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CBG 16:01
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Director/PDMR Shareholding
CBG 16:16
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<mark style="background-coloryellow">Purchase</mark> of 6,914 ordinary shares
CBG 15:47
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CBG 06:01
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Half-year Report for six months to 31 January 2026
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**Summary of Close Brothers Group PLC Half-Year Report for Six Months to 31 January 2026**
**Overview**
Close Brothers Group PLC, a UK specialist banking group, reported its half-year results for the six months ending 31 January 2026. The group demonstrated resilience despite challenging market conditions, focusing on cost discipline, credit performance, and strategic repositioning. Key highlights include a marginal reduction in the loan book, continued growth in core businesses, and a strong CET1 capital ratio of 14.3%. The group is well-positioned for future growth, with accelerated cost savings plans and a focus on simplification, optimization, and growth.
**Financial Performance**
**Adjusted Operating Profit**£65.2 million (H1 2025: £80.5 million), reflecting a 19% decrease due to reduced income, partly offset by lower impairment losses.
**Operating Loss Before Tax**£65.5 million (H1 2025: £102.2 million), primarily due to a £135.0 million provision for motor finance commissions.
**Net Interest Margin (NIM)**7.1% (H1 2025: 7.3%), expected to be slightly <mark style="background-color:yellow">below</mark> 7% for the full year.
**Bad Debt Ratio**0.8% (H1 2025: 1.0%), expected to remain below the long-term average of 1.2%.
**Loan Book**Reduced by 2% to £9.2 billion (31 July 2025: £9.5 billion), with underlying decrease of 1% excluding planned exits and run-offs.
**Strategic Initiatives**
**Simplification**Largely complete, with the sale of Close Brothers Asset Management, Winterflood, and Brewery Rentals, and the exit from Vehicle Hire.
**Optimization**Accelerated cost savings plans, targeting £25 million in 2026 and £60 million by 2027, positioning the group for double-digit returns by 2028.
**Growth**Focused on core markets with strong and sustainable opportunities, targeting 5-10% annual growth through the cycle.
**Capital and Funding**
**CET1 Capital Ratio**Increased to 14.3% (31 July 2025: 13.8%), reflecting disposals and lower RWAs, partly offset by motor finance provisions.
**Total Funding**Decreased by 8% to £11.7 billion, covering 124% of the loan book, with a prudent maturity profile.
**Divisions Performance**
**Commercial**Adjusted operating profit decreased to £40.7 million (H1 2025: £50.0 million) due to lower utilization in Invoice Finance and the wind-down of Novitas.
**Retail**Adjusted operating profit increased to £17.5 million (H1 2025: £16.8 million), driven by a Motor Finance impairment release and improved credit performance in Premium Finance.
**Property**Adjusted operating profit declined to £29.8 million (H1 2025: £42.1 million) due to softer demand and increased impairment charges.
**Outlook**
**Cost Savings**Accelerated targets, with £25 million in 2026 and £60 million by 2027.
**NIM**Expected to be slightly below 7% in 2026.
**Bad Debt Ratio**Expected to remain below 1.2% in 2026.
**RoTE**On track to achieve double-digit returns by 2028, rising thereafter.
**Conclusion**
Close Brothers Group PLC demonstrated resilience in the first half of 2026, with a focus on strategic repositioning, cost optimization, and sustainable growth. Despite challenges, the group remains well-capitalized and positioned for future growth, with a clear path to achieving its long-term financial goals.
CBG 16:41
Close Brothers Group plc
Statement regarding report from Viceroy Research
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CBG 06:01
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CBG 16:01
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<mark style="background-coloryellow">Purchase</mark> of 6,914 ordinary shares
CBG 15:47
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Director/PDMR Shareholding
CBG 06:01
Close Brothers Group plc
Update in relation to motor finance commissions
CBG 15:16
Close Brothers Group plc
Total Voting Rights
CBG 16:09
Close Brothers Group plc
Statement in relation to motor finance commissions
CBG 15:31
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Transaction in Own Shares
CBG 06:01
Close Brothers Group plc
Half-year Report for six months to 31 January 2026
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**Summary of Close Brothers Group PLC Half-Year Report for Six Months to 31 January 2026**
**Overview**
Close Brothers Group PLC, a UK specialist banking group, reported its half-year results for the six months ending 31 January 2026. The group demonstrated resilience despite challenging market conditions, focusing on cost discipline, credit performance, and strategic repositioning. Key highlights include a marginal reduction in the loan book, continued growth in core businesses, and a strong CET1 capital ratio of 14.3%. The group is well-positioned for future growth, with accelerated cost savings plans and a focus on simplification, optimization, and growth.
**Financial Performance**
**Adjusted Operating Profit**£65.2 million (H1 2025: £80.5 million), reflecting a 19% decrease due to reduced income, partly offset by lower impairment losses.
**Operating Loss Before Tax**£65.5 million (H1 2025: £102.2 million), primarily due to a £135.0 million provision for motor finance commissions.
**Net Interest Margin (NIM)**7.1% (H1 2025: 7.3%), expected to be slightly <mark style="background-color:yellow">below</mark> 7% for the full year.
**Bad Debt Ratio**0.8% (H1 2025: 1.0%), expected to remain below the long-term average of 1.2%.
**Loan Book**Reduced by 2% to £9.2 billion (31 July 2025: £9.5 billion), with underlying decrease of 1% excluding planned exits and run-offs.
**Strategic Initiatives**
**Simplification**Largely complete, with the sale of Close Brothers Asset Management, Winterflood, and Brewery Rentals, and the exit from Vehicle Hire.
**Optimization**Accelerated cost savings plans, targeting £25 million in 2026 and £60 million by 2027, positioning the group for double-digit returns by 2028.
**Growth**Focused on core markets with strong and sustainable opportunities, targeting 5-10% annual growth through the cycle.
**Capital and Funding**
**CET1 Capital Ratio**Increased to 14.3% (31 July 2025: 13.8%), reflecting disposals and lower RWAs, partly offset by motor finance provisions.
**Total Funding**Decreased by 8% to £11.7 billion, covering 124% of the loan book, with a prudent maturity profile.
**Divisions Performance**
**Commercial**Adjusted operating profit decreased to £40.7 million (H1 2025: £50.0 million) due to lower utilization in Invoice Finance and the wind-down of Novitas.
**Retail**Adjusted operating profit increased to £17.5 million (H1 2025: £16.8 million), driven by a Motor Finance impairment release and improved credit performance in Premium Finance.
**Property**Adjusted operating profit declined to £29.8 million (H1 2025: £42.1 million) due to softer demand and increased impairment charges.
**Outlook**
**Cost Savings**Accelerated targets, with £25 million in 2026 and £60 million by 2027.
**NIM**Expected to be slightly below 7% in 2026.
**Bad Debt Ratio**Expected to remain below 1.2% in 2026.
**RoTE**On track to achieve double-digit returns by 2028, rising thereafter.
**Conclusion**
Close Brothers Group PLC demonstrated resilience in the first half of 2026, with a focus on strategic repositioning, cost optimization, and sustainable growth. Despite challenges, the group remains well-capitalized and positioned for future growth, with a clear path to achieving its long-term financial goals.
CBG 16:41
Close Brothers Group plc
Statement regarding report from Viceroy Research

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Market Cap
641028544
Enterprise Value
3105661184
Public Float
97.21
Broker Target
528.571
Shares Out
150546863
Long Interest
99
Short Interest
1
Exchange
LSE
Currency Code
GBX
ISIN
GB0007668071
Market
LSE - MAIN MARKET
Sector
Banks
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Ex Divi
2023-10-19
Earnings Date
2026-03-17
Net Debt
89200000.0
Cash
1917000000.0
EPS
-0.69
Net Income
-77900000.0
Revenue
681300000.0
Enterprise Value
3105661184
Trailing PE
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Forward PE
7.2046
Price Sales TTM
0.968
Price Book MRQ
0.3743
EV Revenue
3.7579
EV EBITDA
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Public Hands
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Institutions
46.8509
Institutions As Of
2025-12-15
Avg Broker Target
496.0714
Upside Vs Price
11.22%
Purchase Director Dealing
5
Sale Director Dealing
10
Purchase TR1
5
Sale TR1
5
Broker Coverage Rows
14
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7
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