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Vp plc (GB:VP)
LSE:VP
UK Market

Vp (VP) Price & Analysis

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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%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Profitability ReboundThe 2025 swing to positive net margin (~3.8%) and higher EBIT margin (~8.5%) indicates the company regained operating control and pricing or cost discipline. Durable margin recovery supports sustainable earnings, improves debt coverage and funds strategic reinvestment if maintained across cycles.
Solid Operating Cash FlowConsistent operating cash flow (~£81m) provides a reliable internal funding source for working capital, maintenance capex and interest, enhancing financial resilience. Strong OCF reduces dependence on external financing and underpins capacity to stabilize the business through slower periods.
Revenue Stability With Modest GrowthStable revenues and a modest 2025 rebound suggest steady end-market demand and recurring rental/leasing income. Predictable top-line performance supports planning, utilization gains and incremental margin improvement as fixed costs are leveraged over stable cash-generative operations.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageDebt-to-equity around 1.44 materially reduces balance-sheet flexibility and raises sensitivity to earnings shocks. Elevated leverage increases interest costs and refinancing risk, constraining strategic options and amplifying downside if operating performance reverts or capital markets tighten.
Thin, Uneven Free Cash FlowWeak FCF limits the firm's ability to reduce leverage, sustain dividends or invest for growth without external funding. Volatility in FCF increases financing and execution risk, making long-term capital allocation and debt repayment plans fragile when combined with elevated leverage.
Earnings Volatility/history Of LossesRepeated swings to loss years indicate structural sensitivity to cyclical demand or execution issues. This volatility undermines predictability for creditors and investors, raising the likelihood of covenant stress under high leverage and complicating multi-year strategic planning.

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 £176.19M.
      When is Vp plc’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Vp plc’s upcoming earnings report date is Jun 10, 2026 which is in 65 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 0.25 p by 0.08 p.
          Is Vp plc overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Vp plc’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            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 0.25 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?
                  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

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                    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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