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TSCO:LSETesco PLC Analysis

Data as of 2026-03-10 - not real-time

£469.10

Latest Price

4/10Risk

Risk Level: Medium

Executive Summary

Tesco shares are trading at 469.1 GBp, comfortably above the 20‑day SMA (482.9) but still below the 50‑day (452.4) and 200‑day (435.3) averages, indicating a short‑term pull‑back within a longer‑term uptrend. The RSI sits at 49.3, suggesting neutral momentum, while the MACD histogram is negative and the signal line is bearish, warning of possible downside pressure. Volume is increasing and the price remains above the key support of 457.2 GBp, giving the downside a limited cushion before hitting the next resistance at 508.2 GBp. Volatility over the past 30 days is elevated at 19.3 % and beta is low (computed –0.38, quoted 0.65), reflecting a defensive stock that moves less with the market. The dividend yield of 3.06 % with a 60 % payout ratio appears sustainable, supported by solid operating cash flow of £3.16 bn and free cash flow of £3.27 bn. Valuation metrics show a forward P/E of 15.0 and a modest upside of ~2.4 % versus the DCF fair value of £669, implying the stock is roughly fairly priced with a slight undervaluation edge.

Market Outlook

Short Term

< 1 year
Neutral
Model confidence: 6/10

Key Factors

  • Negative MACD histogram and bearish signal line
  • Price near support at 457.2 GBp
  • Increasing volume but neutral RSI

Medium Term

1–3 years
Positive
Model confidence: 8/10

Key Factors

  • Bullish alignment of SMA 20 > SMA 50 > SMA 200
  • Stable dividend yield of 3.06 % with sustainable payout
  • Modest revenue growth (3.6 %) and improving forward P/E

Long Term

> 3 years
Positive
Model confidence: 7/10

Key Factors

  • Defensive consumer‑staples sector with low beta
  • DCF fair value indicating ~2 % upside
  • Strong cash generation and resilient operating margins

Key Metrics & Analysis

Financial Health

Revenue Growth3.60%
Profit Margin2.14%
P/E Ratio20.4
ROE13.69%
ROA4.31%
Debt/Equity138.52
P/B Ratio282.4
Op. Cash Flow£3.2B
Free Cash Flow£3.3B

Technical Analysis

TrendBullish
RSI49.3
Support£457.20
Resistance£508.20
MA 20£482.89
MA 50£452.35
MA 200£435.26
MACDBearish
VolumeIncreasing
Fear & Greed Index76.95

Valuation

Fair Value£669.01
Target Price£480.54
Upside/Downside2.44%
GradeFair
TypeBlend
Dividend Yield3.06%

Risk Assessment

Beta-0.38
Volatility19.30%
Sector RiskLow
Reg. RiskMedium
Geo RiskMedium
Currency RiskMedium
Liquidity RiskLow

This analysis may contain inaccuracies and is provided for informational and research purposes only. It is not personal investment advice, a recommendation, or an instruction to buy, sell, or hold any asset.