Unite Group PLC (UTG)

Currency in GBP
504.00
+1.50(+0.30%)
Closed·
Unusual trading volume
High dividend Yield
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Fair Value
Day's Range
495.00509.00
52 wk Range
484.40884.00
Key Statistics
Bid/Ask
490.00 / 650.00
Prev. Close
502.5
Open
507.5
Day's Range
495-509
52 wk Range
484.4-884
Volume
6.34M
Average Volume (3m)
2.95M
1-Year Change
-39.7129%
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
690.14
Upside
+36.93%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Net income is expected to grow this year

Unite Group PLC News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Strong Sell

Unite Company Profile

Unite Group PLC is the UK's largest owner, manager and developer. It is purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) serving the country's world-leading higher education sector. We provide homes to 71,000 students across 208 properties in 29 leading university towns and cities. We currently partner with over 60 universities across the UK. Our people are driven by a common purpose: to provide a 'Home for Success' for the students who live with us. Unite Students' accommodation is safe and secure, high quality and affordable. Students live predominantly in en-suite study bedrooms with rents covering all bills, insurance, 24-hour security and high-speed Wi-Fi. We are committed to raising standards in the student accommodation sector for our customers, investors and employees. Our Sustainability Strategy includes a commitment to become net zero carbon across our operations and developments by 2030. Founded in 1991 in Bristol, the Unite Group is an award-winning Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), listed on the London Stock Exchange.

Unite Group PLC Earnings Call Summary for H2/2025

  • Unite Group reported 2% EPS growth to 47.5 pence for H1 2025, while stock declined 8.24% on investor concerns over operational challenges.
  • Occupancy rates fell to 95.2% for 2025 academic year, compressing EBIT margin to 65.9% amid lower demand and inflationary pressures.
  • Operating costs surged 9% year-over-year driven by increased staffing expenses and higher insurance costs, pressuring profitability margins.
  • CEO Richard Smith acknowledged occupancy and cost challenges, committing to strategic initiatives and operational improvements to address headwinds.
  • Management emphasized focus on enhancing operational efficiency and deploying technology for revenue optimization amid competitive student housing market.
Last Updated: 24/02/2026, 09:52
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Compare UTG to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
UTG
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
28.0x12.7x9.3x
PEG Ratio
−0.350.080.01
Price/Book
0.6x0.8x0.9x
Price / LTM Sales
7.1x6.7x3.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
34.4%9.0%11.8%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

9 Buy
5 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
14 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 690.14
(+36.93% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
JPMorgan
Buy7.10+40.87%7.25Maintain25/02/2026
Stifel
Hold6.00+19.05%9.75Downgrade30/01/2026
Deutsche Bank
Buy7.00+38.89%-New Coverage29/01/2026
Jefferies
Hold6.29+24.80%-New Coverage29/01/2026
Berenberg
Buy7.74+53.57%8.55Maintain27/01/2026

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 0.20%
Dividend Yield
7.48%
Industry Median 5.56%
Annualised payout
37.70
Paid unevenly
5-Years Growth
+24.21%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Feb 24, 2026
EPS / Forecast
0.1669 / 0.1869
Revenue / Forecast
142.72M / 142.43M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Unite (UTG) Income Statement & Profits

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FAQ

What Is the Unite (UTG) Share Price Today?

The Unite stock price today is 504.00 GBP.

What Stock Exchange Does Unite (UTG) Trade On?

Unite is listed and trades on the London Stock Exchange.

What Is the Ticker (Stock Symbol) for Unite?

The stock symbol (also called a 'ticker') for Unite is "UTG."

Does Unite Pay Dividends? What’s The Current UTG Dividend Yield?

Yes, UTG Pays Dividends to its Shareholders. The current Unite dividend yield is 7.48%.

What Is the Current Unite Market Cap?

As of today, Unite market cap is 2.72B GBP.

What Is Unite's (UTG) Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Unite EPS is currently 0.20 (Trailing Twelve Months).

When Is the Next Unite Earnings Date?

Unite's next earnings report will be released on 24/02/2026.

Is UTG a Buy or Sell From a Technical Analyst Perspective?

Based on today's Unite moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Unite Stock Split?

Unite has split 3 times. (See the UTG stock split history page for full effective split date and price information.)

How Many Employees Does Unite Have?

Unite has 1906 employees.

What is the current trading status of Unite (UTG)?

As of 28/02/2026, Unite (UTG) is trading at a price of 504.00 GBP, with a previous close of 502.50 GBP. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 495.00 GBP to 509.00 GBP, while its 52-week range spans from 484.40 GBP to 884.00 GBP.

What Is Unite (UTG) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Unite is 690.14 GBP, with a high estimate of 906 GBP and a low estimate of 512 GBP. 9 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +36.93% Upside potential.
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