Victrex (VCT) Stock Overview
Through its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of polymer solutions worldwide. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
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| Valuation | 4/6 |
| Future Growth | 2/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 5/6 |
| Dividends | 3/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | UK£5.89 |
| 52 Week High | UK£9.12 |
| 52 Week Low | UK£5.15 |
| Beta | 0.75 |
| 1 Month Change | -4.23% |
| 3 Month Change | -12.35% |
| 1 Year Change | -34.92% |
| 3 Year Change | -61.25% |
| 5 Year Change | -75.78% |
| Change since IPO | 130.98% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • May 01
VCT: Cautious P E And Discount Rate Assumptions Will Shape Future Rerating
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Victrex by £1.00, citing updated assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E. These changes modestly adjust their outlook on the shares.Narrative Update • Apr 17
VCT: Cautious Growth And Margin Assumptions Will Shape Future P E Rerating
Analysts have lowered their price target on Victrex by £1.00, citing updates to assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E that collectively suggest a more balanced risk and return profile. Analyst Commentary Recent commentary around Victrex has tilted more cautious, with the latest £1.00 cut in the price target, including the 100 GBp adjustment referenced in recent research, highlighting increased focus on valuation and execution risks.
Narrative Update • Apr 03
VCT: Refined Cash Flow Assumptions Will Support Future Re Rating Potential
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Victrex by £1.00, citing updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, and profit margins as key drivers of the revision. Analyst Commentary JPMorgan has reduced its price target on Victrex by £1.00, reflecting refreshed assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, and margins.
Narrative Update • Mar 19
VCT: Future Upside Will Be Anchored By Resilient Earnings Framework
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Victrex by £1.00, reflecting slightly lower fair value estimates and modestly softer assumptions for revenue growth and profit margins, while still using a similar discount rate and future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the £1.00 reduction in the price target as a fine tuning of fair value rather than a shift in the long term thesis, with the core assumptions on discount rate and future P/E multiple kept broadly intact.Narrative Update • Mar 05
VCT: Future Upside Will Be Supported By Resilient Earnings Assumptions
Analysts have trimmed their price target for Victrex to £7.32 from £7.48. This reflects updated views on its long term fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Feb 19
VCT: Higher Growth Assumptions Will Set Up Future Re Rating Opportunity
Analysts have trimmed their price target for Victrex to £8.90. This reflects slightly higher assumed discount and revenue growth rates, together with a small adjustment to forecast profit margins and future P/E expectations.Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 01
VCT: Cautious P E And Discount Rate Assumptions Will Shape Future Rerating
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Victrex by £1.00, citing updated assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E. These changes modestly adjust their outlook on the shares.Narrative Update • Apr 17
VCT: Cautious Growth And Margin Assumptions Will Shape Future P E Rerating
Analysts have lowered their price target on Victrex by £1.00, citing updates to assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E that collectively suggest a more balanced risk and return profile. Analyst Commentary Recent commentary around Victrex has tilted more cautious, with the latest £1.00 cut in the price target, including the 100 GBp adjustment referenced in recent research, highlighting increased focus on valuation and execution risks.Narrative Update • Apr 03
VCT: Refined Cash Flow Assumptions Will Support Future Re Rating Potential
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Victrex by £1.00, citing updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, and profit margins as key drivers of the revision. Analyst Commentary JPMorgan has reduced its price target on Victrex by £1.00, reflecting refreshed assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, and margins.Narrative Update • Mar 19
VCT: Future Upside Will Be Anchored By Resilient Earnings Framework
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Victrex by £1.00, reflecting slightly lower fair value estimates and modestly softer assumptions for revenue growth and profit margins, while still using a similar discount rate and future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the £1.00 reduction in the price target as a fine tuning of fair value rather than a shift in the long term thesis, with the core assumptions on discount rate and future P/E multiple kept broadly intact.Narrative Update • Mar 05
VCT: Future Upside Will Be Supported By Resilient Earnings Assumptions
Analysts have trimmed their price target for Victrex to £7.32 from £7.48. This reflects updated views on its long term fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Feb 19
VCT: Higher Growth Assumptions Will Set Up Future Re Rating Opportunity
Analysts have trimmed their price target for Victrex to £8.90. This reflects slightly higher assumed discount and revenue growth rates, together with a small adjustment to forecast profit margins and future P/E expectations.Narrative Update • Feb 05
VCT: Sector Downgrade And Lower Future P E Multiple Will Cap Rerating Potential
Analysts have trimmed their price expectations for Victrex, reflecting slightly higher discount rate assumptions, modestly different revenue growth and profit margin forecasts, and a lower future P/E multiple in light of more cautious sector views on European chemicals. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts have taken a more cautious stance on Victrex, in line with a broader push to reduce risk within European chemicals.Analysis Article • Jan 27
Does Victrex (LON:VCT) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Narrative Update • Jan 22
VCT: Sector Downgrade Will Set Up Opportunity For Future Re‑Rating
Analysts have reduced their fair value estimate for Victrex from £11.00 to £8.90, citing more cautious views on diversified chemicals and a preference for other parts of the European chemicals sector as key drivers of the updated price target assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent research highlights a more cautious stance on diversified chemicals, with Victrex now grouped alongside peers where sentiment is restrained compared with preferred sub sectors such as industrial gases, ingredients, and distributors.Analysis Article • Jan 09
Victrex (LON:VCT) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of £0.4614
The board of Victrex plc ( LON:VCT ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of £0.4614 per share on the 27th of...Narrative Update • Jan 08
VCT: Future Upside Will Be Driven By Resilient Earnings Power
Narrative Update Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Victrex to reflect a lower price target of £9.40 from £11.00, citing a more cautious stance on European chemicals while still noting relatively steady assumptions for growth, margins and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Victrex point to a more mixed stance, with some analysts maintaining a constructive view on the shares and others taking a more cautious approach to the broader European chemicals space.Narrative Update • Dec 24
VCT: Sector Caution And Rating Downgrade Will Pressure Share Rerating Potential
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Victrex from £6.75 to £5.75, reflecting a slightly higher discount rate, softer medium term revenue and margin expectations, and recent price target cuts from the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street updates underline a more cautious stance on Victrex, with bearish analysts revising ratings and price targets lower in response to sector headwinds and company specific execution risks.Analysis Article • Dec 24
Victrex (LON:VCT) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of £0.4614
The board of Victrex plc ( LON:VCT ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 27th of February, with investors...Narrative Update • Dec 10
VCT: Future Upside Will Be Driven By Medical Volume Rebound
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Victrex, cutting the implied fair value by roughly 2 percent to reflect softer margin expectations and sector headwinds, even as they acknowledge improving revenue growth prospects along with a higher future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Street commentary on Victrex has become more balanced, with recent notes highlighting both improving medium term growth prospects and persistent execution risks that could cap near term upside.Analysis Article • Dec 10
We Like The Quality Of Victrex's (LON:VCT) Earnings
Shareholders appeared to be happy with Victrex plc's ( LON:VCT ) solid earnings report last week. This reaction by the...Analysis Article • Dec 05
Victrex (LON:VCT) Has Announced A Dividend Of £0.4614
Victrex plc ( LON:VCT ) will pay a dividend of £0.4614 on the 27th of February. Based on this payment, the dividend...Narrative Update • Nov 26
VCT: Future Recovery Will Be Driven By Medical Volume Rebound
Victrex's analyst price targets have been revised downward, with a notable reduction from previous estimates such as 1,100 GBp to 940 GBp. Analysts cite ongoing caution towards the European chemicals sector and softer expectations for the company's recovery. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst assessments reflect a shift in sentiment towards Victrex's near-term performance and sector positioning.Narrative Update • Nov 11
VCT: Future Leadership Transition Will Guide Recovery As Margins Improve
Analysts have reduced their price targets for Victrex, with consensus moving from approximately £8.77 to £8.11 per share. This reflects concerns about weaker profit margins and slower growth forecasts in the chemicals sector.Analysis Article • Oct 11
Market Participants Recognise Victrex plc's (LON:VCT) Earnings
When close to half the companies in the United Kingdom have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 16x, you may...Analysis Article • Jun 28
Capital Allocation Trends At Victrex (LON:VCT) Aren't Ideal
When it comes to investing, there are some useful financial metrics that can warn us when a business is potentially in...Analysis Article • May 19
We Think Victrex's (LON:VCT) Healthy Earnings Might Be Conservative
The market seemed underwhelmed by the solid earnings posted by Victrex plc ( LON:VCT ) recently. We have done some...Analysis Article • May 15
Victrex's (LON:VCT) Dividend Will Be £0.1342
Victrex plc's ( LON:VCT ) investors are due to receive a payment of £0.1342 per share on 27th of June. This makes the...New Narrative • May 12
China Plant And Magma Programme Will Expand Market Reach
Initiatives like Project Vista and the new China plant aim to improve sales strategies and expand geographically, enhancing margins and growth potential.Analysis Article • Apr 08
With A 31% Price Drop For Victrex plc (LON:VCT) You'll Still Get What You Pay For
Victrex plc ( LON:VCT ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow with a 31% share...Analysis Article • Mar 24
Victrex (LON:VCT) Is Finding It Tricky To Allocate Its Capital
When researching a stock for investment, what can tell us that the company is in decline? When we see a declining...Analysis Article • Feb 26
Are Investors Undervaluing Victrex plc (LON:VCT) By 49%?
Key Insights Victrex's estimated fair value is UK£18.18 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Victrex's UK£9.32...Analysis Article • Jan 15
Victrex (LON:VCT) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of £0.4614
Victrex plc ( LON:VCT ) will pay a dividend of £0.4614 on the 21st of February. Based on this payment, the dividend...Analysis Article • Dec 06
Victrex plc (LON:VCT) Stocks Shoot Up 25% But Its P/E Still Looks Reasonable
Victrex plc ( LON:VCT ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great month, posting a 25...Analysis Article • Sep 13
Investors Could Be Concerned With Victrex's (LON:VCT) Returns On Capital
If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...Analysis Article • Aug 03
Shareholders Should Be Pleased With Victrex plc's (LON:VCT) Price
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 29.8x Victrex plc ( LON:VCT ) may be sending very bearish signals at the...Analysis Article • Jul 16
Does Victrex (LON:VCT) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' So it might be obvious that you need to...Analysis Article • Jun 14
There Are Reasons To Feel Uneasy About Victrex's (LON:VCT) Returns On Capital
What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term...Analysis Article • May 27
Calculating The Fair Value Of Victrex plc (LON:VCT)
Key Insights Victrex's estimated fair value is UK£14.70 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity With UK£12.96 share...Analysis Article • Mar 16
Does Victrex (LON:VCT) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Analysis Article • Feb 24
Returns On Capital At Victrex (LON:VCT) Paint A Concerning Picture
When we're researching a company, it's sometimes hard to find the warning signs, but there are some financial metrics...Analysis Article • Jan 12
Victrex plc Just Missed EPS By 5.9%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
Shareholders might have noticed that Victrex plc ( LON:VCT ) filed its annual result this time last week. The early...Analysis Article • Dec 08
Victrex (LON:VCT) Will Pay A Dividend Of £0.4614
Victrex plc's ( LON:VCT ) investors are due to receive a payment of £0.4614 per share on 23rd of February. This means...Analysis Article • Nov 23
Investors Could Be Concerned With Victrex's (LON:VCT) Returns On Capital
If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. Typically, we'll want to notice a...Analysis Article • Oct 19
Is Victrex plc (LON:VCT) Trading At A 22% Discount?
Key Insights Victrex's estimated fair value is UK£17.25 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Victrex's UK£13.47...Analysis Article • Sep 04
Is Victrex plc (LON:VCT) Potentially Undervalued?
Victrex plc ( LON:VCT ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a decent share price growth in the teens level on...Analysis Article • Aug 17
Victrex (LON:VCT) Could Be Struggling To Allocate Capital
If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. Typically, we'll want to notice a...Analysis Article • Jul 22
These 4 Measures Indicate That Victrex (LON:VCT) Is Using Debt Reasonably Well
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • Jun 30
Calculating The Fair Value Of Victrex plc (LON:VCT)
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Victrex fair value estimate is UK£15.40 With UK£13.66 share...Analysis Article • Jun 15
Need To Know: The Consensus Just Cut Its Victrex plc (LON:VCT) Estimates For 2023
Market forces rained on the parade of Victrex plc ( LON:VCT ) shareholders today, when the analysts downgraded their...Analysis Article • Jun 05
Is It Too Late To Consider Buying Victrex plc (LON:VCT)?
While Victrex plc ( LON:VCT ) might not be the most widely known stock at the moment, it saw significant share price...Analysis Article • May 12
Victrex's (LON:VCT) Dividend Will Be £0.1342
The board of Victrex plc ( LON:VCT ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 3rd of July, with investors...Shareholder Returns
| VCT | GB Chemicals | GB Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | -4.4% | 0.4% | -0.8% |
| 1Y | -34.9% | 10.4% | 19.7% |
Return vs Industry: VCT underperformed the UK Chemicals industry which returned 12.9% over the past year.
Return vs Market: VCT underperformed the UK Market which returned 21.7% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| VCT volatility | |
|---|---|
| VCT Average Weekly Movement | 4.5% |
| Chemicals Industry Average Movement | 8.4% |
| Market Average Movement | 5.6% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in GB Market | 11.6% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in GB Market | 3.1% |
Stable Share Price: VCT has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the UK market.
Volatility Over Time: VCT's weekly volatility (5%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
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| 1993 | 1,169 | James Routh | www.victrexplc.com |
Victrex plc, through its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of polymer solutions worldwide. The company operates through two segments, Sustainable Solutions and Medical. It develops PEEK and PAEK based polymer solutions, and semi-finished and finished parts.
Victrex plc Fundamentals Summary
| VCT fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | UK£518.97m |
| Earnings (TTM) | UK£27.80m |
| Revenue (TTM) | UK£292.70m |
18.4x
P/E Ratio1.8x
P/S RatioIs VCT overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| VCT income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | UK£292.70m |
| Cost of Revenue | UK£163.80m |
| Gross Profit | UK£128.90m |
| Other Expenses | UK£101.10m |
| Earnings | UK£27.80m |
Last Reported Earnings
Sep 30, 2025
Next Earnings Date
May 11, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 0.32 |
| Gross Margin | 44.04% |
| Net Profit Margin | 9.50% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 9.3% |
How did VCT perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
10.1%
Current Dividend Yield186%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/08 15:54 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/08 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/09/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/09/30 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Victrex plc is covered by 31 analysts. 12 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Gunther Zechmann | Barclays |
| Katie Richards | Barclays |
| James Stewart | Barclays |