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WPP plc (WPP)

NYSE Communication Services Advertising Agencies
$25.99 ▲ +2.85%
Market Cap
$5.61B
Sector
Communication Services
Industry
Advertising Agencies
Beta
0.73
52-Wk Range
14.81-27.78
CEO
Cindy Rose Quackenbush
Country
GB
Currency
USD

WPP plc operates in the Advertising Agencies industry of the Communication Services sector, headquartered in London, GL, GB. The stock last traded at $25.99, up 2.85% on the session, giving a market capitalisation of $5.61B. On trailing twelve-month figures it carries a trailing P/E of -17.69, a net margin of -1.8%. Its beta of 0.73 implies it has historically moved less than the broad market.

Valuation & profitability (TTM)
P/E
-17.69
Price / Sales
0.32
Price / Book
1.63
EV / EBITDA
5.18
Gross margin
15.9%
Operating margin
9.4%
Net margin
-1.8%
Return on equity
—
Debt / equity
2.76
Current ratio
0.87
Dividend yield
3.8%
Payout ratio
-142.9%
Company profile
Exchange
New York Stock Exchange
Employees
97,388
IPO date
1987-12-29
Headquarters
London, GL, GB
About WPP plc

WPP plc operates as a global creative transformation enterprise, delivering a comprehensive suite of services that include communications strategies, customer experience enhancement, commerce solutions, and advanced technology applications. Its extensive geographical presence spans North America, the United Kingdom, Western Continental Europe, the Asia Pacific region, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Central and Eastern Europe. The organization structures its operations into three main divisions: Global Integrated Agencies, Public Relations, and Specialist Agencies. Among its diverse offerings, WPP is adept at conceiving and executing marketing and brand-building campaigns, designing and producing advertising content across various media platforms, and providing detailed media buying services. These media services encompass strategic development, business growth initiatives, media investment management, data and technology integration, and content creation. Furthermore, WPP furnishes expert public relations counsel, enabling clients to effectively engage with a broad spectrum of stakeholders, from consumers to governmental bodies and the wider business and financial sectors. A variety of specialized agency services are also provided. Founded in 1985, WPP plc maintains its corporate headquarters in London, United Kingdom.

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