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James Cropper PLC(CRPR)
GBX --+0.00%
Reward45Moderate
Risk46Moderate
📊75%Data
Thin -3% profit margin
CRPR
+0.0 · +0.00%
GBX · LSE
James Cropper PLC | Basic Materials
Balanced
Market Cap:30.58M
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Reward Rating
45
Moderate
Bottom 25% (model universe)
75% data coverage
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Risk Rating
46
Moderate
Risk Assessment
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Market Performance

Stock returned +10.0% over the past year, broadly in line with market conditions.

Analyst Target

Analyst consensus price target: 1600p.

What is James Cropper PLC?

James Cropper PLC manufactures and sells paper products and advanced materials.

CRPR · Verdict

Moderate reward · moderate risk

CRPR's standout is volatility; growth and cash flow weigh on the picture.

Based on 88% data coverage

CRPR · Verdict

What’s working & what to watch

Strengths 1

  • Volatility95/100

    Top decile vs peers

Watchouts 3

  • Growth39/100

    Revenue -1.8% CAGR

  • Cash flow42/100

    6% free-cash-flow margin

  • Balance sheet44/100

    Current ratio 2.34

Model-based scoring. For information only — not financial advice.

What is James Cropper PLC?

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. The company is listed on the LSE in UK, operating in the Basic Materials sector, with a market capitalisation of 30.58M.

Financial Highlights

Investment Breakdown

📈 Growth
Moderate growth momentum — positive trajectory without breakout acceleration.
💰 Profitability
Profitability metrics are mixed — margins may be under pressure.
⚠️ Risk
Risk profile appears balanced versus broad market conditions.
💸 Valuation
Valuation is less clear with a negative earnings base.

OpenBook Logo Analysis

Reward: Moderate (45)

The scoring profile indicates limited reward potential at this time, with valuation and momentum offering the most support. Risk indicators are moderate, consistent with typical market exposure.

For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

Company Information
SectorBasic Materials
Market Cap30.58M
P/E RatioN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
52 Week High414.5
52 Week Low127.25
Last AnnualMarch
IPO DateN/A
IncorporatedUK
Shares Outstanding10M
No. of Employees500
IndustryPaper & Paper Products
ExchangeLSE
Beta0.331
CurrencyGBX · Reports in GBP
Websitewww.jamescropper.com
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