International Distributions Services PLC

LSE:IDS UK Integrated Freight & Logistics
Market Cap
$42.08 Million
GBX345.87 Billion GBX
Market Cap Rank
#37822 Global
#521 in UK
Share Price
GBX359.00
Change (1 day)
-0.06%
52-Week Range
GBX359.00 - GBX367.40
All Time High
GBX541.80
About

International Distribution Services plc, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a universal postal service provider in the United Kingdom and internationally. The company offers parcels and letter delivery services under the Royal Mail and Parcelforce Worldwide brands. It also provides services for the collection, sorting, and delivery of parcels and letters. In addition, the company operate… Read more

International Distributions Services PLC (IDS) - Total Assets

Latest total assets as of September 2024: GBX8.28 Billion GBX

Based on the latest financial reports, International Distributions Services PLC (IDS) holds total assets worth GBX8.28 Billion GBX as of September 2024.

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.

International Distributions Services PLC - Total Assets Trend (2000–2024)

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

International Distributions Services PLC - Asset Composition Analysis

Current Asset Composition (March 2024)

International Distributions Services PLC's total assets of GBX8.28 Billion consist of 32.7% current assets and 67.3% non-current assets.

Asset Category Amount (GBX) % of Total Assets
Cash & Equivalents GBX0.00 11.5%
Accounts Receivable GBX1.49 Billion 16.6%
Inventory GBX32.00 Million 0.4%
Property, Plant & Equipment GBX0.00 0.0%
Intangible Assets GBX304.00 Million 3.4%
Goodwill GBX458.00 Million 5.1%

Asset Composition Trend (2000–2024)

This chart illustrates how International Distributions Services 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: International Distributions Services PLC's current assets represent 32.7% of total assets in 2024, an increase from 0.0% in 2000.
  • Cash Position: Cash and equivalents constituted 11.5% of total assets in 2024, down from 12.5% in 2000.
  • Tangible vs. Intangible: Intangible assets (including goodwill) make up 8.0% of total assets, an increase from 4.0% in 2000.
  • Asset Diversification: The largest asset category is accounts receivable at 16.6% of total assets.

International Distributions Services PLC Competitors by Total Assets

Key competitors of International Distributions Services PLC based on total assets are shown below.

International Distributions Services 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: 0.98 - 1.43

Strong asset utilization - International Distributions Services PLC generates 1.41x its asset value in annual revenue.

Return on Assets (ROA)

Measures how efficiently a company uses its assets to generate profits

Historical Range: -9.90% - 6.21%

Moderate ROA - For every $100 in assets, International Distributions Services PLC generates $ 0.60 in net profit.

International Distributions Services 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 1.06 1.03 0.96
Quick Ratio 1.05 1.02 0.95
Cash Ratio 0.00 0.00 0.00
Working Capital GBX139.00 Million GBX 98.00 Million GBX -108.00 Million

International Distributions Services PLC - Advanced Valuation Insights

This section examines the relationship between International Distributions Services 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 1.00
Latest Market Cap to Assets Ratio 0.00
Asset Growth Rate (YoY) 2.0%
Total Assets GBX8.99 Billion
Market Capitalization $421.06K USD

Valuation Analysis

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

Positive Asset Growth: International Distributions Services PLC's assets grew by 2.0% over the past year, showing continued investment in the company's operational capacity.

Annual Total Assets for International Distributions Services PLC (2000–2024)

The table below shows the annual total assets of International Distributions Services PLC from 2000 to 2024.

Year Total Assets Change
2024-03-31 GBX8.99 Billion +1.99%
2023-03-31 GBX8.82 Billion -17.92%
2022-03-31 GBX10.74 Billion +7.57%
2021-03-31 GBX9.98 Billion -9.37%
2020-03-31 GBX11.02 Billion +48.86%
2019-03-31 GBX7.40 Billion +1.98%
2018-03-31 GBX7.26 Billion -12.92%
2017-03-31 GBX8.33 Billion +9.66%
2016-03-31 GBX7.60 Billion 0.00%
2016-03-27 GBX7.60 Billion +5.86%
2015-03-31 GBX7.18 Billion 0.00%
2015-03-29 GBX7.18 Billion +31.10%
2014-03-31 GBX5.48 Billion 0.00%
2014-03-30 GBX5.48 Billion +18.63%
2013-03-31 GBX4.62 Billion +18.45%
2012-03-31 GBX3.90 Billion +8.01%
2011-03-31 GBX3.61 Billion -38.77%
2010-03-31 GBX5.89 Billion -0.37%
2009-03-31 GBX5.92 Billion -6.91%
2008-03-31 GBX6.35 Billion +12.98%
2007-03-31 GBX5.62 Billion +6.41%
2006-03-31 GBX5.29 Billion -1.73%
2005-03-31 GBX5.38 Billion -8.01%
2004-03-31 GBX5.85 Billion -6.28%
2003-03-31 GBX6.24 Billion -1.76%
2002-03-31 GBX6.35 Billion -15.59%
2001-03-31 GBX7.52 Billion +12.38%
2000-03-31 GBX6.69 Billion --