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3i Group plc (III.L)
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Jul 8, 2026, 12:00 amThis summary was created by AI, based on 2 opinions in the last 12 months.
3i Group plc is currently facing challenges primarily due to the underperformance of its largest investment, Action stores, which constitute approximately 75% of its net asset value (NAV). Despite this weakness since November 2025, analysts remain optimistic about Action's growth prospects, particularly in Europe where it operates around 3,000 stores across 13 countries. The company sees potential for nearly 5,000 additional stores, suggesting significant room for expansion in the retail sector. Both reviews highlight the company's unique model of relying solely on internal shareholder capital for investments, distinguishing it from peers. Consequently, despite current stock weakness, a recovery is anticipated within the next 18 months, supported by Action's ongoing growth and opportunities in new markets such as Asia and potentially the U.S.
Investment company run in a private-equity style -- buy a company, lever it up, sell at (hopefully) 2-3x what they paid. But uniquely, all capital is only internal shareholder capital -- no funds, no outside investments.
Largest investment (about 75% of company value) is in Action, a discount store right across continental Europe. One of the best stories in retail growth on sales and locations. Opportunities in Asia and, perhaps, US. Scale is a big advantage. (Price target in pounds.) Yield is 2.43%.
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What is 3i Group plc stock symbol?
3i Group plc is a OTC stock, trading under the symbol III.L (previously III-LON on Stockchase) on the London Stock Exchange (III-LN). It is usually referred to as LSE:III or III.L
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In the last year, 2 stock analysts issued a Buy, Sell, or Hold rating on III.L (previously III-LON on Stockchase). 2 analysts recommended to BUY and 0 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst rating is TOP PICK. Read the latest stock experts' ratings for 3i Group plc.
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3i Group plc was recommended as a Top Pick by Jamie Murray on 2026-01-07. Read the latest stock experts ratings for 3i Group plc.
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On 2024-06-27, 3i Group plc (III.L) stock closed at a price of $2,999.00.
Investment company with private-equity holdings. Stock weak since November 2025 when Action stores (making up 75% of its NAV) saw a big slowdown. Action is like a Dollarama. As a whole, Action is growing quickly in Europe, with 3000 stores in Europe across 13 countries. Company sees potential for almost 5000 more stores.
(Analysts’ price target is $3262.00)He expects a recovery over next 18 months. (Target price in pounds.) Yield is 3.25%.