LON:VP

VP (VP) Share Forecast, Price & News

GBX 522.50

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(As of 09/26/2023 ET)

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Today's Range: 511
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50-Day Range: 504.50
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585
52-Week Range: 482
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Volume: 11,177 shs
Average Volume: 390 shs
Market Capitalization: £209.78 million

P/E Ratio: 900.86
Dividend Yield: 7.27%
Price Target: GBX 1,040

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VP MarketRank™ Forecast

Analyst Rating: Buy
3.00 Rating Score
Upside/Downside: 99.0% Upside
GBX 1,040 Price Target
Short Interest: N/A
Dividend Strength: Weak
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability: N/A
News Sentiment: -0.02
Based on 34 Articles This Week
Insider Trading: N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth: N/A

Overall MarketRank^™

MarketRank is calculated as an average of available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

1.97 out of 5 stars

3.5

Analyst's Opinion

Consensus Rating
VP has received a consensus rating of Buy. The company's average rating score is 3.00, and is based on 1 buy rating, no hold ratings, and no sell ratings.
Price Target Upside/Downside
According to analysts' consensus price target of GBX 1,040, VP has a forecasted upside of 99.0% from its current price of GBX 522.50.
Amount of Analyst Coverage
VP has received no research coverage in the past 90 days.

N/A

Short Interest

Short Interest
There is no current short interest data available for VP.

1.7

Dividend Strength

Dividend Leadership
VP is a leading dividend payer. It pays a dividend yield of 7.21%, putting its dividend yield in the top 25% of dividend-paying stocks.
Dividend Growth
VP does not have a long track record of dividend growth.
Dividend Coverage
The dividend payout ratio of VP is 6,551.72%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable.

N/A

Sustainability and ESG

Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Score
There is no current Upright™ data available for VP.

1.1

News and Social Media Coverage

News Sentiment
VP has a news sentiment score of -0.02. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a lower news sentiment than the 0.39 average news sentiment score of Industrials companies.
News Coverage This Week
MarketBeat has tracked 34 news articles for VP this week, compared to 34 articles on an average week.

2.5

Company Ownership

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling
In the past three months, VP insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.
Percentage Held by Insiders
56.23% of the stock of VP is held by insiders. A high percentage of insider ownership can be a sign of company health.
Percentage Held by Institutions
41.19% of the stock of VP is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.

0.0

Earnings and Valuation

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market
The P/E ratio of VP is 900.86, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 117.52.
Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector
The P/E ratio of VP is 900.86, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the Industrials sector average P/E ratio of about 487.43.
Price to Book Value per Share Ratio
VP has a P/B Ratio of 1.18. P/B Ratios below 3 indicates that a company is reasonably valued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

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About VP (LON:VP) Stock

Vp plc provides equipment rental and associated services in the United Kingdom and internationally. The company engages in the rental of telescopic handlers and tracked access platforms for construction and housebuilding sites; rental of tools and specialist products to the industry and construction markets, as well as homeowners; and rental of safety, survey, communication, and test and measurement equipment. It also rents excavation support systems and specialist products to the water, civil engineering, and construction industries; provides portable roadways and temporary access solutions to customers in the transmission, construction, rail, and outdoor events markets; offers mechanical and electrical press fittings, and low level access platforms to the construction, fit out, mechanical, and electrical markets; and 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. In addition, it offers well test, pipeline testing, rig maintenance, and LNG and geothermal drilling services. Further, the company 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 operates as a subsidiary of Ackers P Investment Company Limited.

VP Price History

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VP Stock News Headlines

September 27, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com

Invicti's VP of Engineering Kalpana Tummala Honored with SC Media's Women in IT Award

September 26, 2023 | msn.com

VP Harris visits metro Atlanta college on ‘Fight for our Freedoms’ tour

September 27, 2023 | Wall Street Fundamentals (Ad)

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September 26, 2023 | bizjournals.com

Meyer Memorial trust names Kimberly Melton to new VP role

September 26, 2023 | yahoo.com

This Major Donald Trump Supporter Is Allegedly Trying to Shoehorn Her Way Into His Inner Circle for VP Bid

September 26, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com

Former VP Pence talks Fed Chair Powell, UAW strikes, border wall in exclusive YF Live interview

September 26, 2023 | msn.com

VP Harris needs to talk about 'deliverables that African Americans will receive after saving the democracy twice'

September 26, 2023 | msn.com

Is Chiefs’ Jawaan Taylor being targeted by league? Ex-NFL VP of officiating weighs in

September 27, 2023 | Wall Street Fundamentals (Ad)

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September 26, 2023 | msn.com

UAW VP says Stellantis proposals mean job losses; top executive says they won't

September 26, 2023 | msn.com

Youngest female captain in United Airlines history, first female VP of Denver Hub headline "Girls in Aviation Day" at Denver International Airport

September 25, 2023 | nypost.com

How Kamala Harris, the worst VP pick in 50 years, helps a weak Joe Biden

September 25, 2023 | msn.com

EU Parliament's VP Barley to head Germany's SPD at 2024 EU vote

September 25, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com

Are Vp plc's (LON:VP.) Fundamentals Good Enough to Warrant Buying Given The Stock's Recent Weakness?

September 24, 2023 | nypost.com

Rep. Jim Clyburn stops short of calling VP Kamala Harris ‘future’ of Democratic party

September 24, 2023 | msn.com

MLS VP: “Fans who come to watch Messi will fall in love with Cremaschi or Campana”

September 24, 2023 | msn.com

Biden warns against shutdown, makes case for second term with VP at Congressional Black Caucus dinner

September 24, 2023 | msn.com

Conservatives congratulate VP Harris for new role as gun czar after 'bang up job with the border'

September 24, 2023 | reuters.com

Biden, with few options on guns, sets up ceremonial office

September 24, 2023 | msn.com

Trump’s Pick For VP Will Be A Game-Changer

September 23, 2023 | bizjournals.com

Spurs add VP of inclusive engagement to front office lineup

September 23, 2023 | msn.com

Morris named ADB VP for SE Asia

September 23, 2023 | msn.com

Biden Launches First-Ever White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention, VP Harris to Lead

September 23, 2023 | americanbankingnews.com

VP (LON:VP) Share Price Crosses Below 200 Day Moving Average of $615.24

September 22, 2023 | msn.com

‘We are not sacrificial,’ Regional VP of government workers union on looming shutdown

September 22, 2023 | news.yahoo.com

Quavo talks with VP Kamala Harris about gun-violence prevention: 'I need to step up to the plate'

September 22, 2023 | msn.com

Bob Menendez aide asked Hunter Biden partner for then-VP to host 2010 event

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VP Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 8/4 Dividend: 6/22/2023
Dividend Payable: 8/04/2023
Today: 9/27/2023

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Industry, Sector and Symbol

Stock Exchange: LON
Industry: Rental & Leasing Services
Sub-Industry: N/A
Sector: Industrials
Current Symbol: LON:VP
CUSIP: N/A
CIK: N/A
Web: www.vpplc.com
Phone: +44-1423-533400
Fax: N/A
Employees: 2,753
Year Founded: N/A

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Forecast: GBX 1,040
High Stock Price Forecast: GBX 1,040
Low Stock Price Forecast: GBX 1,040
Forecasted Upside/Downside: +99.0%
Consensus Rating: Buy
Rating Score (0-4): 3.00
Research Coverage: 1 Analysts

Profitability

EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year): GBX 0.58
Trailing P/E Ratio: 900.86
Forward P/E Ratio: 6.49
P/E Growth: N/A
Net Income: £23.01 million
Net Margins: 6.19%
Pretax Margin: N/A
Return on Equity: 13.48%
Return on Assets: 5.41%

Debt

Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 116.63
Current Ratio: 1.18
Quick Ratio: 1.08

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales: £371.52 million
Price / Sales: 0.56
Cash Flow: GBX 17.27 per share
Price / Cash Flow: 30.25
Book Value: GBX 442 per share
Price / Book: 1.18

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares: 40,150,000
Free Float: N/A
Market Cap: £209.78 million
Optionable: Not Optionable
Beta: 0.72

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Key Executives

Mr. Jeremy F. G. Pilkington B.A. (Age 72)
BA (Hons), Exec. Chairman
Comp: $754k

Ms. Anna Catherine Bielby F.C.A. (Age 45)
CFO, CEO, Director & Company Sec.
Comp: $346k

Mr. Neil A. Stothard F.C.A. (Age 65)
FCA, M.A., MA, MD & Exec. Director
Comp: $652k

Key Competitors

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VP Stock - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell VP stock right now?: 1 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for VP in the last year. There are currently 1 buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "buy" VP shares.
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What is VP's stock price forecast for 2023?: 1 Wall Street analysts have issued 1-year price targets for VP's shares. Their VP share price forecasts range from GBX 1,040 to GBX 1,040. On average, they expect the company's share price to reach GBX 1,040 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 99.0% from the stock's current price.
View analysts price targets for VP or view top-rated stocks among Wall Street analysts.
How have VP shares performed in 2023?: VP's stock was trading at GBX 685 at the beginning of 2023. Since then, VP shares have decreased by 23.7% and is now trading at GBX 522.50.
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How often does VP pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for VP?: VP declared a dividend on Wednesday, June 7th. Investors of record on Thursday, June 22nd will be given a dividend of GBX 26.50 per share on Friday, August 4th. This represents a dividend yield of 4.11%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, June 22nd. This is a positive change from the stock's previous dividend of GBX 11. The official announcement can be seen at this link.
Read our dividend analysis for VP.
Is VP a good dividend stock?: VP (LON:VP) pays an annual dividend of GBX 38 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 7.21%. VP has a dividend yield higher than 75% of all dividend-paying stocks, making it a leading dividend payer. The dividend payout ratio is 6,551.72%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable.
Read our dividend analysis for VP.
What other stocks do shareholders of VP own?: Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other VP investors own include HSS Hire Group (HSS), Ashtead Group (AHT), Henry Boot (BOOT) and RecycLiCo Battery Materials (AMY).

What is VP's stock symbol?: VP trades on the London Stock Exchange (LON) under the ticker symbol "VP."
How do I buy shares of VP?: Shares of VP stock and other U.K. stocks can be purchased through online brokerage accounts that support trading on the London Stock Exchange (LSX). Some U.K. companies can be purchased through major U.S. brokerages in the form of American Depository Receipts (ADRs), which are placeholder equities held in a trust by a bank that represent shares of a foreign stock.
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What is VP's stock price today?: One share of VP stock can currently be purchased for approximately GBX 522.50.
How much money does VP make?: VP (LON:VP) has a market capitalization of £209.78 million and generates £371.52 million in revenue each year. The company earns £23.01 million in net income (profit) each year or GBX 0.58 on an earnings per share basis.
How many employees does VP have?: The company employs 2,753 workers across the globe.
How can I contact VP?: VP's mailing address is Beckwith Knowle, Central HSE, Otley Road, HARROGATE, HG3 1UD, United Kingdom. The official website for the company is www.vpplc.com. The company can be reached via phone at +44-1423-533400.

This page (LON:VP) was last updated on 9/27/2023 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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VP (VP) Share Forecast, Price & News

VP MarketRank™ Forecast

Overall MarketRank™

Analyst's Opinion

Short Interest

Short Interest

Dividend Strength

Sustainability and ESG

Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Score

News and Social Media Coverage

News Sentiment

News Coverage This Week

Company Ownership

Earnings and Valuation

About VP (LON:VP) Stock

VP Price History

VP Stock News Headlines

VP Company Calendar

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Price Target and Rating

Profitability

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Miscellaneous

Key Executives

Key Competitors

VP Stock - Frequently Asked Questions

Overall MarketRank^™