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LON:VP

VP - VP Share Forecast, Price & News

GBX 674
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(As of 03/31/2023 12:00 AM ET)
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Today's Range
664.56
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674
50-Day Range
660
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720
52-Week Range
N/A
Volume
13,942 shs
Average Volume
390 shs
Market Capitalization
£270.61 million
P/E Ratio
1,069.84
Dividend Yield
5.34%
Price Target
GBX 1,040

VP MarketRank™ Forecast

Analyst Rating
Buy
3.00 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
54.3% Upside
GBX 1,040 Price Target
Short Interest
N/A
Dividend Strength
Weak
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
N/A
News Sentiment
0.10mentions of VP in the last 14 days
Based on 32 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.

2.05 out of 5 stars

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About VP (LON:VP) Stock

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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VP Stock News Headlines

April 1, 2023 | reuters.com
VP Harris renews U.S. support for agriculture in Zambia
April 1, 2023 | msn.com
Barcelona VP confirms talks for Messi return
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VP Harris Praises President for Strengthening Democracy
April 1, 2023 | msn.com
Remember my time fondly: US VP Kamala Harris visits Indian grandfather's house in Zambia
April 1, 2023 | msn.com
Xbox VP Tells PlayStation Fans Activision Blizzard Games 'Will Continue to Be There'
March 31, 2023 | msn.com
Bengals VP comments on Joe Mixon's status with team
March 31, 2023 | msn.com
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March 31, 2023 | msn.com
Xbox VP's goal to bring Activision Blizzard into a “culture of diversity” is easier said than done
March 31, 2023 | msn.com
Rahul Row: At Rising India Summit, VP Criticises Those Who 'Go to Other Countries and Run Down Their Own'
March 31, 2023 | msn.com
Women’s History Month spotlight: Karen Slade VP/GM KJLH
March 30, 2023 | benzinga.com
Quantcast Appoints VP of Commercial, North America
March 30, 2023 | msn.com
Conservatives mock Kamala Harris over claims blundering VP has finally 'found her footing' in Africa
March 30, 2023 | msn.com
Former VP Mike Pence invokes Ronald Reagan in deep-blue Johnson County at GOP fundraiser
March 29, 2023 | nypost.com
VP Kamala Harris holds back tears during visit to African slave fort
March 29, 2023 | msn.com
Pence must testify in Jan. 6 attack probe, judge rules -source
March 29, 2023 | msn.com
Former VP Pence must testify about conversations with Trump before Jan. 6, federal judge says
March 28, 2023 | barrons.com
Touring US VP Harris Calls For More Investments In Africa
March 28, 2023 | msn.com
Federal judge orders former VP Pence to testify in Jan. 6 probe
March 28, 2023 | markets.businessinsider.com
FireKing International Announces New VP of Sales
March 28, 2023 | msn.com
Tanzanian artistes on US VP Spotify Playlist of African music
March 28, 2023 | forbes.com
Kevin Martinez, VP Corporate Citizenship, ESPN: The Changemaker Interview
March 27, 2023 | msn.com
Brazil VP wants to convince central bank high interest rate 'makes no sense'
March 27, 2023 | nypost.com
VP Kamala Harris repeats herself again on first stop of Africa trip
March 27, 2023 | msn.com
VP Harris, in Ghana, addresses human rights amid anti-LGBTQ efforts in Africa
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VP Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 1/11 Dividend
12/08/2022
Dividend Payable
1/11/2023
Today
4/01/2023
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Industry, Sector and Symbol

Stock Exchange
LON
Industry
Rental & Leasing Services
Sub-Industry
N/A
Sector
Business Services
Current Symbol
LON:VP
CUSIP
N/A
CIK
N/A
Web
www.vpplc.com
Phone
+44-1423-533400
Fax
N/A
Employees
2,414
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
+54.3%
Consensus Rating
Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
3.00
Research Coverage
1 Analysts

Profitability

EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)
GBX 0.63
Trailing P/E Ratio
1,069.84
Forward P/E Ratio
8.19
P/E Growth
N/A
Net Income
£25.55 million
Net Margins
7.07%
Pretax Margin
N/A
Return on Equity
15.52%
Return on Assets
5.71%

Debt

Debt-to-Equity Ratio
125.01
Current Ratio
1.17
Quick Ratio
1.08

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
£361.30 million
Price / Sales
0.75
Cash Flow
GBX 22.28 per share
Price / Cash Flow
30.25
Book Value
GBX 433 per share
Price / Book
1.56

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares
40,150,000
Free Float
N/A
Market Cap
£270.61 million
Optionable
Not Optionable
Beta
0.77

Key Executives

  • Mr. Jeremy F. G. Pilkington B.A. (Age 72)
    BA (Hons), Exec. Chairman
    Comp: $987k
  • Mr. Neil A. Stothard F.C.A. (Age 65)
    FCA, M.A., MA, Chief Exec., Group MD & Exec. Director
    Comp: $777k
  • Ms. Allison M. Bainbridge F.C.A. (Age 62)
    FCA, M.A., MA, Exec. Officer
    Comp: $576k

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VP Stock - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell VP stock right now?

1 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for VP in the last twelve months. There are currently 1 buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "buy" VP shares.
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What is VP's stock price forecast for 2023?

1 brokerages have issued 12-month price objectives for VP's shares. Their VP share price forecasts range from GBX 1,040 to GBX 1,040. On average, they anticipate the company's stock price to reach GBX 1,040 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 54.3% from the stock's current price.
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How have VP shares performed in 2023?

VP's stock was trading at GBX 685 at the beginning of 2023. Since then, VP stock has decreased by 1.6% and is now trading at GBX 674.
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How often does VP pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for VP?

VP announced a dividend on Tuesday, November 29th. Stockholders of record on Thursday, December 8th will be paid a dividend of GBX 11 per share on Wednesday, January 11th. This represents a dividend yield of 1.64%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, December 8th. The official announcement can be accessed at this link.
Read our dividend analysis for VP.

Is VP a good dividend stock?

VP (LON:VP) pays an annual dividend of GBX 36 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 5.42%. VP has a dividend yield higher than 75% of all dividend-paying stocks, making it a leading dividend payer. The dividend payout ratio is 5,714.29%. 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 674.

How much money does VP make?

VP (LON:VP) has a market capitalization of £270.61 million and generates £361.30 million in revenue each year. The company earns £25.55 million in net income (profit) each year or GBX 0.63 on an earnings per share basis.

How many employees does VP have?

The company employs 2,414 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 4/1/2023 by MarketBeat.com Staff