Best for
Beginner investments
Caretech Holdings PLC (CTH) is a publicly traded medical care facilities business based in the UK. It opened the day at 633p after a previous close of 629p. During the day the price has varied from a low of 619.5554p to a high of 633.85p. The latest price was 622p (25 minute delay). CareTech Holdings is listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) and employs 11,000 staff. All prices are listed in pence sterling.
How to buy shares in CareTech Holdings
- Choose a platform. If you're a beginner, our share-dealing table below can help you choose.
- Open your account. You'll need your ID, bank details and national insurance number.
- Confirm your payment details. You'll need to fund your account with a bank transfer, debit card or credit card.
- Search the platform for stock code: CTH in this case.
- Research CareTech Holdings shares. The platform should provide the latest information available.
- Buy your CareTech Holdings shares. It's that simple.
Best for
0% commission
Best for
Mobile app
Best for
Referral bonus
What's in this guide?
- Can I buy shares in CareTech Holdings?
- Compare share dealing platforms
- Performance over time
- Is CareTech Holdings stock a buy or sell?
- Are CareTech Holdings shares over-valued?
- CareTech Holdings shares summary
- Does CareTech Holdings pay a dividend?
- How volatile are CareTech Holdings shares?
- Other common questions
Fees for buying 100x CareTech Holdings shares with popular platforms
Share prices fluctuate in real time, so the costs presented here should be considered as a guide only. They do not incorporate stamp duty. Always refer to the platform itself for availability and pricing – which may differ from our information.
| Platform | Platform fee | Min. initial deposit | Trading fee estimate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
£0 | $10 | £0.00 £622.00 total |
Capital at risk |
|
£0 | £250 | £8.00 £630.00 total |
Capital at risk |
|
£0 | No minimum | £0.00 £622.00 total |
Capital at risk |
 |
£0 | £1 | £11.95 £633.95 total |
Capital at risk |
 |
£0 | £0.01 | £1.84 £623.84 total |
Capital at risk |
 |
£9.99 per month | No minimum | £7.99 £629.99 total |
Capital at risk |
 |
£36 per year | £20 | £9.50 £631.50 total |
Capital at risk |
Full comparison of share dealing platforms
CareTech Holdings share price (LSE:CTH)
Use our graph to track the performance of CTH stocks over time.CareTech Holdings price performance over time
Historical closes compared with the last close of 622p
| 1 week (2022-09-27) | -17.07% |
|---|---|
| 1 month (2022-09-05) | -16.62% |
| 3 months (2022-07-05) | -16.06% |
| 6 months (2022-04-05) | -15.95% |
| 1 year (2021-10-04) | -1.11% |
|---|---|
| 2 years (2020-10-05) | 45.33% |
| 3 years (2019-10-04) | 74.23% |
| 5 years (2017-10-05) | 48.32% |
Is it a good time to buy CareTech Holdings stock?
The technical analysis gauge below displays real-time ratings for the timeframes you select. This is not a recommendation, however. It represents a technical analysis based on the most popular technical indicators: Moving Averages, Oscillators and Pivots. Finder might not concur and takes no responsibility.
We do not make any representations or warranty on the accuracy or completeness of the information that is provided on this page.
Invest in CareTech Holdings shares with IG
- No commission on US shares
- More than 13,000 shares to invest in
- Open your account in minutes
Go to site
Capital at risk
All investing should be regarded as longer term. The value of your investments can go up and down, and you may get back less than you invest. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. If you’re not sure which investments are right for you, please seek out a financial adviser. Capital at risk.
Is CareTech Holdings under- or over-valued?
Valuing a stock is incredibly difficult, and any metric has to be viewed as part of a bigger picture of overall performance. However, analysts commonly use some key metrics to help gauge value.
P/E ratio
CareTech Holdings's current share price divided by its per-share earnings (EPS) over a 12-month period gives a "trailing price/earnings ratio" of roughly 107x. In other words, CareTech Holdings shares trade at around 107x recent earnings.
That's relatively high compared to, say, the trailing 12-month P/E ratio for the FTSE 250 at the end of September 2019 (19.71). The high P/E ratio could mean that investors are optimistic about the outlook for the shares or simply that they're over-valued.
EBITDA
CareTech Holdings's EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation) is £100 million.
The EBITDA is a measure of a CareTech Holdings's overall financial performance and is widely used to measure a its profitability.
CareTech Holdings shares at a glance
Information last updated 2021-07-09.
| Open | 633p |
|---|---|
| High | 633.85p |
| Low | 619.5554p |
| Close | 622p |
| Previous close | 629p |
| Change | -7p |
| Change % | -1.1129% |
| Volume | 84,163 |
Information last updated 2022-10-03.
| 52-week range | 521.5802p - 773p |
|---|---|
| 50-day moving average | 746p |
| 200-day moving average | 678.78p |
| Wall St. target price | 741.67p |
| PE ratio | 107.1429 |
| Dividend yield | 9.5p (1.27%) |
| Earnings per share (TTM) | 0.07p |
CareTech Holdings share dividends
Dividend yield: 1.27% of stock value
Forward annual dividend yield: 1.89% of stock value
Dividend payout ratio: 2.35% of net profits
CareTech Holdings has recently paid out dividends equivalent to 1.27% of its share value annually.
CareTech Holdings has paid out, on average, around 2.35% of recent net profits as dividends. That has enabled analysts to estimate a "forward annual dividend yield" of 1.89% of the current stock value. This means that over a year, based on recent payouts (which are sadly no guarantee of future payouts), shareholders could enjoy a 1.89% return on their shares, in the form of dividend payments. In CareTech Holdings's case, that would currently equate to about 9.5p per share.
While CareTech Holdings's payout ratio might seem low, this can signify that the company is investing more in its future growth.
The latest dividend was paid out to all shareholders who bought their shares by 3 March 2022 (the "ex-dividend date").
Share price volatility
Over the last 12 months, CareTech Holdings's shares have ranged in value from as little as 521.5802p up to 773p. A popular way to gauge a stock's volatility is its "beta".
Beta is a measure of a share's volatility in relation to the market. The market (LSE average) beta is 1, while CareTech Holdings's is 0.3112. This would suggest that CareTech Holdings's shares are less volatile than average (for this exchange).
Shares similar to CareTech Holdings
CareTech Holdings in the news
Form 8.3 - CareTech Holdings plc
Form 8.3 - CareTech Holdings plc
Form 8.3 - CareTech Holdings plc
Frequently asked questions
All investing should be regarded as longer term. The value of your investments can go up and down, and you may get back less than you invest. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. If you’re not sure which investments are right for you, please seek out a financial adviser. Capital at risk.
More guides on Finder
-
How to buy Veru (VERU) shares in the UK
Ever wondered how to buy shares in Veru? We explain how and compare a range of providers that can give you access to many brands, including Veru.
-
How to buy C4 Therapeutics (CCCC) shares in the UK
Ever wondered how to buy shares in C4 Therapeutics? We explain how and compare a range of providers that can give you access to many brands, including C4 Therapeutics.
-
How to buy Clever Leaves (CLVR) shares in the UK
Ever wondered how to buy shares in Clever Leaves? We explain how and compare a range of providers that can give you access to many brands, including Clever Leaves.
-
Mental health stocks: Popular mental health companies to invest in
Mental health stocks can be rewarding, but there are risks involved that could impact your profits. Find out how to invest in companies in the mental health industry.
-
Invest in pharmaceutical stocks
Pharma stocks can be rewarding, but there are risks involved that could impact your profits. Find out the best way to invest in pharma stock.
-
How to buy Bone Biologics (BBLG) shares in the UK
Ever wondered how to buy shares in Bone Biologics? We explain how and compare a range of providers that can give you access to many brands, including Bone Biologics.
-
How to buy Adagio Therapeutics (ADGI) shares in the UK
Ever wondered how to buy shares in Adagio Therapeutics? We explain how and compare a range of providers that can give you access to many brands, including Adagio.
-
How to buy Bolt Biotherapeutics (BOLT) shares in the UK
Ever wondered how to buy shares in Bolt Biotherapeutics? We explain how and compare a range of providers that can give you access to many brands, including Bolt Biotherapeutics.
-
How to buy Vallon Pharmaceuticals (VLON) shares in the UK
Ever wondered how to buy shares in Vallon Pharmaceuticals? We explain how and compare a range of providers that can give you access to many brands, including Vallon Pharmaceuticals.
-
How to buy Qualigen Therapeutics (QLGN) shares in the UK
Ever wondered how to buy shares in Qualigen Therapeutics? We explain how and compare a range of providers that can give you access to many brands, including Qualigen.
Ask an Expert