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Baltic Classifieds Group PLC

BCG

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ISIN GB00BN44P254 / Valor 111980347

LSE London Stock Exchange, SETS (2025-10-20)
GBP 2.95%

Baltic Classifieds Group PLC
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Baltic Classifieds Group PLC (BCG) stands as the premier operator of online classifieds in the Baltic region, encompassing Lithuania, Estonia, and Latvia. The company manages a diverse portfolio of fourteen leading online classifieds portals, which are segmented into four main business lines: Auto, Real Estate, Jobs & Services, and Generalist categories. These platforms serve as digital marketplaces where individuals and businesses can buy, sell, or rent products and services across a wide range of categories. BCG's offerings are accessible through a variety of brand websites, which are optimized for both desktop and mobile users, ensuring broad accessibility and user convenience. By focusing on these key sectors, BCG has positioned itself as a critical intermediary in the digital commerce ecosystem of the Baltic states, facilitating transactions and connections within the region's online marketplace.

Summarized from source with an LLMView SourceSector: Finance

Latest Results (11.10.2025):

Baltic Classifieds Group PLC reported strong full-year results for the year ended 30 April 2025, demonstrating robust revenue and profit growth. The company continued to solidify its leadership position in the Baltic online classifieds market, supported by strategic acquisitions and enhancements to its product offerings. Despite macroeconomic challenges, Baltic Classifieds achieved significant improvements in key financial metrics and maintained a positive outlook for future growth.

Revenue Growth

Group revenue increased by 15% to €82.8 million in 2025 compared to €72.1 million in 2024. Core classifieds revenue streams from B2C and C2C segments, which together make up 90% of total revenue, grew by 17% and 13% respectively.

EBITDA and Profit Expansion

EBITDA rose by 17% to €64.4 million, with the EBITDA margin improving by 1 percentage point to 78%. Operating profit surged by 40% to €53.5 million, up from €38.3 million the previous year.

Earnings Per Share Improvement

Adjusted basic EPS increased by 23% to €11.3 cents, while basic EPS saw a 42% rise to €9.3 cents. Profit for the year grew by 40% to €44.8 million, reflecting strong underlying performance.

Cash Flow and Debt Reduction

Cash generated from operating activities grew by 13% to €66.8 million, maintaining a cash conversion rate of 99%. The company voluntarily repaid €25 million of debt, reducing the gross loan balance to €25.0 million and lowering net debt to €3.6 million.

Shareholder Returns

Baltic Classifieds returned €29.4 million to shareholders through dividends and share buybacks. The Board proposed a final dividend of 2.6 € cents per share, a 24% increase from the previous year, bringing the total dividends for the year to 3.8 € cents per share.

Strategic Acquisitions and Operational Enhancements

The acquisition of Untu.lt enhanced BCG’s data-driven services in the real estate market. Additionally, the company introduced several product improvements across its platforms, driving higher engagement and transparency for users.

Outlook

Baltic Classifieds expects to sustain revenue growth in the upcoming year, with the second half anticipated to perform more strongly than the first. The company remains confident in its growth prospects, supported by a favorable macroeconomic environment and continued strategic investments.

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Key figures

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Performance

29.8%1Y
32.6%3Y
44.6%5Y

Volatility

Market cap

1900 M

Market cap (USD)

Daily traded volume (Shares)

349,407

Daily traded volume (Shares)

1 day high/low

3.16 / 3.11

1 day high/low (USD)

52 weeks high/low

0.00 / 0.00

52 weeks high/low (USD)

Dividend ex-date

01 January, 2022

Dividend ex-date

Dividend

0.00

Dividend (USD)

Dividend yield (p.a.)

0.00%

Dividend yield (p.a.)

0.002022
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0.00%2022
0.00%2023
0.00%2024

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P/E ratio

10.00

P/E ratio

00.002022
00.002023
00.002024

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EPS

0.00

EPS (USD)

0.002022
0.002023
0.002024

Est EPS (USD)

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