James Cropper PLC

LSE:CRPR UK Paper & Paper Products
Market Cap
$372.01K
GBX3.06 Billion GBX
Market Cap Rank
#46330 Global
#953 in UK
Share Price
GBX320.00
Change (1 day)
+0.00%
52-Week Range
GBX132.50 - GBX400.00
All Time High
GBX1845.92
About

James Cropper PLC manufactures and sells paper products and advanced materials. The company operates through James Cropper Paper & Packaging; James Cropper Advanced Materials; and Group Services and Eliminations segments. It engages in batteries, carbon capture, hydrogen fuel cells, wind energy, and hydrogen electrolysis related businesses. The company also offers stationery, packaging, and publi… Read more

James Cropper PLC (CRPR) - Total Assets

Latest total assets as of September 2025: GBX74.84 Million GBX

Based on the latest financial reports, James Cropper PLC (CRPR) holds total assets worth GBX74.84 Million GBX as of September 2025.

Total assets represent everything the company owns and controls, combining both current assets—like cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, and inventories—and non-current assets such as property, plant, equipment (PP&E), intangible assets, and long-term investments.

James Cropper PLC - Total Assets Trend (1986–2025)

This chart illustrates how James Cropper PLC’s total assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore and compare other companies by total assets.

James Cropper PLC - Asset Composition Analysis

Current Asset Composition (March 2025)

James Cropper PLC's total assets of GBX74.84 Million consist of 58.4% current assets and 41.6% non-current assets.

Asset Category Amount (GBX) % of Total Assets
Cash & Equivalents GBX0.00 13.8%
Accounts Receivable GBX17.26 Million 22.4%
Inventory GBX15.28 Million 19.8%
Property, Plant & Equipment GBX0.00 0.0%
Intangible Assets GBX819.00K 1.1%
Goodwill GBX1.26 Million 1.6%

Asset Composition Trend (1986–2025)

This chart illustrates how James Cropper PLC's asset composition has evolved over time. Understanding changes in asset allocation can provide insights into the company's strategic shifts, capital allocation priorities, and business focus evolution.

Key Asset Composition Facts

  • Current vs. Non-Current Assets: James Cropper PLC's current assets represent 58.4% of total assets in 2025, an increase from 38.1% in 1986.
  • Cash Position: Cash and equivalents constituted 13.8% of total assets in 2025, up from 0.0% in 1986.
  • Tangible vs. Intangible: Intangible assets (including goodwill) make up 2.0% of total assets, an increase from 0.0% in 1986.
  • Asset Diversification: The largest asset category is accounts receivable at 22.4% of total assets.

James Cropper PLC Competitors by Total Assets

Key competitors of James Cropper PLC based on total assets are shown below.

James Cropper PLC - Asset Efficiency Metrics

Asset efficiency metrics measure how effectively a company uses its assets to generate revenue and profits. These indicators help investors evaluate management's ability to deploy capital efficiently.

Asset Turnover Ratio

Measures how efficiently a company uses its assets to generate sales

Historical Range: 0.97 - 1.46

Strong asset utilization - James Cropper PLC generates 1.29x its asset value in annual revenue.

Return on Assets (ROA)

Measures how efficiently a company uses its assets to generate profits

Historical Range: -6.84% - 6.85%

Negative ROA - James Cropper PLC is currently not profitable relative to its asset base.

James Cropper PLC - Liquidity and Working Capital Analysis

Liquidity ratios measure a company's ability to pay off its short-term debts as they come due, using the company's current or quick assets. Working capital represents the operational liquidity available.

Key Liquidity Metrics

Metric Current 1 Year Ago 5 Years Ago
Current Ratio 2.58 2.24 1.63
Quick Ratio 1.72 1.40 0.99
Cash Ratio 0.00 0.00 0.00
Working Capital GBX27.50 Million GBX 25.20 Million GBX 15.15 Million

James Cropper PLC - Advanced Valuation Insights

This section examines the relationship between James Cropper PLC's asset base and its market valuation, helping to identify whether the company's assets are efficiently translated into market value.

Key Valuation Metrics

Current Price-to-Book Ratio 1.38
Latest Market Cap to Assets Ratio 0.00
Asset Growth Rate (YoY) -10.3%
Total Assets GBX77.08 Million
Market Capitalization $4.07K USD

Valuation Analysis

Below Book Valuation: The market values James Cropper PLC's assets below their book value (0.00 x), which may indicate investor concerns about asset quality or future growth.

Significant Asset Reduction: James Cropper PLC's assets decreased by 10.3% over the past year, potentially indicating divestiture, restructuring, or challenging business conditions.

Annual Total Assets for James Cropper PLC (1986–2025)

The table below shows the annual total assets of James Cropper PLC from 1986 to 2025.

Year Total Assets Change
2025-03-31 GBX77.08 Million -10.32%
2024-03-31 GBX85.95 Million -12.71%
2023-03-31 GBX98.47 Million +6.34%
2022-03-31 GBX92.60 Million +14.26%
2021-03-31 GBX81.05 Million -2.15%
2020-03-31 GBX82.83 Million +19.25%
2019-03-31 GBX69.46 Million +2.89%
2018-03-31 GBX67.51 Million -2.26%
2017-03-31 GBX69.07 Million +13.72%
2016-03-31 GBX60.73 Million +11.02%
2015-03-31 GBX54.70 Million 0.00%
2015-03-28 GBX54.70 Million +3.99%
2014-03-31 GBX52.60 Million 0.00%
2014-03-29 GBX52.60 Million +3.81%
2013-03-31 GBX50.67 Million -2.01%
2012-03-31 GBX51.72 Million +7.11%
2011-03-31 GBX48.28 Million -1.27%
2010-03-31 GBX48.90 Million +5.42%
2009-03-31 GBX46.39 Million -3.43%
2008-03-31 GBX48.04 Million -6.42%
2007-03-31 GBX51.33 Million -0.67%
2006-03-31 GBX51.68 Million +2.64%
2005-03-31 GBX50.35 Million +6.54%
2004-03-31 GBX47.26 Million +7.35%
2003-03-31 GBX44.03 Million -1.25%
2002-03-31 GBX44.59 Million -6.68%
2001-03-31 GBX47.78 Million +3.80%
2000-03-31 GBX46.03 Million -1.25%
1999-03-31 GBX46.61 Million -2.90%
1998-03-31 GBX48.01 Million -4.20%
1997-03-31 GBX50.11 Million -1.00%
1996-03-31 GBX50.62 Million +2.61%
1995-03-31 GBX49.33 Million +6.90%
1994-03-31 GBX46.15 Million +0.13%
1993-03-31 GBX46.09 Million -3.42%
1992-03-31 GBX47.72 Million +1.34%
1991-03-31 GBX47.09 Million +19.34%
1990-03-31 GBX39.46 Million +12.45%
1989-03-31 GBX35.09 Million +7.30%
1988-03-31 GBX32.71 Million +25.92%
1987-03-31 GBX25.98 Million +23.69%
1986-03-31 GBX21.00 Million --