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Vianet Group PLC (GB:VNET)
LSE:VNET

Vianet Group plc (VNET) Price & Analysis

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VNET Stock Chart & Stats

73.00 p
0.00 p(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
73.00 p
0.00 p(0.00%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Cash GenerationVianet's strong free cash flow growth and high operating-cash-to-net-income ratios indicate durable cash conversion from operations. Robust cash generation supports reinvestment in IoT/analytics, funds dividends and strategic upgrades without relying on external financing, enhancing long-term flexibility.
Balance Sheet StrengthA very low leverage profile and high equity ratio signal conservative capital structure and financial resilience. This reduces refinancing and interest-rate risk, giving the company capacity to fund technology transitions and M&A opportunistically while preserving operational stability over the medium term.
Strategic Initiatives & LeadershipManagement's strategic push — upgrading connectivity to 4G, investing in AI/analytics, a higher interim dividend and a new CFO — represents a structural shift toward higher-value services and stronger governance. These moves can expand addressable markets and improve recurring revenue durability.
Bears Say
Recent Revenue DeclineA drop in revenue year-over-year suggests challenges retaining or growing customer spend in core segments. If not reversed, weaker top-line trends can limit operating leverage, constrain margin expansion and reduce the ability to scale investments in devices and analytics over the next several quarters.
End-Market ConcentrationHeavy exposure to hospitality and retail creates structural cyclicality and sensitivity to footfall and consumer spending patterns. Prolonged softness in these sectors would pressure device deployments, subscription renewals and growth visibility, increasing earnings volatility over a multi-quarter horizon.
Modest Return On EquityROE at ~3.2% remains low despite improvement, signalling limited effectiveness converting equity into profit. Persistently modest returns constrain shareholder value creation and may necessitate continued high cash retention or slower capital deployment to improve competitiveness and long-term growth.

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VNET FAQ

What was Vianet Group PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Vianet Group PLC lowest share price was 55.00 p and its highest was 98.00 p in the past 12 months.
    What is Vianet Group PLC’s market cap?
    Vianet Group PLC’s market cap is £17.91M.
      When is Vianet Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Vianet Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Jun 16, 2026 which is in 68 days.
        How were Vianet Group PLC’s earnings last quarter?
        Vianet Group PLC released its earnings results on Dec 02, 2025. The company reported 0.008 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 0.008 p.
          Is Vianet Group PLC overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Vianet Group PLC’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Vianet Group PLC pay dividends?
            Vianet Group PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 0.4 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.14%. See more information on Vianet Group PLC dividends here
              What is Vianet Group PLC’s EPS estimate?
              Vianet Group PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Vianet Group PLC have?
              Vianet Group PLC has 28,425,163 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Vianet Group PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Vianet Group PLC reported an EPS of 0.008 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.64%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Vianet Group PLC?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:VNET
                  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

                    Company Description

                    Vianet Group PLC

                    Vianet Group plc provides data services, actionable management information, and business insights in the United Kingdom, rest of Europe, the United States, and Canada. It operates through Smart Zones and Smart Machines segments. The company offers SmartContact, a contactless payment solution for vending machines, self-service, and unattended retail markets; SmartVend, a vending management software system; iDraught, a draught beer quality and waste management system; SmartInsight, which provides actionable data and insights through interactive reporting; SmartAcademy which offers a range of e-learning videos and face to face training courses to support the business; and SmartMetrics, a telemetry solution that offers data capture and machine management services. It also rents fluid monitoring, machine monitoring, and contactless payment equipment. The company was founded in 1995 and is based in Stockton-on-Tees, the United Kingdom.

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