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Vertu Motors Plc(LSE) VTU

Market Cap£257.32MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (2006)+95%
5 Year+67%
1 Year+42%
1 Month+6%
£0.84
-1.13%
-0.01Today
Vertu Motors Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 85.002026-08-20
Vertu Motors Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+1.19%GBX 84.002026-08-13
1 month+6.38%GBX 79.902026-07-21
3 month+34.92%GBX 63.002026-05-22
Year to date+36.22%GBX 62.402025-12-31
1 year+41.67%GBX 60.002025-08-20
3 year+21.43%GBX 70.002023-08-21
5 year+66.67%GBX 51.002021-08-20
Since inception+95.04%GBX 0.442006-12-20

Vertu Motors Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£257.32MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

£9.60B

Net Income (TTM)

£32.73M

EPS (TTM)

£0.04

P/E Ratio

18.60

Dividend

£0.02

Beta (Volatility)

0.09 (Low)

Price

£0.84

Volume

59,673

Open

£0.83

Previous Close

£0.85

Daily Range

£0.83 - £0.85

52-Week Range

£0.55 - £0.86

Estimated Earnings Date

Oct 14, 2026

VTU News

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About Vertu Motors Plc

Vertu Motors plc is a prominent automotive retail group operating extensively across the United Kingdom. The company specializes in the sale of new and pre-owned vehicles, motorcycles, and commercial vehicles, complemented by a range of aftersales services.

Products and Services
  • Sale of new and pre-owned cars and motorcycles
  • Comprehensive aftersales services including servicing and parts
  • Vehicle financing and insurance products
Growth Outlook
  • Revenue of £2.32 billion in the latest quarter indicates strong market demand
  • Operating income of £11.89 million reflects operational efficiency
  • Net income of £354,000 shows resilience in challenging market conditions
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of £9.56 billion demonstrates consistent growth
  • Dividend yield of 2.47% offers attractive returns to shareholders
  • Current ratio of 1.02 indicates solid liquidity position
Vertu Motors plc has established itself as a key player in the automotive retail sector, managing 150 franchised dealerships under well-known brands. The company’s diverse portfolio includes a wide range of manufacturers, ensuring a comprehensive offering to customers. Recent financial performance highlights a robust revenue stream and operational efficiency, positioning the company favorably for future growth. The solid dividend yield further enhances its appeal to potential investors. With a focus on both new and used vehicles, alongside aftersales services, Vertu Motors is well-equipped to navigate the evolving automotive landscape.
AI Generated • Aug 11, 2026

Industry

Specialty Retail

Sector

Consumer Discretionary

Employees

7,257

CEO

Robert Thomas Forrester

Website

www.vertumotors.com

Headquarters

Gateshead, TY NE11 0XA, GB

VTU Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

10.29%

Operating Margin

0.79%

Net Income Margin

0.30%

Return on Equity

4.05%

Return on Capital

5.40%

Return on Assets

0.94%

Earnings Yield

5.38%

Dividend Yield

2.41%

Payout Ratio

44.27%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£257.32MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

302.73M

Volume

59.67K

Avg. Volume

897.12K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£1.01B

Operating Income

£81.22M

EBITDA

£171.28M

Operating Cash Flow

£127.36M

Capital Expenditure

-£46.81M

Free Cash Flow

£80.55M

Cash & ST Invst.

£73.08M

Total Debt

£232.34M

Vertu Motors Plc Performance Analysis

Vertu Motors Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20232023-02-28GBP 4,014,544,00011.1%
20242024-02-29GBP 4,686,280,00016.7%
20252025-02-28GBP 4,763,926,0001.7%
20262026-02-28GBP 4,833,796,0001.5%
Vertu Motors Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-08-318.5%
Q42025-02-28-8.9%
Q22025-08-3110.5%
Q42026-02-28-7.4%
Vertu Motors Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20232023-02-28GBP 0.07-56.0%
20242024-02-29GBP 0.071.3%
20252025-02-28GBP 0.05-28.3%
20262026-02-28GBP 0.04-15.9%
Vertu Motors Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-08-31367.4%
Q42025-02-28-86.3%
Q22025-08-31573.8%
Q42026-02-28-97.3%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q4 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

£2.32B

+1.2%

Gross Profit

£235.62M

+2.3%

Gross Margin

10.14%

N/A

Market Cap

£257.32MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

£35.46K

N/A

Employees

7,257

N/A

Net Income

£354.00K

-89.2%

EBITDA

£34.09M

-12.6%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q4 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£73.08M

+3.5%

Total Debt

£232.34M

+12.0%

Accounts Receivable

£78.63M

-16.3%

Inventory

£820.00M

+7.6%

Long Term Debt

£207.98M

+12.2%

Short Term Debt

£24.36M

+10.2%

Return on Assets

0.94%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

6.32%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

£35.64M

-36.8%

Operating Cash Flow

£44.75M

-35.4%

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Questions About VTU

What is the current price of Vertu Motors Plc?

Vertu Motors Plc is trading at £0.84 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Vertu Motors Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, Vertu Motors Plc has traded between £0.55 and £0.86.

How much debt does Vertu Motors Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Vertu Motors Plc reported total debt of £232.34M.

How much cash does Vertu Motors Plc have on hand?

Vertu Motors Plc reported £73.08M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Vertu Motors Plc’s dividend yield?

Vertu Motors Plc currently has a dividend yield of 2.41%.

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