Adams plc (ADA.L)
Adams plc is a venture capital fund specializing in early stage investments. It prefers to invest in the biotechnology sector, life sciences and technology sectors but will also consider investments in other sectors. It focuses its investments in small and medium sized enterprises based in UK and Europe but will also consider other parts of the world. It invests in public and private firms. It can hold a minority of a majority share in its portfolio companies.
Company Info
Highlights
£7.29M
£3.00 - £6.50
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Performance
Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of £10,000 in Adams plc, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.
Returns By Period
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^GSPC (Benchmark)
-3.70%
13.67%
-5.18%
9.18%
14.14%
10.43%
Monthly Returns
The table below presents the monthly returns of ADA.L, with color gradation from worst to best to easily spot seasonal factors. Returns are adjusted for dividends.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
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| 2024 | 36.36% | -10.00% | -3.70% | 0.00% | -7.69% | -16.67% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | -10.00% | 0.00% | -22.22% | -36.36% |
| 2023 | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | -4.55% | 0.00% | 0.00% | -23.81% | -1.25% | -24.05% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 83.33% | 0.00% |
| 2022 | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | -12.50% | -14.29% | 0.00% | 0.00% | -8.33% | -18.18% | 22.22% | 0.00% | -31.25% |
| 2021 | 11.11% | 20.00% | -5.56% | -5.88% | 6.25% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 5.88% | 0.00% | 0.00% | -11.11% | 0.00% | 18.52% |
| 2020 | 55.00% | 16.13% | -38.89% | -9.09% | 40.00% | 78.57% | -16.00% | -28.57% | 0.00% | -15.00% | 5.88% | 0.00% | 35.00% |
| 2019 | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | -16.67% | 220.00% | 6.25% | -5.88% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 25.00% | 0.00% | 233.33% |
| 2018 | 0.00% | 0.00% | -10.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | -33.33% | 6,566.67% | -25.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 2,900.00% |
| 2017 | 0.00% | 27.78% | 0.00% | 0.00% | -4.35% | -36.36% | -14.29% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | -16.67% | -44.44% |
| 2016 | -25.93% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | -10.00% | 0.00% | -5.56% | 0.00% | -5.88% | 0.00% | 12.50% | -33.33% |
| 2015 | -3.33% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | -13.79% | -4.00% | 45.83% | -11.43% | -12.90% | 0.00% | -10.00% |
| 2014 | 0.00% | -4.55% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | -9.52% | -10.53% | -5.88% | 93.75% | 6.45% | 6.06% | -14.29% | 36.36% |
Risk-Adjusted Performance
Risk-Adjusted Performance Rank
The current rank of ADA.L is 65, indicating average performance compared to other stocks on our website. Here’s a breakdown of how it compares using common performance measures.
Risk-Adjusted Performance Indicators
The charts below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Adams plc (ADA.L) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (^GSPC). These indicators evaluate an investment's returns against its associated risks.
Dividends
Dividend History
Drawdowns
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.
Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Adams plc. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the Adams plc was 89.09%, occurring on Sep 4, 2023. The portfolio has not yet recovered.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -89.09% | Jun 12, 2020 | 809 | Sep 4, 2023 | — | — | — |
| -83.33% | Nov 26, 2014 | 925 | Jul 26, 2018 | 12 | Aug 13, 2018 | 937 |
| -67.74% | Apr 11, 2013 | 12 | May 13, 2013 | 69 | Aug 19, 2013 | 81 |
| -54.55% | Feb 10, 2014 | 150 | Sep 12, 2014 | 3 | Sep 17, 2014 | 153 |
| -44.44% | Mar 9, 2020 | 35 | Apr 28, 2020 | 29 | Jun 10, 2020 | 64 |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
The current Adams plc volatility is 25.13%, representing the average percentage change in the investments's value, either up or down over the past month. The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
Financials
Financial Performance
The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Adams plc over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.
Valuation
The Valuation section provides an overview of how Adams plc is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Asset Management industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.
PE Ratio
The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for ADA.L, comparing it with other companies in the Asset Management industry. Currently, ADA.L has a P/E ratio of 0.0. This P/E ratio is considered low compared to industry peers, which may suggest that the stock is undervalued or that the company has weaker growth prospects.
PEG Ratio
The chart shows the Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio for ADA.L compared to other companies in the Asset Management industry. ADA.L currently has a PEG ratio of 0.0. This PEG ratio is low compared to industry peers, which could indicate the stock is undervalued relative to its expected growth.
PS Ratio
This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for ADA.L relative to other companies in the Asset Management industry. Currently, ADA.L has a P/S ratio of 22.1. This P/S ratio is high relative to other companies in the industry. It could mean the stock is overvalued, or that investors expect strong future growth and profitability.
PB Ratio
The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for ADA.L in comparison with other companies in the Asset Management industry. Currently, ADA.L has a P/B value of 0.9. This P/B ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock is valued fairly in relation to its book value.
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