Softcat PLC
LSE:SCT
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P/E
Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio shows how much investors pay for each dollar of a company`s earnings. It`s calculated by dividing the company`s market value by its total earnings.
Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio shows how much investors pay for each dollar of a company`s earnings. It`s calculated by dividing the company`s market value by its total earnings.
Valuation Scenarios
If P/E returns to its 3-Year Average (25.6), the stock would be worth GBX1 818.26 (34% upside from current price).
| Scenario | P/E Value | Implied Price | Upside/Downside |
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| Current Multiple | 19.1 | GBX1 356 |
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| 3-Year Average | 25.6 | GBX1 818.26 |
+34%
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| 5-Year Average | 26 | GBX1 847.73 |
+36%
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| Industry Average | 0.3 | GBX19.63 |
-99%
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| Country Average | 0.2 | GBX14.79 |
-99%
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Forward P/E
Today’s price vs future net income
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GBX2.5B
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Feb 2026
£141.1m
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GBX2.5B
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Jul 2026
£150.8m
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GBX2.5B
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Jul 2027
£159.1m
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GBX2.5B
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Jul 2028
£172.6m
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Forward P/E shows whether today’s P/E still looks high or low once future net income are taken into account.
Peer Comparison
| Market Cap | P/E | ||||
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Softcat PLC
LSE:SCT
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2.7B GBP | 19.1 | |
| US |
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International Business Machines Corp
NYSE:IBM
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218.6B USD | 20 | |
| JP |
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BrainPad Inc
TSE:3655
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20.9T JPY | 551.4 | |
| IE |
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Accenture PLC
NYSE:ACN
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109.3B USD | 14.2 | |
| IN |
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Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
NSE:TCS
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8.8T INR | 18.7 | |
| IN |
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Infosys Ltd
NSE:INFY
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4.7T INR | 17.1 | |
| JP |
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Fujitsu Ltd
TSE:6702
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6.5T JPY | 13.6 | |
| JP |
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NEC Corp
TSE:6701
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5.9T JPY | 24.1 | |
| JP |
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NTT Data Group Corp
DUS:NT5
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30.3B EUR | 38.8 | |
| JP |
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NTT Data Corp
TSE:9613
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5.6T JPY | 39.1 | |
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HCL Technologies Ltd
NSE:HCLTECH
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3.2T INR | 20 |
Market Distribution
| Min | 0 |
| 30th Percentile | 0.1 |
| Median | 0.2 |
| 70th Percentile | 0.3 |
| Max | 828.3 |
Other Multiples
Softcat PLC
Glance View
In the thriving tech landscape of the UK, Softcat PLC stands as a compelling narrative of growth and adaptability. Founded in 1993, the company has matured from its humble beginnings to become one of the leading providers of IT infrastructure products and services. Softcat excels in understanding the ever-evolving needs of businesses, tailoring solutions that span from software licensing to network security and cloud services. Operating within an intricate ecosystem of vendors, Softcat acts as a bridge between technology suppliers and end-users, translating complex technical innovations into accessible business solutions. Its strength lies in its ability to swiftly adapt to technological advancements and customer needs, a character derived from a flexible, customer-centric approach woven deeply into its operations. The financial heartbeat of Softcat reverberates through its adept salesforce and strategic partnerships. Revenue flows extensively from its reseller model, where Softcat procures IT solutions and services at a negotiated rate and leverages its consultative sales strategy to deliver these to its diversified clientele, ranging from SMBs to larger enterprises and public sector organisations. Beyond mere transactional exchanges, Softcat enriches its offerings with added-value services including technical support and managed services, fostering lasting relationships with clients. This sustainable proposition, combined with a lean operational structure and a culture of empowering frontline staff, underpins Softcat’s robust financial performance and aids in maintaining its competitive edge in an industry that is in constant flux.