Capita Plc Hits Day Low of GBP 3.16 Amid Price Pressure

Capita Plc experienced significant volatility on October 14, 2025, with the stock declining by 9.27% and reaching an intraday low of GBP 3.16. This performance stands in contrast to the FTSE 100, which saw a modest increase of 0.16% on the same day. Over the past week, Capita's stock has decreased by 2.15%, while its monthly performance remains positive at 25.69%, significantly outperforming the FTSE 100's 1.72% gain.
Despite the recent uptick in monthly performance, Capita's longer-term metrics reveal challenges. The company has faced a decline in net sales, with an annual growth rate of -7.93% over the last five years, and operating profit has also decreased by 7.24%. The pre-tax profit for the latest quarter fell sharply by 78.07%, and net profit dropped by 73.25%.

With a market capitalization of GBP 305 million, Capita operates within the miscellaneous industry and has a price-to-earnings ratio of 3.00. The company's debt-to-equity ratio stands at 0.67, indicating a moderate level of leverage. Overall, Capita's current performance reflects a complex financial landscape amid broader market trends.