Here’s a full valuation snapshot of Marks & Spencer Group plc (LSE: MKS) as of 8 September 2025, with British English styling and a structured breakdown:
🛍️ Company Overview: Marks & Spencer Group plc
Marks & Spencer (M&S) is a heritage British retailer, operating across:
- Food: Premium and convenience offerings, with strong private-label penetration
- Clothing & Home: Focused on quality, value, and style, with digital-first growth
- International: Presence in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
- Digital & Loyalty: Nectar partnership, Sparks loyalty programme, and omnichannel expansion
M&S has undergone a major transformation since 2020, shifting toward value-led fashion, online growth, and supply chain efficiency.
📊 Valuation Metrics (as of 8 Sept 2025)
| Metric | Value | Commentary |
|---|---|---|
| Share Price | 352.9p | Up +3.13% today |
| Market Cap | ~£7.0B | FTSE 250 constituent |
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | ~11.1 | Reasonable for a retailer with cyclical exposure |
| Forward P/E | ~10.2 | Suggests modest earnings growth |
| PEG Ratio | ~0.85 | Indicates undervaluation relative to growth |
| Dividend Yield | ~4.2% | Attractive for income-focused portfolios |
| EPS (FY 2025) | 14.6p (basic), 31.9p (adjusted) | |
| Profit Before Tax | £511.8M (statutory), £875.5M (adjusted) | |
| Revenue (FY 2025) | £13.9B | Broad-based recovery across segments |
🧠 Strategic Highlights
- Food: Outperformed peers in premium and convenience
- Clothing: Gained market share in womenswear and activewear
- Digital: Online clothing sales up 18% YoY
- Cost Discipline: £437.8M net debt (ex-leases), strong cash flow
M&S continues to reshape its brand around quality, value, and digital agility, with strong momentum in both food and fashion.
