Standard Chartered (LON:STAN) Hits New 1-Year High - Time to Buy?

Standard Chartered PLC (LON:STAN) has reached a new milestone as shares hit a 52-week high during midday trading on Thursday. The stock was recorded at a peak price of GBX 1,086.50 (approximately $13.53) before settling at GBX 1,085 ($13.51). The trading session saw a significant volume, with 17,092,346 shares changing hands compared to its previous close at GBX 1,082 ($13.47).

Standard Chartered Price Overview

The company boasts a market capitalization of £26.61 billion. It has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 1,248.28, along with a P/E/G ratio of 0.80 and a beta of 0.85. For those who follow trends, the 50-day simple moving average for the stock stands at GBX 1,001.59, while the 200-day simple moving average is at GBX 860.19.

Company Background

Standard Chartered PLC operates across various regions including Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and the Americas. Through its subsidiaries, the bank offers a range of banking services that fall into three main segments: Corporate, Commercial & Institutional Banking; Consumer, Private & Business Banking; and Ventures.

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