Price Target Changed • Jun 12
Price target decreased by 9.7% to UK£0.70 Down from UK£0.78, the current price target is an average from 2 analysts. New target price is 141% above last closing price of UK£0.29. Stock is down 57% over the past year. The company posted earnings per share of UK£0.024 last year. Announcement • Jun 12
Virgin Wines Uk plc Provides Earnings Guidance for the Fiscal Year 2026 Virgin Wines UK PLC provided earnings guidance for the fiscal year 2026. For the year, the company expects revenue of £61 million. New Risk • Jun 12
New major risk - Revenue and earnings growth Earnings are forecast to decline by an average of 13% per year for the foreseeable future. This is considered a major risk. Ultimately, shareholders want to see a good return on their investment and that generally comes from sharing in the company's profits. If profits are expected to decline, then in most cases the share price will decline over time as well. In addition, if the company pays dividends it will also likely need to reduce or cut them, striking a dual blow to total shareholder returns. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risks Earnings are forecast to decline by an average of 13% per year for the foreseeable future. High level of non-cash earnings (128% accrual ratio). Minor Risks Profit margins are more than 30% lower than last year (0.3% net profit margin). Market cap is less than US$100m (UK£15.9m market cap, or US$21.4m). Announcement • Mar 28
Virgin Wines UK plc Announces Launch of Mobile App Virgin Wines UK plc has announced the launch of its first-ever mobile app, which is now available on iOS and Android. Providing a simpler, more intuitive way to browse, discover and buy wines from Virgin Wines' exclusive range, the app was designed as a natural extension of the website experience and makes finding wines customers will love faster and easier than ever. App users will receive additional offers, including exclusive and limited-time deals delivered via notifications, alongside the ability to earn Virgin Points on purchases. The app also includes new functionality and enhances personalisation, including the new 'wine cellar', enabling customers to build a personalised record of their wine journey. Users can rate bottles, save tasting notes, revisit past purchases, save wines for later and quickly re-order their favourites, all in one place, while also receiving personalised recommendations which improve over time based on their preferences and tastes. The launch of the app represents an important strategic milestone within Virgin Wines' medium-term growth strategy, with investments in enhancing its use of technology being a key pillar within this. The app will continue to strengthen Virgin Wines' customer engagement, enabling use of push notifications, while also evolving its approach and driving user experience. Reported Earnings • Mar 23
First half 2026 earnings released: UK£0.004 loss per share (vs UK£0.016 profit in 1H 2025) First half 2026 results: UK£0.004 loss per share (down from UK£0.016 profit in 1H 2025). Revenue: UK£34.7m (up 1.9% from 1H 2025). Net loss: UK£231.0k (down 125% from profit in 1H 2025). Revenue is forecast to grow 10% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 3.2% growth forecast for the Consumer Retailing industry in the United Kingdom. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 15% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 8% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. New Risk • Mar 18
New minor risk - Profit margin trend The company's profit margins are lower than last year and have reduced by more than 30%. Net profit margin: 0.3% Last year net profit margin: 2.5% This is considered a minor risk. A large drop in profit margin could indicate the company does not have strong competitive advantages or it is yet to establish itself and its core business. Even if it is a well established business, this may make it a much riskier investment than one that has a combination of proven competitive advantages and a stable or growing profit margin. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risk High level of non-cash earnings (128% accrual ratio). Minor Risks Profit margins are more than 30% lower than last year (0.3% net profit margin). Market cap is less than US$100m (UK£26.9m market cap, or US$35.8m). Reported Earnings • Nov 24
Full year 2025 earnings: EPS exceeds analyst expectations Full year 2025 results: EPS: UK£0.024 (down from UK£0.025 in FY 2024). Revenue: UK£59.0m (flat on FY 2024). Net income: UK£1.30m (down 5.6% from FY 2024). Profit margin: 2.2% (down from 2.3% in FY 2024). Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) surpassed analyst estimates by 35%. Revenue is forecast to grow 9.1% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 2.8% growth forecast for the Consumer Retailing industry in the United Kingdom. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 32% per year but the company’s share price has only fallen by 11% per year, which means it has not declined as severely as earnings. Announcement • Nov 20
Virgin Wines UK PLC, Annual General Meeting, Dec 10, 2025 Virgin Wines UK PLC, Annual General Meeting, Dec 10, 2025. Location: marriott preston, garstang road, broughton, preston, pr3 5jb, United Kingdom Reported Earnings • Oct 23
Full year 2025 earnings: EPS exceeds analyst expectations Full year 2025 results: EPS: UK£0.024 (down from UK£0.025 in FY 2024). Revenue: UK£59.0m (flat on FY 2024). Net income: UK£1.30m (down 5.6% from FY 2024). Profit margin: 2.2% (down from 2.3% in FY 2024). Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) surpassed analyst estimates by 35%. Revenue is forecast to grow 9.1% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 3.2% growth forecast for the Consumer Retailing industry in the United Kingdom. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 32% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 1% per year, which means it is well ahead of earnings. New Risk • Oct 12
New minor risk - Financial data availability The company's latest financial reports are more than 6 months old. Last reported fiscal period ended December 2024. This is considered a minor risk. If the company has not reported its earnings on time, it may have been delayed due to audit problems or it may be finding it difficult to reconcile its accounts. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risk Earnings are forecast to decline by an average of 89% per year for the foreseeable future. Minor Risks Latest financial reports are more than 6 months old (reported December 2024 fiscal period end). Share price has been volatile over the past 3 months (7.8% average weekly change). Market cap is less than US$100m (UK£26.4m market cap, or US$35.3m). Announcement • Apr 09
Virgin Wines UK PLC (AIM:VINO) commences an Equity Buyback for 8,395,861 shares, representing 15% of its issued share capital, under the authorization approved on December 23, 2024. Virgin Wines UK PLC (AIM:VINO) commences share repurchases on April 9, 2025, under the program mandated by the shareholders in the Annual General Meeting held on December 23, 2024. As per the mandate, the company is authorized to repurchase up to 8,395,861 shares, representing 15% of its issued share capital. The maximum price which may be paid for an ordinary share is an amount equal to 105% of the average of the middle market quotations for the ordinary shares taken from the London Stock Exchange plc Daily Official List for five business days immediately preceding the day on which that share is contracted to be purchased. The minimum price which may be paid for an ordinary share is £0.01 per share. The repurchased shares will be held as treasury shares for further reissue or to satisfy employee share scheme awards. The authority shall expire at the earliest of the next Annual General Meeting or March 23, 2026. As of November 28, 2024, the company had 55,972,405 issued shares.
On February 24, 2025, the company initiated a Market Repurchase. Under the program, the company will repurchase up to 15% of its issued share capital. The program will commence from March 26, 2025 and will continue until the Company's next AGM. Reported Earnings • Mar 28
First half 2025 earnings released: EPS: UK£0.016 (vs UK£0.014 in 1H 2024) First half 2025 results: EPS: UK£0.016 (up from UK£0.014 in 1H 2024). Revenue: UK£34.1m (flat on 1H 2024). Net income: UK£921.0k (up 15% from 1H 2024). Profit margin: 2.7% (up from 2.3% in 1H 2024). Revenue is forecast to grow 10% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 3.7% growth forecast for the Consumer Retailing industry in the United Kingdom. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 21% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 28% per year, which means it is performing significantly worse than earnings. Announcement • Mar 05
Virgin Wines UK PLC to Report First Half, 2025 Results on Mar 26, 2025 Virgin Wines UK PLC announced that they will report first half, 2025 results on Mar 26, 2025 Announcement • Nov 30
Virgin Wines UK PLC, Annual General Meeting, Dec 23, 2024 Virgin Wines UK PLC, Annual General Meeting, Dec 23, 2024. Location: macdonald tickled trout hotel, preston new road, samlesbury, preston, pr5 0uj, United Kingdom Reported Earnings • Oct 23
Full year 2024 earnings released: EPS: UK£0.025 (vs UK£0.011 loss in FY 2023) Full year 2024 results: EPS: UK£0.025 (up from UK£0.011 loss in FY 2023). Revenue: UK£59.0m (flat on FY 2023). Net income: UK£1.38m (up UK£1.97m from FY 2023). Profit margin: 2.3% (up from net loss in FY 2023). Revenue is forecast to grow 5.0% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 2.8% growth forecast for the Consumer Retailing industry in the United Kingdom. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 1% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 40% per year, which means it is performing significantly worse than earnings. New Risk • Oct 11
New minor risk - Financial data availability The company's latest financial reports are more than 6 months old. Last reported fiscal period ended December 2023. This is considered a minor risk. If the company has not reported its earnings on time, it may have been delayed due to audit problems or it may be finding it difficult to reconcile its accounts. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risk Earnings have declined by 27% per year over the past 5 years. Minor Risks Latest financial reports are more than 6 months old (reported December 2023 fiscal period end). Large one-off items impacting financial results. Profit margins are more than 30% lower than last year (0.2% net profit margin). Market cap is less than US$100m (UK£22.3m market cap, or US$29.1m). Announcement • May 30
Virgin Wines UK PLC (AIM:VINO) commences an Equity Buyback for 5,583,756 shares, representing 10% of its issued share capital, under the authorization approved on December 6, 2023. Virgin Wines UK PLC (AIM:VINO) commences share repurchases on May 29, 2024, under the program mandated by the shareholders in the Annual General Meeting held on December 6, 2023. As per the mandate, the company is authorized to repurchase up to 5,583,756 shares, representing 10% of its issued share capital. The maximum price which may be paid for an ordinary share is an amount equal to 105% of the average of the middle market quotations for the ordinary shares taken from the London Stock Exchange plc Daily Official List for five business days immediately preceding the day on which that share is contracted to be purchased. The minimum price which may be paid for an ordinary share is £0.01 per share. The repurchased shares will be held as treasury shares for further reissue or to satisfy employee share scheme awards. The authority shall expire at the earliest of the next Annual General Meeting or March 6, 2025. As of November 10, 2023, the company had 55,837,560 issued shares.
On March 25, 2024, the company announces a share repurchase program. Under the program, the company will repurchase its own shares. The repurchased shares will be used for used to cover future commitments under group share incentive schemes. The repurchases will commence in the coming weeks. Reported Earnings • Mar 26
First half 2024 earnings released: EPS: UK£0.014 (vs UK£0.001 in 1H 2023) First half 2024 results: EPS: UK£0.014 (up from UK£0.001 in 1H 2023). Revenue: UK£34.3m (up 2.0% from 1H 2023). Net income: UK£801.0k (up UK£728.0k from 1H 2023). Profit margin: 2.3% (up from 0.2% in 1H 2023). Revenue is forecast to grow 5.1% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.2% growth forecast for the Consumer Retailing industry in the United Kingdom. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 50% per year but the company’s share price has only fallen by 43% per year, which means it has not declined as severely as earnings. Announcement • Feb 28
Virgin Wines UK PLC to Report First Half, 2024 Results on Mar 25, 2024 Virgin Wines UK PLC announced that they will report first half, 2024 results on Mar 25, 2024 New Risk • Feb 14
New minor risk - Share price stability The company's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months. It is more volatile than 75% of British stocks, typically moving 7.4% a week. This is considered a minor risk. Share price volatility indicates the stock is highly sensitive to market conditions or economic conditions rather than being sensitive to its own business performance, which may also be inconsistent. It also increases the risk of potential losses in the short term as the stock tends to have larger drops in price more frequently than other stocks. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risk Earnings have declined by 0.02% per year over the past 5 years. Minor Risks Share price has been volatile over the past 3 months (7.4% average weekly change). Market cap is less than US$100m (UK£20.9m market cap, or US$26.3m). Announcement • Nov 11
Virgin Wines UK PLC, Annual General Meeting, Dec 06, 2023 Virgin Wines UK PLC, Annual General Meeting, Dec 06, 2023, at 13:30 Coordinated Universal Time. Location: Tickled Trout Hotel, Preston New Road, Samlesbury, Preston, PR5 0UJ Preston, United Kingdom New Risk • Oct 26
New major risk - Revenue and earnings growth Earnings have declined by 0.02% per year over the past 5 years. This is considered a major risk. Ultimately, shareholders want to see a good return on their investment and that generally comes from sharing in the company's profits. If profits are declining over an extended period, then in most cases the share price will decline over time unless the company can turn around its fortunes. A trend of falling earnings can be very difficult to turn around. If the company is well already established it may also be a sign the company has matured and is in decline. In addition, if the company pays dividends it will also likely need to reduce or cut them, striking a dual blow to total shareholder returns. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risk Earnings have declined by 0.02% per year over the past 5 years. Minor Risks Share price has been volatile over the past 3 months (8.0% average weekly change). Market cap is less than US$100m (UK£20.1m market cap, or US$24.3m). Announcement • Oct 26
Virgin Wines UK PLC Provides Sales Guidance for the Year 2024 Virgin Wines UK PLC provided sales guidance for the year 2024. For the period, the company expects double-digit sales growth in financial year 2024. New Risk • Oct 01
New minor risk - Financial data availability The company's latest financial reports are more than 6 months old. Last reported fiscal period ended December 2022. This is considered a minor risk. If the company has not reported its earnings on time, it may have been delayed due to audit problems or it may be finding it difficult to reconcile its accounts. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risk High level of non-cash earnings (123% accrual ratio). Minor Risks Latest financial reports are more than 6 months old (reported December 2022 fiscal period end). Share price has been volatile over the past 3 months (7.4% average weekly change). Market cap is less than US$100m (UK£26.2m market cap, or US$32.0m). Recent Insider Transactions • Aug 30
CEO & Director recently bought UK£97k worth of stock On the 25th of August, Jeremy Wright bought around 225k shares on-market at roughly UK£0.43 per share. This transaction amounted to 4.8% of their direct individual holding at the time of the trade. This was the largest purchase by an insider in the last 3 months. This was Jeremy's only on-market trade for the last 12 months. New Risk • Aug 25
New minor risk - Share price stability The company's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months. It is more volatile than 75% of British stocks, typically moving 6.8% a week. This is considered a minor risk. Share price volatility indicates the stock is highly sensitive to market conditions or economic conditions rather than being sensitive to its own business performance, which may also be inconsistent. It also increases the risk of potential losses in the short term as the stock tends to have larger drops in price more frequently than other stocks. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risk High level of non-cash earnings (123% accrual ratio). Minor Risks Share price has been volatile over the past 3 months (6.8% average weekly change). Market cap is less than US$100m (UK£25.7m market cap, or US$32.3m). Announcement • May 05
Virgin Wines UK PLC Provides Sales Guidance for the Year 2023 and 2024 Virgin Wines UK PLC announced that in light of recent trading, for 2023 the Group expects sales to be slightly lower than market expectations, at circa £60 million, with underlying PBT to be in the region of £0.5 million - £1 million, with a profitable and cash generative fourth quarter of 2023.Thereafter, the Board expects double digit sales growth in 2024. Reported Earnings • Mar 15
First half 2023 earnings released: EPS: UK£0.001 (vs UK£0.046 in 1H 2022) First half 2023 results: EPS: UK£0.001 (down from UK£0.046 in 1H 2022). Revenue: UK£33.6m (down 17% from 1H 2022). Net income: UK£73.0k (down 97% from 1H 2022). Profit margin: 0.2% (down from 6.3% in 1H 2022). The decrease in margin was driven by lower revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 6.1% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 2.8% growth forecast for the Consumer Retailing industry in the United Kingdom. Board Change • Nov 16
Less than half of directors are independent There are 5 new directors who have joined the board in the last 3 years. Of these new board members, 2 were independent directors. The company's board is composed of: 5 new directors. 1 experienced director. No highly experienced directors. 2 independent directors (4 non-independent directors). Non-Executive Chairman John Risman is the most experienced director on the board, commencing their role in 2018. Independent Non-Executive Director Helen Jones was the last independent director to join the board, commencing their role in 2021. The following issues are considered to be risks according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model: Minority of independent directors. Lack of board continuity. Lack of experienced directors. Reported Earnings • Oct 26
Full year 2022 earnings: EPS exceeds analyst expectations Full year 2022 results: EPS: UK£0.078 (up from UK£0.005 loss in FY 2021). Revenue: UK£69.2m (down 6.1% from FY 2021). Net income: UK£4.35m (up UK£4.61m from FY 2021). Profit margin: 6.3% (up from net loss in FY 2021). The move to profitability was driven by lower expenses. Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) surpassed analyst estimates by 16%. Revenue is forecast to grow 5.3% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 3.6% growth forecast for the Consumer Retailing industry in the United Kingdom. Price Target Changed • Apr 27
Price target decreased to UK£2.60 Down from UK£3.00, the current price target is provided by 1 analyst. New target price is 115% above last closing price of UK£1.21. Stock is down 47% over the past year. The company posted a net loss per share of UK£0.0052 last year. Board Change • Apr 27
Less than half of directors are independent There are 5 new directors who have joined the board in the last 3 years. Of these new board members, 2 were independent directors. The company's board is composed of: 5 new directors. 1 experienced director. No highly experienced directors. 2 independent directors (4 non-independent directors). Non-Executive Chairman John Risman is the most experienced director on the board, commencing their role in 2018. Independent Non-Executive Director Helen Jones was the last independent director to join the board, commencing their role in 2021. The following issues are considered to be risks according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model: Minority of independent directors. Lack of board continuity. Lack of experienced directors. Reported Earnings • Mar 17
First half 2022 earnings: Revenues and EPS in line with analyst expectations First half 2022 results: EPS: UK£0.046 (down from UK£0.059 in 1H 2021). Revenue: UK£40.6m (flat on 1H 2021). Net income: UK£2.55m (down 8.5% from 1H 2021). Profit margin: 6.3% (down from 6.9% in 1H 2021). Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 2.7%, compared to a 7.1% growth forecast for the industry in the United Kingdom. Reported Earnings • Nov 24
Full year 2021 earnings: Revenues and EPS in line with analyst expectations Full year 2021 results: UK£0.005 loss per share (down from UK£0.054 profit in FY 2020). Revenue: UK£73.6m (up 30% from FY 2020). Net loss: UK£261.0k (down 110% from profit in FY 2020). Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 2.8%, compared to a 5.6% growth forecast for the retail industry in the United Kingdom. Announcement • Mar 04
Virgin Wines UK PLC has completed an IPO in the amount of £47.962997 million. Virgin Wines UK PLC has completed an IPO in the amount of £47.962997 million.
Security Name: Ordinary Shares
Security Type: Common Stock
Securities Offered: 24,346,699
Price\Range: £1.97
Transaction Features: Direct Listing Announcement • Mar 03
Virgin Wines Uk plc Appoints Helen Jones, as a Non-Executive Director Premier Foods announces that Helen Jones, non-executive director, has been appointed as a non-executive director of Virgin Wines UK PLC ("Virgin Wines"). This declaration follows the admission of Virgin Wines to trading on AIM with effect from 2 March 2021.