Angling Direct PLC (ANG.L) — Stock Score Summary

Angling Direct PLC (ANG.L) has a MoatMap StockRank of 66/100 based on Quality (54/100), Value (51/100), and Momentum (46/100) factor scores. The current signal is BUY. Angling Direct is a micro-cap UK fishing tackle retailer. It lacks the scale, global moat, and structural macro tailwinds required to move the needle for a concentrated global equity fund.

Angling Direct PLC is the UK's largest specialist retailer of fishing tackle and equipment, operating a nationwide network of destination stores alongside a rapidly growing e-commerce platform. The company commands a dominant market position in a highly fragmented, passion-driven retail niche, leveraging its scale to secure exclusive product lines and favorable supplier terms. Its competitive moat is reinforced by high-quality customer service from expert staff and a strong community-focused digital presence.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$0.66
Market Cap$50M
P/E (TTM)16.67
P/E (Forward)14.60
Price/Book0.89
Return on Equity5.1%
Return on Invested Capital5.0%
Debt/Equity31.21
Gross Margin37.6%
Operating Margin0.4%
Revenue Growth10.5%
Free Cash Flow$2M

Angling Direct PLC operates in the Specialty Retail industry, part of the Consumer Cyclical sector (United Kingdom).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Angling Direct PLC’s (ANG.L) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Angling Direct PLC (ANG.L) is 66/100, with a Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (54), Value (51), and Momentum (46) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Angling Direct PLC have an economic moat?
Angling Direct PLC (ANG.L) has a Quality factor score of 54/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Angling Direct PLC a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Angling Direct PLC (ANG.L) is Buy, based on a StockRank of 66/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Angling Direct PLC in?
Angling Direct PLC (ANG.L) operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Specialty Retail industry (United Kingdom).
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