BUR - NYSE
Burford Capital Limited
$4.56
-5.5%Burford Capital Limited, through its subsidiaries, provides legal finance products and services. The company offers asset management services, including core legal finance, complex strategies, and post-settlement finance. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Saint Peter Port, Guernsey.
At a Glance
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Profitability Analysis
Gross Margin
Exceptional pricing power and cost management. The company retains over half of revenue after direct costs.
Operating Margin
Healthy operating margins demonstrate effective cost control and strong business fundamentals.
Net Profit Margin
Strong net margins indicate efficient operations and favorable tax/interest management.
Effective Tax Rate
Below-average tax rate suggests effective tax planning, favorable jurisdictions, or tax credits.
Profitability Insight
Exceptional profitability across all levels: Strong pricing power, efficient operations, and healthy bottom line indicate a high-quality business with sustainable competitive advantages.
Burford Capital Limited Income Statement
BUR • NYSE
| Burford Capital Limited Income Statement | Dec 2025 | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 | Dec 2020 | Dec 2019 | Dec 2018 | Dec 2017 | Dec 2016 | Dec 2015 | Dec 2014 | Dec 2013 | Dec 2012 | Dec 2011 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
REVENUE | |||||||||||||||
339.9M | 472.2M | 1.1B | 270.6M | 108.1M | 316.7M | 327.6M | 387.6M | 319.1M | 149.8M | 94.1M | 78.5M | 58.6M | 47.5M | 25M | |
GROSS PROFIT | |||||||||||||||
(146.1M) | (131M) | (16.5M) | (75M) | (56.5M) | (4.8M) | (11.2M) | (71.8M) | (53.6M) | (39M) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (10.5M) | (0.0) | (0.0) | |
193.8M | 341.2M | 1.1B | 195.6M | 51.7M | 311.8M | 316.4M | 315.8M | 265.5M | 110.7M | 0.0 | 0.0 | 48.1M | 47.5M | 25M | |
OPERATING INCOME | |||||||||||||||
(109.7M) | (87.6M) | (246.7M) | (86.6M) | (48.9M) | (108M) | (102.1M) | (82.5M) | (69.9M) | (45.7M) | (94.1M) | (78.5M) | (28.7M) | (19.3M) | (9.1M) | |
(53M) | (31.8M) | (254.7M) | (37.9M) | (46.7M) | (99.3M) | (9.6M) | (415K) | (348K) | (315K) | (348K) | (381K) | (359K) | (335K) | (8.6M) | |
84M | 253.6M | 815.7M | 109M | 2.8M | 208.6M | 225.5M | 342.4M | 272.7M | 117.7M | 0.0 | 0.0 | 2.1M | 17M | 15.9M | |
PRE-TAX INCOME | |||||||||||||||
(146.1M) | (131M) | (94.6M) | (75M) | (56.5M) | (39M) | (38.4M) | (38.5M) | (23.5M) | (13.6M) | (8.9M) | (3.5M) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.0) | |
-146.1M | -131M | -94.6M | -75M | -56.5M | -39M | -14.7M | -36.7M | -16M | -8.6M | -464K | 13.4M | 7.7M | 6M | 1.8M | |
(56.7M) | (55.8M) | -8M | (48.7M) | (2.2M) | (8.7M) | (92.5M) | (82.1M) | (69.6M) | (45.4M) | (93.7M) | (78.1M) | (28.4M) | (19M) | (434K) | |
0.0 | 0.0 | -77.4M | 0.0 | 0.0 | -28.3M | 225.5M | -38.5M | -24.3M | -20.1M | 67.9M | 47.3M | -40.4M | -67K | 0.0 | |
84M | 253.6M | 738.3M | 109M | 2.8M | 208.6M | 225.5M | 305.1M | 249.2M | 104.1M | 67.9M | 47.3M | 2.1M | 16.9M | 15.9M | |
NET INCOME | |||||||||||||||
(11.8M) | (24M) | (20.1M) | (11.6M) | (9.7M) | (36.9M) | (13.4M) | -12.5M | -123K | -4.8M | (2.2M) | (687K) | -519K | -423K | (0.0) | |
62.6M | 146.5M | 610.5M | 30.5M | -28.8M | 143.3M | 212.1M | 317.6M | 249.3M | 108.9M | 65.7M | 46.6M | 2.7M | 17.4M | 15.9M |
SEC Filings
BUR - Filing history and reports
| Filing Type | Filing Date | Period Ending | Fiscal Year | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | May 14, 2026 | May 13, 2026 | 2026 | |
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | May 08, 2026 | May 08, 2026 | 2026 | |
10-Q 10-Q 2026 Q1 Q1 | May 08, 2026 | March 31, 2026 | 2026 | |
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2026 N/A | April 02, 2026 | May 13, 2026 | 2026 | |
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | March 27, 2026 | March 27, 2026 | 2026 | |
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | March 06, 2026 | March 03, 2026 | 2026 | |
10-K 10-K 2025 FY FY | February 26, 2026 | December 31, 2025 | 2025 | |
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | February 26, 2026 | February 25, 2026 | 2026 | |
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | January 15, 2026 | January 15, 2026 | 2026 | |
8-K 8-K 2025 N/A | November 25, 2025 | November 24, 2025 | 2025 |
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