Reporting Calendar - MAY 2021
While markets continue to combat COVID 19, another exciting Reporting Season is here!
It is again that time of the year when investors across the globe gauge LSE-listed companies releasing their results and outlook. The period outlines the most crucial time in the financial market, factoring-in to the stock price momentum and aiding investors in their decision making.
Six months down 2020 and what a year it has already been! Markets which were all set to come out of the phase of confusion after the long-awaited Brexit finally a reality and hopes high of a new beginning, but then, COVID 19 struck.
The first pandemic of its kind has broken long-enduring growth records, shattered critical economic benchmarks, forced governments to launch extraordinary monetary stimulus and altered business forecasts for 2020 and beyond. Stymied by lockdowns, dreading a second wave and striving to flatten the curve, the world awaits a vaccine that could turn the corner.
However, there is some comfort in the fact that contemporary companies are not only accepting the “new normal” but are rising to the test in extraordinary ways to address volatile business and humanitarian aspects. While everyday holds distinct excitement in the markets, some of the listed companies are back in action, whetting investor appetite as the August Reporting Season knocks- the show that is likely to unveil how companies have responded to COVID 19!
We are wary of the turbulence at a bigger scale wherein companies’ earnings (in general) are being impacted by external factors like coronavirus impact and other global uncertainties. Nonetheless, we expect a group of star performers showcasing the potential in a defensive way.
In view of the above, we bring to you the timeline of these releases so that you do not miss out to check the performance of your favourite LSE-listed companies!
Date | Company Name | LSE Code | Reporting period | Business Outlook |
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2021-05-17 00:00:00 | Petropavlovsk Plc | POG | FY2021 | Absolute 2021 gold production is expected of 430 - 470koz, including own gold production of 370 - 390koz and gold produce from outsider concentrate of 60 - 80koz. Solid EBITDA is expected for the year. |
2021-05-17 00:00:00 | Cerillion Plc | CER | H12021 | Revenue is expected to jump 25% and EBITDA by huge 77%. All backed by rise in consumer demand and two major contracts secured by the company. Also strong sales for the remaining year can be expected. |
2021-05-17 00:00:00 | Diploma Plc | DPLM | H12021 | Revenue and Operating margin are expected to be in line with the pre-pandemic levels owing to cost cutting and positive response from ongoing projects. Foreign exchange impact is most likely to be negated with impact from strength in sterling. |
2021-05-18 00:00:00 | First Derivatives Plc | FDP | FY2020 | Net revenue is expected to be in-line with expectation and enough to reduce significant debt which can be anticipated as a green signal for growth and new opportunities. |
2021-05-18 00:00:00 | Minds+Machines Group Ltd | MMX | FY2020 | Revenue expected to be same as of FY19. The company has a seen a 24% growth in new subscriptions revenue and staffing was down by 20% which can result in better EBITDA. |
2021-05-18 00:00:00 | Sndrsn Design Group Plc | SDG | FY2020 | Better PAT to be expected as demands have slightly risen due increase in consumer spending on their homes. Higher cash balance can help company prepare for the upcoming uncertainty ahead. Profit after tax is likely to be above £6.3 million as estimated by the Board. |
2021-05-18 00:00:00 | HYVE Group Plc | HYVE | H12021 | Revenue expects to touch £10 million for the first half. Liquidity does not look to be an obstacle as net debt expected is approximately £92million. Virtual meet-ups organised by the company have added significant monetary value and the company is expected a post steep upward recovery as soon as the markets open up. |
2021-05-18 00:00:00 | Imperial Brands Plc | IMB | H12021 | First half revenue is expected to grow by at least 1% as compared to the previous year same period, owing to high tobacco prices. Steady growth is expected in the near term after significant investments and consistent strategical plans. |
2021-05-18 00:00:00 | Watkin Jones Plc | WJG | H12021 | EBIT is likely to be slightly lower compared to last year owing to pandemic. Construction activities have been restored and new strategies are likely to be implemented with respect to the changing market conditions. Strong liquid position is likely to ensure a stable outlook in the near term. |
2021-05-19 00:00:00 | Great Portland Estates Plc | GPOR | FY2020 | Approximately 84% of the total rents due have been recovered and the trend is expected to rise as the pandemic unfolds. Demands seems to be increasing in the real estate sector and a short supply anticipated by the company can be a positive sign. |
2021-05-20 00:00:00 | Qinetiq Group Plc | QQ. | FY2020 | Revenue is expected to be in the upper range on an organic basis. Operating profit margin is expected to be in the range of 12-13% according to pre-covid levels. The company has divested three businesses which have contributed to the gains. |
2021-05-20 00:00:00 | EasyJet Plc | EZJ | H12021 | Loss is expected to lighten after cost cutting measures and restructuring has been implemented. A decent liquidity position is likely to help in capitalising the recovery curve. |
2021-05-20 00:00:00 | Nexus Infrastructure Plc | NEXS | H12021 | The revenue is expected to dip slightly in comparison to first half of last year. The order book is expected to post a strong growth which highlights the fact of an increasing demand which will reflect in the balance sheet as time. |