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Recent discussions among investors regarding Card Factory Plc (CARD) have highlighted an overall positive sentiment towards the stock, bolstered by several significant developments. Notably, projections indicate that CARD is trading at 67% below its estimated fair value, with forecasts suggesting an earnings growth of 15.6% per annum. Analysts are reportedly in strong agreement that the stock could rise by approximately 64.1%, which has contributed to an optimistic view among investors about the company's future performance.
Investors have expressed excitement over CARD's strategic moves, including its recent acquisition of Garven, which is anticipated to enhance its presence in the U.S. market. Comments from investors like "I think the exciting thing here is the expansion into the U.S. market" reflect a recognition of the potential exponential growth this venture could offer. Meanwhile, director purchases in late December by senior executives also reflect confidence in the company’s trajectory, with one investor noting, “a Senior Independent Non-Executive Director buying now at ~97p” as a positive indicator. Overall, the combination of positive trading updates, forecasted growth, and bullish market sentiment appears to position CARD favorably in the eyes of its investors.
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In recent updates from Card Factory PLC, the company announced its total voting rights notification as of December 31, 2024. The issued ordinary share capital stands at 347,981,823 shares, each with a nominal value of 1p, providing a clear framework for shareholders to determine their interest under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. Notably, there are no shares held in treasury, highlighting a straightforward capital structure for the company.
Additionally, Card Factory reported a share purchase by its Senior Independent Director, Pam Powell, who acquired 5,109 ordinary shares at a price of £0.969774 each on December 30, 2024. Following this purchase, Powell's total holdings in the company increased to 9,875 shares, representing approximately 0.0028% of the total share capital. This transaction underscores management's confidence in the company's performance amidst current market conditions.
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an other aspect on the price increase in general |
1juneberg and fennels - I've enjoyed reading your posts which my make a difference from the usual unevidenced this is going to rocket or this is going to zero. May I ask what you each think the business is worth given the new NI and NLW environment? I am assuming that earnings miss the 14p expectations simply because the second half seems task seems too steep. But even at a rebased 12p this should be a reliable producer of free cash for years to come? Or am I talking nonsense? Thanks in advance |
I was in MeadowHall last night and popped in to Card. The usual steady stream of customers in and out. Seems the section of cheaper cards is getting smaller, or it was in this more premium location anyway. Wife bought 2 cards at 2.99 each - the first time I've been supportive of post 99p purchases in this area! |
1junebug - "if you want to be rude and braggadocios about things" |
My figures for the wage bill come out as: |
My reading of this is that the cards are cheap and low margin bread and butter, building a reputation that Card Factory is good value for money and the place to get a good deal. |
As for the card production etc the 2024 finals included :- |
1junebug in answer to your "got shorts" question - yes lots of them . |
fenners66 |
Don't the cards already have a sticky price label on. So maybe not so simple to adjust the price till all that stock is gone ? |
fenners66 - Good point re factory - Will be hit badly by the budget Same as you have pointed out about UK shops - Buy the timeline point. |
tradertrev - their own cards - but they bought them in from China (?) and still do with some I guess, |
As I posed the question fft they could have raised prices but they didn't and they know their business - the impact of price rises , whether volumes drop and people no longer send cards because of the postal cost etc - much better than we do. |
bbonsall - I will take your analysis of a litmus test of the general public's understanding of the budget. |
Similar things were said when the minimum wage was first introduced. And they didn't happen. There may be some short term impact, but a situation where taxpayers have to subsidise employers who don't pay people a living wage, by funding benefits is not sustainable. |
You may be right regarding the price increases. But they didn't do it earlier this year when there was a large increase in min wage. Why not ? I think most investors are now sitting this out to see what Mgmt next step is. This whole young people increase will greatly reduce apprenticeships and the like and also temporary jobs. I think the govt has shot itself in the foot unless its aim is to keep young people underemployed. |
If CF increased the price of everything by 10%, nobody would notice and it would bring in more than £50 million. Enough to cover increased costs and leave some for the bottom line too! |
To fenners66 post 6951 |
Traditional cards/gifts are here to stay. Emails have their place, especially with younger generations. Postage costs might be an issue, but I think most people give cards by hand and if sent they send by second class post usually, which is a lot cheaper than first class. Pleased CF is holding steady today. Looking forward to what management have to say about USA/AUS and how they are going to get this show back on the road. |
Type | Ordinary Share |
Share ISIN | GB00BLY2F708 |
Sector | Greeting Cards |
Bid Price | 91.50 |
Offer Price | 91.80 |
Open | 90.70 |
Shares Traded | 1,038,631 |
Last Trade | 14:09:17 |
Low - High | 89.80 - 92.30 |
Turnover | 510.9M |
Profit | 49.5M |
EPS - Basic | 0.1422 |
PE Ratio | 6.44 |
Market Cap | 317.71M |
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