Vp plc (GB:VP)
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VP Stock Chart & Stats
550.00 p
0.00 p(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
550.00 p
0.00 p(0.00%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range420.00 p - 666.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.52K
Average Volume (3M)22.50K
Market Cap
£186.46M
Enterprise Value408.08M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£24.88M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£246.50M
Price to Earnings (P/E)7.5
Beta0.54
Next Earnings
Jun 10, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield7.52%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.33
Shares Outstanding40,154,250
10 Day Avg. Volume7,413
30 Day Avg. Volume22,495
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.04
Price to Book (P/B)1.40
Price to Sales (P/S)0.56
P/FCF Ratio29.89
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)£352.85M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Profitability ReboundThe swing to positive net margin (~3.8%) and higher EBIT margin (~8.5%) in 2025 indicates the company can restore operating profitability after recent losses. Durable margins improve internal funding capacity, lower the probability of covenant stress, and support reinvestment and dividend sustainability over the next several months.
Operating Cash Flow StrengthSustained operating cash flow of roughly £81m provides a durable source of liquidity to service working capital, fund capex and meet near-term obligations. Strong OCF versus thin FCF suggests underlying business generates cash from operations, which supports resilience in a capital-intensive rental/leasing model.
Revenue Stability And Modest GrowthA stable revenue base with a modest rebound reduces execution risk in a cyclical rental sector and underpins operating leverage as margins recover. Predictable top-line performance over recent periods aids planning for fleet utilization, maintenance cycles and customer retention strategies over the medium term.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageDebt exceeding equity (debt-to-equity ~1.44) materially reduces balance-sheet flexibility and raises refinancing and interest-rate sensitivity. With earnings historically volatile, elevated leverage increases the risk of covenant strain or constrained strategic choices if margins or cash flow deteriorate in coming quarters.
Thin, Uneven Free Cash FlowFree cash flow of about £7m with notable year-to-year swings limits capacity to consistently pay down debt, invest selectively, or sustain high dividends. Weak FCF relative to operating cash flow and income reduces the margin for error and heightens reliance on external funding during adverse cycles.
Profitability VolatilityA history of material profit swings and intermittent losses undermines predictability of earnings and cash generation. When combined with elevated leverage and thin FCF, this volatility increases downside risk to credit metrics and impedes confident multi-quarter planning for reinvestment or capital returns.
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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 666.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is Vp plc’s market cap?
Vp plc’s market cap is £186.46M.
When is Vp plc’s upcoming earnings report date?
Vp plc’s upcoming earnings report date is Jun 10, 2026 which is in 44 days.
How were Vp plc’s earnings last quarter?
Vp plc released its earnings results on Nov 27, 2025. The company reported 0.33 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of 0.244 p by 0.086 p.
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 11.5 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 7.52%. 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 0.33 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of 0.244 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.818%.
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?
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Vp Stock Smart Score
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-0.32%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
5.34%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
6.93%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Vp plc
Vp plc provides equipment rental and associated services in the United Kingdom and internationally. It operates through UK Forks, Brandon Hire Station, ESS, Groundforce, TPA, MEP Hire, Torrent Trackside, Airpac Rentals, and TR Group businesses. The UK Forks business engages in the rental of telescopic handlers and tracked access platforms use for construction and housebuilding sites. The Brandon Hire Station business is involved in the rental of tools and specialist products to the industry and construction markets, as well as homeowners. The ESS business engages in the rental of safety, survey, communication, and test and measurement equipment. The Groundforce business rents excavation support systems and specialist products to the water, civil engineering, and construction industries. The TPA business provides portable roadways and temporary access solutions to customers in the transmission, construction, rail, and outdoor events markets. The MEP Hire business offers mechanical and electrical press fittings, and low level access platforms to the construction, fit out, mechanical, and electrical markets. The Torrent Trackside business supplies rail infrastructure portable plants and related trackside services to Network Rail and London Underground, as well as their appointed track renewal, maintenance, and project contractors. The Airpac Rentals business offers well test, pipeline testing, rig maintenance, and LNG and geothermal drilling services. The TR Group business rents test and measurement, communications, calibration, and audio visual solutions. The company was formerly known as Vibroplant plc and changed its name to Vp plc in 2000. Vp plc was incorporated in 1950 and is headquartered in Harrogate, the United Kingdom. Vp plc is a subsidiary of Ackers P Investment Company Limited.
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