L.D.C LOUP.PA
FranceConsumer Defensive · Farm ProductsEuronext París · EUR
137.75 EUR (+33.7%)
4 analysts
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L.D.C. is a French agri-food group, leader in poultry and with a presence in dairy and prepared foods, operating through brands such as Le Gaulois and Loué, with an integrated model ranging from breeding to distribution.
Listed on Euronext París · Symbol LOUP.PA · EPA: LOUP · Currency EUR
Key points
from its scores- ✓Attractive valuation8.3
- ✓Strong growth8.3
- ✓Favourable backdrop7.7
- !Average business quality5.3
- !Modest dividend5.5
AI analysis
bottom line, main risk, context and newsThe combination of a clean balance sheet, reasonable valuation and earnings growth makes it attractive for a defensive profile, although the low operating margin warrants some caution.
L.D.C. shows solid financial health with net cash (Net Debt/EBITDA of -0.25), an attractive valuation (P/E 11.12, EV/EBITDA 4.78) and 54.5% earnings growth, although modest operating margins (6.91%) limit the quality of its moat.
The operating margin of only 6.91% exposes L.D.C. to volatility in agricultural commodity prices and competitive pressure in the food sector, which could further compress its profitability.
Context and risks
L.D.C. is a French agri-food group with diversified business in poultry, dairy and prepared foods. No specific regulatory, geopolitical or business model risks are identified that are not already reflected in the financial metrics. Its international exposure is limited and it does not depend on critical shipping routes or energy commodities in a relevant way.
Is L.D.C stock cheap or expensive?
at the analysis dateOn P/E and EV / EBITDA, it trades 50% below the Consumer Defensive median on average.
| Multiple | Company | Sector | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E | 11.1 | 19.8 | −44% |
| EV / EBITDA | 4.8 | 10.8 | −56% |
| Price / book | 1.4 | 2.7 | −49% |
| Price / sales | 0.5 | 1.2 | −60% |
Sector: median of the 124 Consumer Defensive companies analysed. In bold, the multiples used for the comparison.
Valuation score: 8.3 out of 10 (median for Consumer Defensive: 6.3).
Average analyst target: 137.75 EUR, +33.7% versus the price.
A discount may reflect more risk or slower growth than its sector: Financial health 7.2 (sector 5.5), Growth 8.3 (sector 5.3).
Classic formulas with standard assumptions (10.0% growth, 8-9% discount rate). Indicative only: they change a lot with the assumptions and are not a recommendation.
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Score by category
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at the analysis date · compared with the Consumer Defensive medianValuation
- P/E
- 11.1
- Forward P/E
- 9.9
- EV / EBITDA
- 4.8
- Price / book
- 1.4
- Price / sales
- 0.5
- PEG
- 1.34
- Market cap
- 3.6B EUR
- Enterprise value
- 3.4B EUR
Profitability
- ROE
- 13.3%
- ROA
- 6.1%
- ROIC (approx.)
- 15.0%
- Gross margin
- 32.5%
- Operating margin
- 6.9%
- Net margin
- 4.4%
- Free cash flow
- 187.1M EUR
- FCF yield
- 5.2%
- Cash conversion
- 26%
Solvency
- Total debt
- 717.8M EUR
- Net debt
- −178.7M EUR
- Cash
- 896.5M EUR
- EBITDA
- 711.7M EUR
- Net debt / EBITDA
- −0.25
- Debt / equity
- 27.57
- Current ratio
- 1.41
- Quick ratio
- 0.98
Growth
- Revenue growth
- +14.8%
- Earnings growth
- +54.5%
- EPS (TTM)
- 9.26 EUR
- EPS (forward)
- 10.40 EUR
Dividend
- Dividend yield
- 2.2%
- Payout
- 16.7%
Risk and market
- Beta
- 0.49
- Analyst consensus
- none (4)
- Target price
- 137.75 EUR
- 52-week range
- 84.20 – 127.40
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Is L.D.C stock cheap or expensive?
On P/E and EV / EBITDA, it trades 50% below the Consumer Defensive median on average. Valuation score: 8.3 out of 10 (median for Consumer Defensive: 6.3). Average analyst target: 137.75 EUR, +33.7% versus the price. This is not investment advice.
What score does L.D.C get on MeridIAn Screener?
It scores 7.0 out of 10, rank 220 of 2,130 (better than 89% of the companies analysed). Its strongest category is Valuation (8.3) and its weakest, Quality / Moat (5.3). Analysis of 08/10/2026.
What is L.D.C's P/E ratio?
Its P/E is 11.1: the share price equals 11.1 times earnings per share over the last 12 months. The Consumer Defensive median is 19.8. Based on the earnings analysts expect, the forward P/E is 9.9.
How much is L.D.C worth on the stock market?
Its market capitalisation is 3.6B EUR and its enterprise value, debt included, is 3.4B EUR.
How much debt does L.D.C have?
It has more cash than debt: net cash of 178.7M EUR.
Does L.D.C pay a dividend?
Yes: its dividend yield is 2.18% and it pays out 17% of its earnings.
How has L.D.C stock performed over the last year?
It has risen 10.2% over the last year, excluding dividends. Over the last 52 weeks it has traded between 84.20 and 127.40 EUR. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
What do analysts think of L.D.C?
4 analysts cover it; their average recommendation is “none” and their average target is 137.75 EUR (+33.7% versus the price). It is an estimate, not market data.