Whitbread plc
WTB.LConsumer CyclicalLSELodging · Last scanned Jun 3, 2026
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Daily timeframePart of the consumer cyclical sector, Whitbread plc (WTB.L) is listed under Lodging. At a $3.83B market cap, Whitbread plc ranks as a mid-cap company within consumer cyclical. The company operates hotels under the Premier Inn, ZIP by Premier Inn, and hub by Premier Inn brands.
Market Cap
$3.83B
Beta
0.64
P/E (TTM)
18.79
P/E (Fwd)
11.60
EPS (TTM)
$1.22
EPS (Fwd)
$1.98
ROE
6.6%
ROA
4.0%
Cash
$233.7M
Total Debt
$5.47B
Free CF
$53.9M
52W Change
-20.5%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Whitbread plc carries $5.47B in total debt against $233.7M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 23.4x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. Free cash flow comes in at $53.9M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. Return on equity stands at 6.6%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 4.0% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $1.70B to $2.92B.
The relatively low beta of 0.64 suggests WTB.L is a less volatile holding compared to the broader index. The debt-to-cash ratio suggests meaningful leverage on the balance sheet, a factor worth monitoring if credit conditions tighten. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for Whitbread plc and its sector.