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Victrex plc

UBS analyst reiterated a Sell rating on Victrex today and set a price target of p575.00.Claim 55% Off TipRanksUnlock hedge fund-level data and powerful investing tools for smarter, sharper decisions Discover top-performing stock ideas and upgrade to a portfolio of market leaders with Smart Investor Picks Currently, the analyst consensus on Victrex is a Hold with an average price target of p630.00.

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Victrex (VCT) Gets a Sell from UBS

Victrex plc (LON:VCT) has received a consensus recommendation of "Hold" from six brokerages covering the stock. One analyst rated it as a sell, three as hold, and two as buy. The average 1-year price target is GBX 720.83. Recent reports include a buy rating from Canaccord Genuity with a GBX 725 target, while UBS set a sell rating at GBX 575. Victrex shares traded at GBX 589.54, with a market cap of £513.63 million and a PE ratio of 18.54. The company reported GBX 17.20 EPS for the last quarter.

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Victrex plc (LON:VCT) Receives Consensus Recommendation of "Hold" from Brokerages

Manufacturer Victrex to axe 10th of jobs after plunging to loss - It will cut the jobs in the third quarter of 2026 as a result, primarily in central operations rather than customer-facing roles.

Manufacturer Victrex to axe 10th of jobs after plunging to loss

Victrex (LON:VCT) reported earnings of GBX 17.20 per share for the quarter, with revenue of £147.10 million. The company experienced a 1% revenue increase in H1, but profitability declined, with underlying profit before tax down 18% to £19 million. A non-cash impairment of £60.6 million was recorded for its China plant. Management is implementing restructuring actions, including a 10% global headcount reduction. Analysts have mixed ratings, with a consensus price target of GBX 750 and a current rating of "Hold."

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Victrex (LON:VCT) Issues Earnings Results

Victrex reported a 1% rise in interim revenue to £147.1m but an 18% fall in underlying pre-tax profit to £19m due to a weaker sales mix and pricing pressures. The company faced a reported pre-tax loss of £44m after a significant impairment. A profit improvement plan is underway, aiming for £10m in annual savings by FY 2027. Victrex plans a capital markets day in September to outline its strategy, with a full-year profit guidance of £42m–£44m. Analysts rate the stock as a Hold with a price target of £625.00.

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Pembroke VCT B (LON:PEMB) reported its quarterly earnings, revealing an EPS of GBX 0.10 and revenue of GBX 132 million. The company achieved a net margin of 34.57% and a return on equity of 1.23%. Shares remained flat at GBX 92, with a market capitalization of £258.34 million. Established in 2013, Pembroke VCT focuses on growth-stage companies in various sectors, aiming to support innovative founders and management teams.

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