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VP Stock Chart & Stats
490.00 p
-1.00 p(-0.21%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
490.00 p
-1.00 p(-0.21%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range420.00 p - 608.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume12.84K
Average Volume (3M)20.52K
Market Cap
£201.48M
Enterprise Value390.36M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£21.27M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£233.84M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.27
Next Earnings
Dec 01, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield7.71%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.13
Shares Outstanding40,154,250
10 Day Avg. Volume28,590
30 Day Avg. Volume20,518
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.23
Price to Book (P/B)1.36
Price to Sales (P/S)0.50
P/FCF Ratio118.21
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)0.6
Revenue Forecast (FY)£352.86M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Positive Operating Cash FlowPositive operating cash flow during a loss year shows that the company’s operations continued to generate cash before investment requirements. This provides some internal funding capacity and supports ongoing business activity, although the lower level versus 2025 limits the strength of this benefit.
Stable Gross MarginA relatively stable gross margin indicates that the company has retained broadly consistent economics at the gross profit level despite revenue pressure. This offers a foundation for recovery if operating costs are controlled, even though weaker EBIT shows that profitability below gross profit remains challenged.
Stable Asset BaseBroadly stable total assets suggest that the company has maintained its underlying operating asset base rather than experiencing a material contraction. That stability can support continuity of the business over the next several months, although the benefit is tempered by higher leverage and reduced equity.
Bears Say
Revenue ContractionFlat revenue over several years followed by a 2026 decline points to limited top-line momentum and weak recent demand or activity levels. Persistent stagnation can restrict operating leverage, reduce reinvestment capacity, and make future margin improvement harder to achieve.
Inconsistent ProfitabilityRepeated loss years and a sharp reduction in EBIT margin indicate that earnings are not yet dependable across the cycle. Inconsistent profitability weakens the company’s ability to build equity internally, absorb setbacks, and fund growth without relying more heavily on external capital.
Rising Leverage And Weak Free Cash FlowHigher leverage combined with sharply compressed free cash flow reduces financial flexibility and limits the company’s ability to de-risk its balance sheet. With less surplus cash available after investment needs, debt sensitivity and exposure to further earnings volatility remain elevated.
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VP FAQ
What was Vp plc’s price range in the past 12 months?
Vp plc lowest share price was 420.00 p and its highest was 608.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is Vp plc’s market cap?
Vp plc’s market cap is £201.48M.
When is Vp plc’s upcoming earnings report date?
Vp plc’s upcoming earnings report date is Dec 01, 2026 which is in 55 days.
How were Vp plc’s earnings last quarter?
Vp plc released its earnings results on Jun 10, 2026. The company reported -0.335 p earnings per share for the quarter.
Is Vp plc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Vp plc’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Vp plc pay dividends?
Vp plc pays a Semiannually dividend of 28 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 7.71%. See more information on Vp plc dividends here
What is Vp plc’s EPS estimate?
Vp plc’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Vp plc have?
Vp plc has 40,154,250 shares outstanding.
What happened to Vp plc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Vp plc reported an EPS of -0.335 p in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.092%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Vp plc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:VP
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Vp Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-3.29%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
7.71%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-4.06%
Trailing 12-Months
Learn more about TipRanks Smart Score
Company Description
Vp plc
Vp plc is a prominent international provider of equipment hire and related services, with significant operations across the United Kingdom. Its extensive offerings are delivered through a portfolio of distinct business segments. UK Forks specializes in the rental of telescopic handlers and tracked access platforms for the construction and housebuilding sectors. Brandon Hire Station caters to industrial, construction, and domestic customers with a wide array of tools and specialist products. ESS provides crucial safety, survey, communication, and test and measurement equipment. Groundforce supplies excavation support systems and specialized products to the water, civil engineering, and construction industries. TPA delivers portable roadways and temporary access solutions for clients in transmission, construction, rail, and outdoor events. MEP Hire focuses on mechanical and electrical press fittings and low-level access platforms for construction, fit-out, mechanical, and electrical markets. Torrent Trackside supports rail infrastructure with portable plants and services for Network Rail, London Underground, and their contractors. Airpac Rentals offers specialized services including well testing, pipeline testing, rig maintenance, and LNG and geothermal drilling. Lastly, the TR Group provides solutions for test and measurement, communications, calibration, and audio-visual needs. Founded in 1950, the company was originally known as Vibroplant plc, adopting its current name, Vp plc, in 2000. Headquartered in Harrogate, UK, Vp plc operates as a subsidiary of Ackers P Investment Company Limited.
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