,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Share repurchases of 948,000,000 reduced equity.
- Other comprehensive income decreased equity by 40,000,000.
- Other factors decreased equity by 163,000,000.
Equity Change Factors (2024 to 2025)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | $1.86 Billion | +31.82% |
| Dividends Paid | $489.00 Million | -8.38% |
| Share Repurchases | $948.00 Million | -16.26% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | $-40.00 Million | -0.69% |
| Other Changes | $-163.00 Million | -2.79% |
| Total Change | $- | 3.85% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Ferguson 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: 9.03x
- 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 73.36x to 9.03x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986-07-31 | $3.60 | $264.27 | x |
| 1987-07-31 | $4.29 | $264.27 | x |
| 1988-07-31 | $3.31 | $264.27 | x |
| 1989-07-31 | $2.70 | $264.27 | x |
| 1990-07-31 | $3.15 | $264.27 | x |
| 1991-07-31 | $3.15 | $264.27 | x |
| 1992-07-31 | $3.34 | $264.27 | x |
| 1993-07-31 | $2.97 | $264.27 | x |
| 1994-07-31 | $3.65 | $264.27 | x |
| 1995-07-31 | $2.11 | $264.27 | x |
| 1996-07-31 | $2.49 | $264.27 | x |
| 1997-07-31 | $2.77 | $264.27 | x |
| 1998-07-31 | $3.13 | $264.27 | x |
| 1999-07-31 | $3.52 | $264.27 | x |
| 2000-07-31 | $3.94 | $264.27 | x |
| 2001-07-31 | $4.22 | $264.27 | x |
| 2002-07-31 | $4.94 | $264.27 | x |
| 2003-07-31 | $5.58 | $264.27 | x |
| 2004-07-31 | $6.70 | $264.27 | x |
| 2005-07-31 | $7.76 | $264.27 | x |
| 2006-07-31 | $9.25 | $264.27 | x |
| 2007-07-31 | $12.38 | $264.27 | x |
| 2008-07-31 | $11.58 | $264.27 | x |
| 2009-07-31 | $30.39 | $264.27 | x |
| 2010-07-31 | $19.42 | $264.27 | x |
| 2011-07-31 | $22.17 | $264.27 | x |
| 2012-07-31 | $18.76 | $264.27 | x |
| 2013-07-31 | $17.65 | $264.27 | x |
| 2014-07-31 | $19.29 | $264.27 | x |
| 2015-07-31 | $16.46 | $264.27 | x |
| 2016-07-31 | $15.87 | $264.27 | x |
| 2017-07-31 | $18.95 | $264.27 | x |
| 2018-07-31 | $16.40 | $264.27 | x |
| 2019-07-31 | $18.76 | $264.27 | x |
| 2020-07-31 | $19.26 | $264.27 | x |
| 2021-07-31 | $22.26 | $264.27 | x |
| 2022-07-31 | $22.24 | $264.27 | x |
| 2023-07-31 | $24.31 | $264.27 | x |
| 2024-07-31 | $27.60 | $264.27 | x |
| 2025-07-31 | $29.28 | $264.27 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Ferguson 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): 31.82%
- The company demonstrates strong efficiency in generating profits from shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 6.03%
- • Asset Turnover: 1.74x
- • Equity Multiplier: 3.04x
- Recent ROE (31.82%) is above the historical average (18.25%), indicating improving capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 15.62% | 4.23% | 1.65x | 2.23x | $16.77 Million |
| 1987 | 20.78% | 4.77% | 2.09x | 2.09x | $38.47 Million |
| 1988 | 24.32% | 4.94% | 1.98x | 2.49x | $63.84 Million |
| 1989 | 25.87% | 4.74% | 2.16x | 2.52x | $79.51 Million |
| 1990 | 24.72% | 4.24% | 2.41x | 2.42x | $86.21 Million |
| 1991 | 14.21% | 2.86% | 2.29x | 2.17x | $24.77 Million |
| 1992 | 17.23% | 3.03% | 1.89x | 3.01x | $47.63 Million |
| 1993 | 19.11% | 3.24% | 1.91x | 3.09x | $57.03 Million |
| 1994 | 24.23% | 4.15% | 1.90x | 3.08x | $121.17 Million |
| 1995 | 25.75% | 4.32% | 2.02x | 2.95x | $160.25 Million |
| 1996 | 20.77% | 3.76% | 2.07x | 2.67x | $130.98 Million |
| 1997 | 20.97% | 3.84% | 2.12x | 2.58x | $151.51 Million |
| 1998 | 18.37% | 3.70% | 1.98x | 2.50x | $130.98 Million |
| 1999 | 18.17% | 3.61% | 1.96x | 2.57x | $144.98 Million |
| 2000 | 14.42% | 2.98% | 1.97x | 2.46x | $87.70 Million |
| 2001 | 12.37% | 2.57% | 1.80x | 2.67x | $50.50 Million |
| 2002 | 18.01% | 3.62% | 2.05x | 2.43x | $200.55 Million |
| 2003 | 16.82% | 3.63% | 1.68x | 2.75x | $194.87 Million |
| 2004 | 20.87% | 3.92% | 1.90x | 2.81x | $376.83 Million |
| 2005 | 20.82% | 4.04% | 1.82x | 2.82x | $436.67 Million |
| 2006 | 20.72% | 3.79% | 1.75x | 3.12x | $519.04 Million |
| 2007 | 13.74% | 2.92% | 1.63x | 2.89x | $262.31 Million |
| 2008 | 2.20% | 0.50% | 1.44x | 3.07x | $-519.33 Million |
| 2009 | -30.65% | -7.11% | 1.59x | 2.70x | $-2.28 Billion |
| 2010 | -11.11% | -2.58% | 1.63x | 2.64x | $-1.01 Billion |
| 2011 | 8.03% | 2.00% | 1.72x | 2.33x | $-109.30 Million |
| 2012 | 1.82% | 0.42% | 1.88x | 2.28x | $-402.65 Million |
| 2013 | 9.55% | 2.22% | 1.87x | 2.31x | $-21.16 Million |
| 2014 | 17.46% | 4.11% | 1.82x | 2.34x | $364.18 Million |
| 2015 | 8.19% | 1.60% | 1.78x | 2.88x | $-73.33 Million |
| 2016 | 22.70% | 5.25% | 1.54x | 2.81x | $487.18 Million |
| 2017 | 20.25% | 4.77% | 1.54x | 2.75x | $465.70 Million |
| 2018 | 31.22% | 6.11% | 2.04x | 2.50x | $861.20 Million |
| 2019 | 25.47% | 5.03% | 1.93x | 2.62x | $673.00 Million |
| 2020 | 21.99% | 4.82% | 1.48x | 3.08x | $523.90 Million |
| 2021 | 29.42% | 6.46% | 1.66x | 2.74x | $971.70 Million |
| 2022 | 45.49% | 7.43% | 1.82x | 3.36x | $1.66 Billion |
| 2023 | 37.50% | 6.35% | 1.86x | 3.18x | $1.39 Billion |
| 2024 | 30.89% | 5.85% | 1.79x | 2.95x | $1.17 Billion |
| 2025 | 31.82% | 6.03% | 1.74x | 3.04x | $1.27 Billion |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Ferguson Plc's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Industrial Distribution industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Industrial Distribution
- Average net assets among peers: $774,625,111
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: -2.23%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferguson Plc (FERG) | $6.06 Billion | 15.62% | 1.92x | $52.48 Billion |
| Applied Industrial Technologies (AIT) | $932.55 Million | 15.52% | 1.44x | $10.80 Billion |
| Beacon Roofing Supply Inc (BECN) | $1.82 Billion | 23.86% | 2.40x | $7.72 Billion |
| BlueLinx Holdings Inc (BXC) | $50.82 Million | -120.94% | 9.76x | $409.77 Million |
| Core & Main Inc (CNM) | $641.50 Million | 5.61% | 3.99x | $9.26 Billion |
| Now Inc (DNOW) | $1.98 Billion | 5.45% | 0.20x | $2.28 Billion |
| Distribution Solutions Group Inc (DSGR) | $99.17 Million | 6.27% | 0.99x | $1.27 Billion |
| DXP Enterprises Inc (DXPE) | $156.68 Million | 20.07% | 1.59x | $2.23 Billion |
| EVI Industries Inc (EVI) | $2.90 Million | 3.45% | 0.14x | $234.41 Million |
| Fastenal Company (FAST) | $1.28 Billion | 20.69% | 0.14x | $51.57 Billion |
About Ferguson Plc
Ferguson Enterprises Inc. operates as a distributor serving the water and air specialized professional in the United States and Canada. The company provides various products and services, including plumbing; pipe, valves, and fittings; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; appliances; lighting; and water and wastewater solutions to residential and non-residential customers. It also supplies… Read more