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VP PLC
LON:VP.
Vp PLC is a service based group providing equipment rental and associated services to a range of market sectors. Floated on the London Stock Exchange in 1973, Vp now comprises 6 business divisions:- Groundforce, UK Forks, Airpac Bukom Oilfield Services, Hire Station, Torrent Trackside and TPA. Vp is traded in the ISDX Exchange HERE
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VP seeks buyer for company
The company says it is not in discussions with, nor has it received an approach from any potential acquirer, and that it is not confident an offer will be made
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Spectris boosted by strong start to the year and share buyback
A look at the major movers on the London market on Thursday
Vp's share price doesn’t reflect rental firm’s recovery, says Berenberg
Vp currently trades 14% below its pre-pandemic share price
VP slapped £11mln fine by UK competition watchdog
The CMA found a breach of competition by three major suppliers of groundworks products for hire
VP posts record profit but delays dividend due to coronavirus disruption
The equipment rental firm said trading in April was “very weak" due to the pandemic, however, May had improved and it anticipated a “slow, incremental recovery over the coming months”
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CloudCall flying high after US contract win
A look at the day's major movers, including Vianet, AO World, Chamberlin, Driver, Gooch & Housego, Keras, Renalytix and Vp.
Vp up as equipment rental specialist says full-year results to be well ahead of prior year and in line with expectations
The FTSE All-Share listed firm said that, since its interim results announcement on 27 November 2018, the group has made further progress both within the UK and the International divisions
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Troubled retail sector in focus as Quiz, Topps Tiles and Pets at Home report latest results
The day ahead includes full year results from Topps Tiles and Pets at Home along with interims from Quiz and Pennon
Vp hits profit record amid signs of oil market recovery
A first contribution from Brandon Hire, acquired in November for £69mln, helped underlying profit jump 16%
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EasyJet to report lower full year profits amid tough competition and higher costs
The day ahead includes full year results from EasyJet and a trading update from Kingfisher
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Proactive news round-up: StatPro Group, Bushveld Minerals, Hurricane Energy ...
A glance at some of the stories on the Proactive newswire today
Vp's £3.6mln acquisition will expand UK reach
Growing equipment rental group Vp plc has bought Hertfordshire based Jackson Mechanical Services (JMS) for £3.6 million in cash.
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Possible subsidy boon for Drax undermined by energy prices
Drax, Dixon Carphone, Aggreko and VP were among the companies in the broker spotlight on Wednesday.
Wednesday's agenda: Osborne's autumn statement catches the eye
The Chancellor will likely make new announcements on budget savings are his tax credit changes were rejected by the House of Lords