Hill And Smith /£HILS
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About Hill And Smith
Hill & Smith Holdings PLC is a UK-based company specializing in the manufacture and supply of infrastructure products and galvanizing services for global markets. The company operates within the industrial sector, providing innovative solutions primarily in the highways, utilities, and construction industries. Founded in 1824, Hill & Smith has built a reputation for delivering products that support the development and maintenance of critical infrastructure, emphasizing sustainability and safety.
Ticker
£HILS
Sector
Primary listing
LSE
Industry
Metals and Mining
Headquarters
Employees
4,559
Website
Hill And Smith Metrics
BasicAdvanced
£1.6B
21.41
£0.94
1.21
£0.49
2.44%
Price and volume
Market cap
£1.6B
Beta
1.21
52-week high
£23.30
52-week low
£14.64
Average daily volume
201K
Dividend rate
£0.49
Financial strength
Current ratio
2.238
Quick ratio
1.314
Long term debt to equity
30.587
Total debt to equity
30.587
Dividend payout ratio (TTM)
45.16%
Interest coverage (TTM)
12.34%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
161.2
Gross margin (TTM)
39.97%
Net profit margin (TTM)
8.93%
Operating margin (TTM)
15.25%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
26.89%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
£190,000
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
10.79%
Return on equity (TTM)
16.97%
Valuation
Price to earnings (TTM)
21.406
Price to revenue (TTM)
1.89
Price to book
3.41
Price to tangible book (TTM)
6.76
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
15.736
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
6.36%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
127.74%
Dividend yield (TTM)
2.44%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
3.05%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
10.47%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
11.00%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
6.52%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
30.15%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
10.47%
3-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
16.49%
10-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
10.53%
What the Analysts think about Hill And Smith
Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for Hill And Smith stock.
Bulls say / Bears say
Hill & Smith reported a 12% increase in pre-tax profit for fiscal 2024, reaching £104.5 million, driven by strong performances in its US operations. (rttnews.com)
The company raised its final dividend by 14% to 32.5 pence per share, reflecting confidence in its financial health and commitment to returning value to shareholders. (rttnews.com)
Hill & Smith completed four acquisitions in 2024, including the purchase of Whitlow Electric Service Company for over $30 million, enhancing its position in the US electrical infrastructure market. (proactiveinvestors.com)
Despite strong financial results, Hill & Smith's stock price reached a new 52-week low in April 2025, trading as low as 1,488 pence, indicating potential investor concerns. (americanbankingnews.com)
The company's UK revenue declined by 5.4% to £302.1 million in 2024, attributed to subdued demand from public sector customers ahead of the general election. (morningstar.co.uk)
Hill & Smith's Chief Financial Officer, Hannah Nichols, announced her departure at the end of March 2025 to join Coats Group, potentially leading to transitional challenges. (lse.co.uk)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 9 Jul 2025.
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for Hill And Smith stock?
Hill And Smith (HILS) has a market cap of £1.6B as of July 25, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for Hill And Smith stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for Hill And Smith (HILS) stock is 21.41 as of July 25, 2025.
Does Hill And Smith stock pay dividends?
Yes, the Hill And Smith (HILS) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of July 25, 2025, the dividend rate is £0.49 and the yield is 2.44%. Hill And Smith has a payout ratio of 45.16% on a trailing twelve-month basis.
When is the next Hill And Smith dividend payment date?
The next Hill And Smith (HILS) dividend payment date is unconfirmed.
What is the beta indicator for Hill And Smith ?
Hill And Smith (HILS) has a beta rating of 1.21. This means that it is more volatile than the market, on average. A beta of 1 would indicate the stock moves in-line with the market, while a beta of 2 would indicate the stock moves twice as much as the market.