
The Quarto Group, Inc. is a leading international publisher specializing in illustrated books and intellectual property products. Catering to a broad demographic, including adults, children, and families, the company's reach extends across the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, and other global regions. Its operations are strategically divided into two core segments: US Publishing and UK Publishing. The company boasts an extensive and diverse catalog, creating and publishing books across a multitude of categories. These range from culinary topics like baby food, various cooking methods, and dietary guides (including vegan and vegetarian options), to arts and culture encompassing graphic design, photography, music, and graphic novels. Their offerings also delve into humanities and social sciences, covering biography, history, economics, and political science, alongside STEM subjects such as computers, science, and engineering. Furthermore, Quarto produces lifestyle content, including gardening, home improvement, health, and wellness. Beyond traditional books, they also develop related stationery and gift items, such as guided journals, coloring books, and themed collections. These diverse products are distributed through a wide array of sales channels, including specialized accounts, traditional booksellers, major retailers, wholesale partners, and various online platforms. The Quarto Group, Inc. was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.
The Quarto Group, Inc. trades as QRT.L on LSE. The company is classified in Communication Services / Publishing and reports in GBP.
The current profile places the business in Publishing. This section is intended to summarize the operating segments, products, geographies, and main revenue lines from official filings.
Latest available fiscal data shows £141.02M of revenue and £16.61M of net income.
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Current signals to investigate include market capitalization of £57.24M, beta of 0.47, and return on equity of +24.7%.
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Company website: https://www.quarto.com
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