SSE plc
SSE.LUtilitiesLSEUtilities - Diversified · Last scanned May 29, 2026
Scan Results
Daily timeframe2 of 4 indicators bullish as of May 28CONFIRMED
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SSE plc engages in the generation, transmission, distribution, and supply of electricity. The company carries a $28.99B market cap, placing it firmly in the large-cap category. The company distributes electricity to approximately 3.9 million homes and businesses in southern central England and the north of Scotland; and owns, develops, and operates the high voltage electricity transmission system in the north of Scotland and other areas.
Market Cap
$28.99B
Beta
0.62
P/E (TTM)
27.64
P/E (Fwd)
13.17
EPS (TTM)
$0.87
EPS (Fwd)
$1.83
ROE
8.8%
ROA
4.3%
Cash
$433.3M
Total Debt
$10.47B
Free CF
-$2.42B
52W Change
38.0%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
The company holds $433.3M in cash, though total debt stands at $10.47B. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$2.42B. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. ROE of 8.8% points to decent capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 4.3% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $8.70B to $10.13B.
The relatively low beta of 0.62 suggests SSE.L is a less volatile holding compared to the broader index. Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. The company is burning cash at the operating level, which is not unusual for growth-phase companies but adds risk if it persists. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing SSE.L's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.