Next Monday, 13th April, Concurrent Technologies (LON:CNC) will release its Final Results to end-December 2025, they will be good and show real progress going forward.  The £162m-capitalised group is a designer and manufacturer of leading-edge computer products, systems, and mission-critical solutions used in high-performance markets by some of the world's major OEMs,  At the end of February, the group’s shares […]

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Following on from my article yesterday on DF Capital (LON:DFCH), the finance group has today issued a Trading Update for its First Quarter to end-March this year.  The £96m-capitalised group is based upon a specialist bank that provides financial solutions that support manufacturers, dealers and distributors across the UK.  Its Update described that its momentum in lending continued with strong portfolio quality.  […]

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A fortnight ago, the £91.1m-capitalised DF Capital (LON:DFCH) declared a very good set of Final figures for the finance group’s 2025 trading year.  At the end of January this year, this group’s shares were trading at a High of 68p, more than double the Low of 32p scored towards the end of April a year ago.  After the results, which […]

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There were four companies that left AIM during March. Two moved to the Main Market, one was taken over and the other went bust. Oil and gas company Beacon Energy (LON: BCE) and Online pharmacy consolidator Vulcan Two (LON: VUL) both completed reverse takeovers. There were three new admissions to replace the departures. Cancer treatment […]

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Three companies left AIM during February. One chose to focus on its ASX listing, another was a shell that has not found an acquisition and the other went bust. There were no new admissions. 2 February Europa Metals Europa Metals was a cash shell, and it had not found a suitable acquisition so trading in […]

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Five companies were listed as departing from AIM in January. However, that includes APQ Global, which was left out of the cancellations when trading was cancelled on 8 April. Trading in the convertibles did end on 2 January, though. Two companies chose to leave and the other was suspended for more than six months and […]

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Last Thursday we highlighted the shares of AG Barr (LON:BAG), the Scots-based soft drinks maker famous for its IRN-BRU brand.  That was ahead of yesterday’s Finals for the year to end-January.  The then £697m-capitalised group’s shares were trading at a lowly 628p.  They had previously been up to 715.32p in the last month or so, before falling […]

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Everyman Media Group (LON: EMAN) executive director Adam Kaye bought 500,000 shares at 25.5p each via 50% owned Kropifko Properties on 26 March. This was the same day that it was announced that Ireland-based cinema operator Omniplex has taken a 5.35% stake in cinemas operator Everyman. Two weeks before, Adam Kaye bought 500,000 shares at […]

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Since early February, when the multi-beverage business A.G. Barr (LON:BAG) announced its Full Year Trading Update, this group’s shares have been up to 715.32p and back down to a recent low of 608p, which was scored last Monday 23rd March.  Now, ahead of the IRN-BRU brand-owning group reporting its Finals to end-January this year, due next Tuesday morning, it […]

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Following the interim figures digital and social media services provider Dotdigital (LSE: DOTD) finance director Tom Mullan bought 19,081 shares at an average of 52.202p each. He owns 46,177 shares. He initially acquired 27,096 shares at 74p each after his appointment in April 2025. Chairman John Conley bought 10,000 shares at 52.556p each. That took […]

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On Tuesday 26th August last year, I featured again the shares of Ashtead Technology (LON:AT.), then with its shares at 344p, it was capitalised at £276m. The shares went on to score Lows of 297p last November and repeated in January this year, since when they have rebounded to 445p – showing that there is […]

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Next Tuesday, 24th March, Gattaca (LON:GATC) will be declaring its Interim Results for the six months to end-January this year.  Capitalised at £33m, I believe that the specialist staffing solutions business will announce a promising set of half-time figures, which should help to point towards a higher share price than the current 104p.  The Business  For over 42 years, […]

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Lord Ashcroft has floated BVI-based Tapir Holdings, which was spun out of former AIM-quoted recruiter Impellam before it was taken over, on AIM. The focus is investment in land and urban development projects in Africa. Trading in the shares started at 30p and ended the first day at 32.5p. The share price has stayed at […]

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At the end of this week, on Friday 20th March, Tim Martin will deliver to the market the Interim Results for his £677m-capitalised J D Wetherspoon (LON:JDW) pubs and hotels group.  It almost does not matter whether it will be good or bad news, of one thing you can be assured – it will certainly create a mass of column […]

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On the back of a contract for a £2.99m programme for the UK government-backed Advanced Propulsion Centre, Transense Technologies (LON: TRT) managing director Ryan Maughan 14,113 shares at 70.8p each. That takes his stake 106,154 shares. Last May, he bought 3,352 shares at 134p each and 368 shares at 133p/share. In July 8,710 shares were […]

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Next Monday, 15th March, SigmaRoc (LON:SRC) will report its results for the year to end-December 2025.  They should be very good, showing an almost 36% increase in its pre-tax profits, on the back of a near 8% rise in revenues.  Those results and the accompanying statement could well help the European group’s shares, now 128p, move back above this year’s High of 153p.  The £1.42bn-capitalised group’s declared Mission […]

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Next Tuesday morning, 17th March, Zotefoams (LON:ZTF) will announce its 2025 results and they should be impressive with a 35% improvement in profits.  The group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and distribution of supercritical foams.  Its materials are aimed at core applications across industry sectors such as Aviation and Aerospace, Mass Transportation, Medical, Sports & Leisure, Construction & Insulation, and Industrial Packaging.  The Business  The […]

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A year ago, on Thursday 20th March, I featured the shares of James Fisher & Sons (LON:FSJ) when they were trading at 323p, declaring that they were ‘a cracking portfolio must.’  They have since been up to 534p, a very useful 65% gain over the last year.  This £256m-capitalised group is a global company that provides services such as engineering, inspection, installation, commissioning, operations, maintenance, lifting and handling to the oil […]

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Following the recent 2026 results of packaging manufacturer and distributor Macfarlane Group (LON: MACF) directors have been buying shares. Both directors more than doubled their shareholding. Chairman Aleen Gulvanessian acquired 27,730 shares at 72p each. Non-executive director David Stirling bought 20,900 shares at 72p each. Last September, David Stirling bought 15,900 shares at 94p each. […]

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Next Tuesday, 10th March, Costain Group (LON:COST), the UK construction and consultancy, will declare its results for the year to end-December 2025.  Considering Governmental delays coupled with economic headwinds, it will have done well to maintain its profits on the back of an expected 16% lower revenue for that year.  However, I look for the £472m-capitalised business to express confidence in its prospects for the current year, as it expects to see over a […]

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This morning’s Interim Results from Netcall (LON:NET) could well guide investors towards a very useful purchase.   A strong first-half trading period and a record Order Book suggest that the momentum is growing for this £182m-capitalised group.   After the recent 37% fall in the group’s shares to the current 102p, could today’s results statement identify a very opportunistic time to buy into Netcall’s equity.   The Business   Founded […]

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This coming Wednesday, 4th March, will see the £834m-capitalised Metro Bank (LON:MTRO) declare its Final Results for the year to end-December 2025.  They should reveal an impressive leap from £14.0m of losses in 2024 to over £98.0m of pre-tax profits last year.  And that is just the start of a major recovery.  After some hassles three years ago, the group has […]

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Nexus Infrastructure (LON: NEXS) reported its delayed results last week. Following the announcement, chief executive Charles Sweeney bought 8,420 shares at 118.75p each. He has a 0.62% shareholding. He previously bought shares in the market at higher prices. Peter Gyllenhammar is the largest shareholder with a 29.1% stake. Business In 2023-24, disposals generating £60m led […]

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Shares in motor dealer software provider Pinewood Technologies (LON: PINE) slumped when Apax decided not to go ahead with its bid. There was a 28.3% dive to 313p. The indicative offer was 500p/share. Following the news, directors have been buying shares. Chief executive William Berman bought 16,035 shares at 309.5p each. Finance director Oliver Mann […]

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Two and half months ago, on Tuesday 2nd December 2025, I featured the shares of Gooch & Housego (LON:GHH), the photonics technology group.  It was then capitalised at £134m, with its shares standing at 512p.  Two months later they peaked at 818p, a near 60% gain, since when they have eased back to 708p on the back of profit-taking.  However, by […]

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The shares of the McBride Group (LON:MCB) put on 6p yesterday, to close nearly 4% higher at 165p, the highest level since 2018 – so what is going on?  Could it be anticipation of a good set of Interim Results to be announced next Tuesday morning, 24th February?  I featured this group at the end of February 2023, when its shares were just […]

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This coming Friday morning, 20th February, will see the £1.39bn-capitalised Chemring Group (LON:CHG) issue a Trading Update ahead of holding its AGM on that day.  The group focuses upon niche, high-margin markets with global reach and high barriers to entry – including advanced sensors, electronic warfare, cyber and energetic materials.   Those sectors benefit from resilient, long-term demand, underpinned by rising defence budgets, geopolitical tensions and the need to modernise […]

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Outsourced treatments and surgery provider One Health Group (LON: OHGR) boss Adam Binns has been buying shares following the latest trading statement. He acquired 2,229 shares at 224p each, followed by 1,113 shares at 224p each and then 1,115 shares at 224p each. That takes the chief executive’s stake to 14,457 shares. Business One Health […]

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Just over five months ago, in early September 2025, I wrote about SigmaRoc (LON:SRC), the lime and minerals group, stating that its shares, then at 116p, were destined to gradually climb to around the 150p level. Yesterday saw them hit 150.23p, before easing back to close at 143.80p in the wake of some small profit-taking […]

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The older you get, and I am very old, it is always good to have a surprise in the morning. Today’s event is the surprise Trading Update from Ramsdens Holdings (LON:RFX), the financial services provider and retailer that I have followed for years. The group has stated that it now anticipates its full-year 2026 profit […]

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Despite a near 5% fall in its overall sales in the year to end-October 2025, Wynnstay Group (LON:WYNN), the undervalued £93m-capitalised agricultural supplies and services supplier has this morning declared a 21.1% rise in pre-tax profits. "FY25 has been a year of significant progress for Wynnstay, with a stronger underlying performance and clear early benefits […]

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The shares of the £230m-capitalised MJ Gleeson (LON:GLE) put on a 10p gain yesterday to close at 394p.  At the start of last December they were trading at 381p, by the end of that month they had improved to 435p.  Over the last five weeks they have ranged from 430p down to 377p, before edging up again this week.  Next Wednesday, 11th February, will see […]

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Yesterday’s Full Year Trading Update from A.G. Barr (LON:BAG) was really quite positive.  Capitalised at £765m, the multi-beverage business boasts a broad portfolio of market-leading UK brands including IRN-BRU, Rubicon and Boost.  The group has now acquired two other brands operating in the Adult Soft Drinks market – paying £38m for Fentimans, well-known for its soft drinks and mixers, and for £13m it purchased Frobishers Juices, famed for its fruit juices and soft...

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This coming Wednesday, 4th February, will see the Watches of Switzerland Group (LON:WOSG) update investors on its Third Quarter trading.  The £1.17bn-capitalised business, which is the UK's largest retailer for Rolex, OMEGA, Cartier, TAG Heuer and Breitling watches, is an international retailer of world leading luxury watch brands, complemented by a strong luxury jewellery offering.  With over 200 showrooms globally, employing some 3,000 […]

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This coming Friday, 30th January, will see Avon Technologies (LON:AVON), the personal protection equipment specialists, issue a Trading Update ahead of holding its AGM that day.  Based in Melksham, Wiltshire, the £603m-capitalised group, is a world leader in mission-critical protection equipment.  Even though the group’s shares have risen over 40% since my April 2025 feature, this week’s statement should be even more positive following the group’s […]

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Touchstar (LON: TST) chief executive Lynden Jones bought 7,804 shares at 62p each and 10,000 shares at 65.6p each. He owns 17,804 shares. Lynden Jones was appointed chief executive in July. He has worked at Touchstar for 14 years. Business These purchases follow the trading statement in December when Touchstar admitted it would not meet […]

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Yesterday’s confident Trading Update from the Kier Group (LON:KIE) could well prove to be a positive pointer for another infrastructure business.  Next Monday morning, 26th January, will see the Costain Group (LON:COST) issue a Trading Update for the year to end-December 2025.  The Business  Costain has been improving the lives of people for more than 160 years, by creating connected, sustainable infrastructure […]

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On Friday of this week, 23rd January, I am looking forward to the £1.53bn-capitalised  SSP Group (LON:SSPG) issuing a positive Trading Update, ahead of holding its AGM that day.  This group’s vision is to be the world’s best travel food and beverage company.  “Our purpose is to be the best part of the journey, and our focus is on making every journey taste better […]

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The 2025 Full Year Trading Statement issued by Hunting (LON:HTG), the £600m-capitalised global precision engineering group, covered the period to end-December last.  Last July I stated that the group’s shares were undervalued at 339p, since when they have risen over 20%.  I believe that the group has the potential for significant growth in its main operating divisions, and that its shares, now at 401p, are an attractive investment.  The […]

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Tomorrow morning, Wednesday, 14th January, will see Ramsdens Holdings (LON:RFX) releasing its Annual Results, covering the year to end-September last.  Yesterday the group’s shares put on a healthy 4.40% gain, to close 17.50p up at 415p, which is more than doubled my first feature price of 201p and is now at an All-Time-High, perhaps the precursor to good news.  In early October 2025, the financial services business […]

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Tomorrow morning, Tuesday 13th January, will see the issue by the Gym Group (LON:GYM) of its Trading Update for year to end-December 2025.  Its shares at 159p look ready for a strong uplift.  In a Leisure Sector Digest report published early last month by brokers Panmure Liberum its analyst Anna Barnfather stated that:  “We expect Gyms to continue to perform well in 2026, underpinned […]

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On Tuesday 20th January, the Kier Group (LON:KIE), whose vision is to be the UK’s leading infrastructure services and construction company, will be reporting a Trading Update for the first-half of its current year.  It should be more than positive and boasting of further growth in its Order Book – such news of which could help to boost still further the upward progress of its shares, […]

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Yesterday the shares of SRT Marine Systems (LON:SRT) reached a new High, closing at 95p, following a heavier than the normal dealings volume.  Regular readers will know by now just how keen I have been on this group’s shares, it was even one of the UK Investor Shares for 2025, selected at 42p, so showing a clear 126% gain in the last […]

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This coming Friday, 9th January, will see Alfa Financial Software Holdings (LON:ALFA) report its Q4 Trading Update to its shareholders.  We have already had indications that the message carried will be positive.  The market rates highly the value of the shares of the £618.4m-capitalised group, while investment professionals have the view that there is still more in store.  The shares, now 208p, are reviewed as Buys by […]

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Pathos Communications is a PR firm that focuses on smaller businesses using AI technology to identify and service clients. It has an impressive growth record, but a poor history of debt collection. The share price ended the first day at 32p and has subsequently held steady at 32.5p. There were 158,910 shares traded on the […]

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There were seven companies that left AIM in December 2025. Four companies chose to leave, one was taken over, one is going into liquidation and the other went bust. Cornish Metals Inc was redomiciled from Canada to the UK as Cornish Metals (LON: TIN). 2 December Belluscura Portable oxygen device developer Belluscura had commenced a […]

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Livestock supplements Fevara (LON: FVA) chief executive Joshua Hoopes wife Hayley Rasmussen Hoopes acquired 14,861 shares at 134p each. This takes the shareholding of Joshua Hoopes to 30,459 shares. Joshua Hoopes was appointed as chief executive in July 2025, having run the global agriculture business since March 2024. Before that he worked for Associated British […]

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There were five AIM departures in October 2025. Three went to the Main Market and two were taken over. Richmond Hill Resources (LON: RHR) moved from Aquis to AIM.   6 October Ashtead Technology Group (LON: AT.) Subsea services provider Ashtead Technology Group moved to the Main Market. It had been on AIM for fewer […]

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Six companies left AIM in September 2025. Three chose to leave, two were acquired and one got into financial difficulties and a potential bid lapsed. Vulcan Two Group (LON: VUL) was the only new admission during the month. 2 September 2025 Argentex Group Currency services provider Argentex ran into financial difficulties when it took on […]

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Six companies left AIM in August 2025. Two were taken over, two chose to leave, one moved to the Main Market and the other got into financial difficulties. There were two reverse takeovers in the month: Rosebank Industries (LON: ROSE) and Fiinu (LON: BANK). Rentguarantor (LON: RGG) switched from Aquis and Medpal AI (LON: MPAL) […]

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There were ten companies that let AIM in July. Four were taken over, three decided to leave and two ran out of money, while one moved to the Main Market. New admission First Development Resources (LON: FDR) was spun out from Power Metal Resources (LON: POW). 1 July Elixirr International (LON: ELIX) Management consultancy Elixirr […]

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There were five companies leaving AIM in June with one other, Greatland Gold the subject of a reverse takeover transaction and changing its name to Greatland Resources (LON: GGP). There were two new admissions: Sundae Bar (LON: SBAR) and Tap Global Group (LON: TAP), both of which were previously on Aquis. 2 June Enteq Technologies […]

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There were eight departures and one reverse takeover in May.  Four chose to leave, two were taken over, one moved to the Main Market and one went into liquidation. Tooru (LON: TOO) was formed via a reverse takeover by RiverFort Global Opportunities ofthe healthy snacks operations of Aquis-quoted S-Ventures (LON: SVEN) for 466.7 million shares […]

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In April there were seven companies leaving AIM. Two chose to leave, four were taken over and one went into administration. There were three companies that joined AIM: Switch Metals (LON: SWT), Quantum Base Holding (LON: QUBE) and MHA (LON: MHA). 1 April Learning Technologies Group Learning Technologies Group recommended a 100p/share cash bid from […]

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US automotive electrical diagnostics tools supplier Power Probe is a profitable and cash generative business. The flotation on AIM will finance a new manufacturing facility and growth into new markets. More than 90% of sales are currently in the US. The shares opened at 84.5p and have risen to 94p, which values the company at […]

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Next Thursday morning, 18th December, Currys (LON:CURY) will be declaring its Interims results for the trading period to Saturday, 30th August.  They should show an advance across its markets, despite tricky trading conditions generally.  At the end of October, the group’s shares touched 147.20p, before easing back to 121.80p on pre-Budget fears.  They are now […]

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This week’s unexpected Trading Update from Mears Group (LON:MER) has resulted in analysts upgrading their current year estimates.  We will have to wait until next month for a detailed report on the UK’s leading housing services provider’s business report for its full year to end-December.  The £345m-capitalised group released the unscheduled release confirming that it […]

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The shares of The Property Franchise Group (LON:TPFG) peaked at 598.68p at the end of September this year, before easing back 478p on bouts of profit-taking.  Now they are climbing back up again, currently 526p, valuing the agency group at £334m, which I consider to be an attractive buying level for investors looking forward to […]

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The Finals to end-September published last Thursday by the £1.41bn-capitalised SSP Group (LON:SSPG) indicated that the group, which is a leading operator of restaurants, bars, cafes and other food and beverage outlets in travel locations across 38 countries, is really getting its act together.  And its shares, now at 178p, up 32p in the last […]

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This group’s shares have trebled since we featured them a year ago and there is still so much more to come yet!  Last Thursday, 4th December, ASA International (LON:ASAI) issued a surprise Trading Update stating that:  “Building on the sustained momentum seen during the first half of the year, the 2025 full year outlook remains […]

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The Interim Results to end-October from the £688m-capitalised greetings group Moonpig (LON:MOON) are due to be announced next Tuesday, 9th December, the accompanying statement could well indicate that the business is still on the growth track.  The Business  The group is a leading online greeting cards and gifting platform, comprising the Moonpig, Red Letter Days […]

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Next Tuesday morning, 9th December, the Chemring Group (LON:CHG) will declare its Final Results for the year to end-October.  Having followed this advanced technology products group for decades, I am not at all worried about the high price-to-earnings ratio of its shares – simply because this really is a cracking business, whose Order Book is […]

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Early tomorrow morning, at 8.30am, should see the global pollster group YouGov (LON:YOU) hold its AGM covering the Report & Accounts for the year to end-July.  It will be interesting to note whether there is a published AGM Trading Update, however the odds are against such an occurrence.  That is a shame because investors need […]

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This coming Thursday, 4th December, will see The Watches of Switzerland Group (LON:WOSG) announce its Interim Results covering the 26 weeks to 26th October.  The group, which is the UK's largest retailer for Rolex, OMEGA, Cartier, TAG Heuer and Breitling watches, despite retail sector challenges, enjoyed a strong first half.   Following the group’s early November […]

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This morning the £134m-capitalised photonics technology group Gooch & Housego (LON:GHH) declared its results for the year to end-September showing a stronger performance than expected performance.  The company, which is a specialist manufacturer of optical components and systems, has already given a clear guidance that the last year progressed much as anticipated.  It reported a […]

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Seraphim Space Investment Trust (LON: SSIT) has grown its assets, but the share price has declined in recent weeks. It fell to 77.2p after the latest quarterly figures. This sparked share buying by two non-executives. Chair Will Whitehorn bought 11,000 shares at 78p each, taking his stake to 161,000 shares, and a relative of Angela […]

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Marvell Technologies is at the forefront of boosting data centre bandwidth with fibre-optic solutions that increase the efficiency of data centre build-outs. It's working closely with Amazon and Microsoft on the development of their own data centre stacks to reduce dependence on Nvidia chips and has announced a series of deals over the past six […]

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Following Monday’s Capital Markets Event, GlobalData (LON:DATA) has today launched its £10m share buyback programme.  At 119p, the £864m-capitalised data analytics consultancy group’s shares are looking inexpensive, especially as the business is preparing to detail in January next year its strategic moves to step up to the Main Market.  The company, which has seen its […]

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Shares in Cyber security services provider Shearwater Group (LON: SWG) declined after its latest results announcement. Chief executive Phil Higgins bought 10,000 shares at 48.7p each, taking his stake to 11.2%. His previous purchase was in 2023 at 64p/share. The share price subsequently fell further to 43.5p. Jonathan Hall also bought 10,000 shares but at […]

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We have all got them!  Kitchens and Bathrooms – I mean.  And investors should have this group’s shares too.  Just over a month ago, on Wednesday 15th October, I featured Norcros (LON:NXR) shortly before its latest Trading Update and just after the £265m-capitalised group had added another market-leading brand to its portfolio.  That £46m acquisition […]

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The 52-week period to Friday 26th September saw Greencore Group (LON:GNC), the Dublin-based convenience foods manufacturer, report a very impressive set of results.  The group declared a strong financial year, with revenue increasing by 7.7% to £1,947.0m (£1,807.1m) and adjusted operating profit growing by 28.9% to £125.7m (£97.5m), leading to an improved adjusted operating margin […]

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This morning’s Interim Results from James Cropper (LON:CRPR) covered the six months to Saturday, 27th September, they showed that the advanced materials and paper products manufacturing group is now well underway with its Strategic Plan.  Its shares could easily lift over 20% and still look cheap.  The Business  The group is based in Burneside, with […]

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Newspaper and magazines distributor Smiths News (LON: SNWS) independent non-executive director Manju Malhotra bought 30,006 shares at 66.3p each. Manju Malhotra joined the board in January 2025. She was previously chief executive of Harvey Nichols. The purchase was on 14 November following the full year figures, so it is in plenty of time to make […]

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Following the issue of yesterday’s AGM Trading Update by Kier Group (LON:KIE) analyst Max Hayes, at Cavendish Capital Markets, has stated that it underpins his firm’s confidence in its 277p a share Target Price, compared to the current 205p.  The Business  Kier is a leading UK infrastructure services, construction and property group.   It provides specialist ‘design and […]

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This morning’s Interim Results from Premier Foods (LON:PFD) were better than expected, even though they showed no real advance in the six months to 27th September.  Against toughening trading conditions, the group has reported a 0.7% increase in headline revenue to £502.5m for the half-year, with branded revenue up 1.9% to £453.0m, driven by strong […]

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Further to my feature on Volex (LON:VLX) published on Monday, the Basingstoke-based group has this morning reported a very encouraging Interim Results statement.  The £693m-capitalised business, is engaged in integrated manufacturing of performance-critical applications and power and data connectivity.  Today’s Results  The group has announced a strong first half for FY2026, with revenue increasing by […]

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This morning’s results from Avon Technologies (LON:AVON), the global leader in protective equipment, covered the Full Year to end-September.  Not only is that a rapid collation and breakdown of the annual figures, which would shame hundreds of other PLC’s, but it was also a good set of numbers for the period.  In early April this […]

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Next Monday, 17th November, James Cropper (LON:CRPR), the advanced materials and paper and packaging manufacturer, will be announcing its Interim Results for the six months to end-September.  On looking at what is happening within the 180-year-old group, I would suggest that the shares at 300p offer a very attractive upside over the next couple of […]

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It will be interesting to note whether broker’s analysts change or even upgrade their estimates for Volex (LON:VLX) upon publication of the group’s Interim Results this coming Wednesday, 12th November.  Just over three weeks ago the £686m-capitalised company, which is a specialist integrated manufacturer of critical power and data transmission products, declared in a Trading Update that it had enjoyed a strong first-half result to end-September and that it is expecting its second-half revenues w...

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Winvia Entertainment is the latest AIM-quoted vehicle of Teddy Sagi, who has floated Playtech and other companies on AIM in the past. The core of this business is prize competitions organiser Best of the Best which, in August 2023, recommended a 535p/share bid from Teddy Sagi’s Globe Invest Ltd, valuing the company at £45.3m. The […]

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Asset and fund managers advisory services provider Falconedge was formed in 2024, and it has five clients. Many of these are related to the company. It helps the asset managers to cope with changes in their industry and the economy. Falconedge has already bought 15.16258228 Bitcoin at $103,553.97 each as part of its treasury policy. […]

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Hercules (LSE: HERC) non-executive director Martin Tedham acquired 56,004 shares at 35.7p each. He has a 12.6% stake. When he joined the board of the labour supply services provider in September 2024, he bought £5m worth of shares. That was part of an £8m fundraising at 49.5p/share. The share price has fallen back to 38.5p. […]

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Optimisation software provider Checkit (LON: CKT) chief executive Kit Kyte bought 309,116 shares at 12.94p each and 140,317 shares at 14.235p each. That takes his stake to 1.115 million shares. During May, he bought 497,925 shares at 14.158p each. The share price has slumped 28.7% to 14.25p following the failed bid for Crimson Tide (LON: […]

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‘Build Baby Build?’ Ministers have been warned that sales of new-build homes have sunk to lows not seen since the global financial crisis more than a decade and a half ago, despite that it could well be worth taking a look at this ‘recovery’ prospect. This coming Wednesday, 29th October, will see Springfield Properties (LON:SPR) […]

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Ahead of the group’s AGM this morning Alumasc (LON:ALU), the premium sustainable products and solutions group, updated investors upon its performance for the first quarter of its current year.  It has reported continued volatility in its core UK residential and commercial markets; however, its Management is working hard upon its corporate recovery, supported by a […]

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It has been interesting to note the recent strength in the share price of the £1.54bn-capitalised Currys (LON:CURY) group.  After having fallen away to 106p at the beginning of last month, the subsequent rise in price really is noteworthy – they are now up over 35% at 144.5p.  Obviously there have been repeated ‘takeover’ hints […]

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Richmond Hill Resources has moved from a spirits brand owner to a natural resources business. As part of the transformation, the company has switched from Aquis to AIM. At the same time as the move the company acquired Bulawayo CC Ventures for £3.3m in shares (£3.15m) and cash £150,000).   This purchase brings mineral exploration […]

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Hargreaves Services (LON: HSP) has made initial renewable asset sales earlier than anticipated, so they will be included in the current financial year. This will boost the cash position of the infrastructure services provider. Cavendish has upgraded its forecast for the year to May 2026, bringing forward sales revenues from 2026-27. It previously expected disposals […]

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In price, this group’s shares are the costliest that I have featured for some time – however, I consider that they are cheap, really cheap!  The Business  Yü Group (LON:YU) is a leading supplier of gas and electricity focused on servicing the corporate sector throughout the UK.   It drives innovation through a combination of user-friendly […]

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Nigel Wray has bought a further 50,000 shares in Franchise Brands (LON: FRAN) at 120p each, taking the non-executive director’s stake to 16.07 million shares. Earlier in month, executive chairman Stephen Hemsley acquired 50,000 shares at 120.5871p each. He owns 22.9 million shares. Previously, finance director Andrew Mallows exercised options over 305,682 shares and sold […]

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Following the news from Norcros (LON:NXR) that it had received clearance from the UK Competition and Markets Authority, the group this week has completed the £46m acquisition of Fibo Holdings, a major wall panel supplier in Norway.  That deal adds another market-leading brand into the group, that is the number one bathroom products business in […]

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Last week the shares of YouGov (LON:YOU) closed weaker at 284.50p, which is 33% down over the last year.  However, I now ask whether the fall has been overdone?  Tomorrow morning sees the pollster group, which claims to have one of the world’s largest research networks, reporting its Final Results for the year to end-July.  […]

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Car finance and property bridging loans provider S&U (LON: SUS) appears to have reached the bottom of its revenues in the latest figures and it should recover from here despite the continued uncertainty about the outcome of any compensation decisions by the FCA. The property loans business continues to grow at an impressive rate. In […]

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Just nine days ago I featured Ramsdens Holdings (LON:RFX) ahead of its Pre-Close Trading Update for its year to end-September.  The shares of the £120m-capitalised diversified financial services provider and retailer were then 375p.  Yesterday they hit 395p, with heavy trading volumes of nearly five times the daily average, following the group’s latest statement, before then […]

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I consider that the Rank Group (LON:RNK) is a real ‘money machine’ and that its shares at the current 130p are an absolute bargain.  My last feature on them was on Thursday, 14th August, then at 137p, since when they hit 151.80p before easing back to the current 130p on the back of profit-taking.  Next […]

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A week ago, it was reported that fund manager Roland Arnold reckoned that the recent price fall in the shares of the Costain Group (LON:COST), my favourite infrastructure business, was ‘an overreaction’, having fallen from 166.80p on the day of its latest results, down to 124.40p three weeks later.  Institutional Investor Comment  Roland Arnold, boss […]

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Within days I am expecting the £122m-capitalised Ramsdens Holdings (LON:RFX) to be announcing its Pre-Close Trading Update for its Trading Year to end-September.  And with the way that the price of gold has risen so dramatically, and so too with silver, it leads me to expect some excellent business indications for that year and for […]

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A week ago, the shares of Journeo (LON:JNEO) were trading at 538p each – they are now 432p!  I have followed the company for the last two and a half years, during which time its shares have almost quadrupled, and they still offer some real upside.  So now is the time to jump in and […]

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“From land promotion and property development investment to home-building, construction and plant hire, Henry Boot is where great places start…  We aim to create sustainable and long-term value in real estate growing our capital employed to £500m, generating a ROCE of between 10-15%.”  Tomorrow morning, Tuesday 23rd September, will see the £286m-capitalised Henry Boot (LON:BOOT) […]

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Wynnstay Properties (LON: WSP) non-executive director Ross Owen bought 4,000 shares at 782.34p each. This follows the publication of initial research on the property investor by Zeus. The current share price is 780p. Ross Owen owns 5,500 shares, having bought 1,250 shares at 700p each and 250 shares at 710p each during 2023. He is […]

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Despite comments that the 2025 British farming harvest may well have been the second-worst since the 1980’s, I have taken a look at an agricultural supplies and services group, and I like what I have observed.  The £86m-capitalised Wynnstay Group (LON:WYN) is undergoing something of a rejuvenation of its business.  The Group has embarked upon […]

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Last Thursday, 11th September, saw the £1.07bn-capitalised Fevertree Drinks (LON:FEVR) report its Interim results to end-June.  They highlighted the strategic progress with its highly impactful Molson Coors partnership, which commenced in June.   On Friday, 25th July, the group’s shares hit 1,020p on the back of over 1m shares traded, before easing back to 775p by […]

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There has been buying of shares in Altitude Group (LSE: ALT) by directors following its full year figures in early August. The main buyer has been Martin Varley. Over less than a fortnight, the non-executive director and founder bought 115,473 shares at 21.59p each, 80,000 shares at 22.72p each, 85,000 shares at 23.3p each and […]

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At the start of this year, I suggested that the shares of Synectics (LON:SNX), then 352p, could rise by 50% within the next year.  That was in January – they have since been down to 226p amid the Trump Tarriff hassles.  But they have also been up to 370p, albeit briefly.  My prediction is currently […]

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Despite reports of quieter property markets, especially residential, some companies are still looking quite appealing within the overall sector.  One company that stands out for me is The Property Franchise Group (LON:TPFG), which is reporting its Interim Results for the six months to end-June tomorrow morning.  Its shares, now 556p, are currently trading at around […]

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This morning’s Interim Results announcement from SigmaRoc (LON:SRC) reported good progress in its six months to end-June.  The £1.26bn-capitalised group, which is now a big player in the European lime and minerals sector, saw its shares hit 126.20p a couple of weeks ago, since when they have eased back to 116p.  Upon looking at the […]

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Cash shell Vulcan Two Group has been set up to acquire ePharmacy companies and consolidate the sector. The management has previously run a consolidator in the online contact lenses sector. There are already six potential acquisitions that could be made, although it is unlikely that they will all be acquired. The fragmented market provides plenty […]

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Todays AGM Trading Update from Currys (LON:CURY) covers the 17-week period to the end of August.  It reported that the group’s trading in the first four months of the financial year has been in line with expectations, with guidance of around £170m (£162m) of adjusted pre-tax profits.   It noted that the group is planning confidently […]

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MedPal AI is one of the few new companies to be brave enough to come to AIM this year. It has raised cash to commercialise its digital health app. There are also plans to incorporate AI in the current product. Having raised £1.65m net there will be £650,000 spent on technology development and £575,000 on […]

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Tomorrow morning, Tuesday 2nd September, the £121m-capitalised Alumasc Group (LON:ALU) will declare its 2025 results.  Way back at the start of February this year, I featured the group, with its shares then trading at 292.50p, on the basis that I was expecting it to be a steady performer for any portfolio.  Since then, the shares […]

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The Final Results to end-April recently announced by the £410m-capitalised ITM Power (LON:ITM), showed a strong performance and pointed to ongoing growth – but, as yet, the group’s shares have hardly flickered with investor interest, however that could soon change.  The group reported a 50% hike in revenues to £26.0m (£16.5m), but with an increased […]

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Founder and executive director Carol Kane bough 6.86 million shares in online retailer boohoo (LON: DEBS) at 14.5p each, following the recent full year results. That is just under £1m invested and takes her shareholding to 27.8 million.   She has been buying shares since November 2024 and spent around £300,000 on share purchases at […]

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Along with this morning’s Interim Results announcement Ashtead Technology Holdings (LON:AT.), the £276m-capitalised group that is a leading subsea equipment rental and solutions provider for the global offshore energy sector, has confirmed its plans to switch its market listing.  The Interim Results  The six months to end-June saw the group report a 23.2% improvement in […]

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In the last day or so the shares of the ConvaTec Group (LON:CTEC) has been one of the standout performers, climbing nearly 6% following the medical products company announcing a chunky share buyback programme of up to $300m.  ConvaTec operates in four chronic care categories, which have market growth rates varying between 4-8% p.a.   It sells over […]

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Rent guarantee services provider RentGuarantor believes it is the right time to switch from Aquis to AIM with the Renters’ Rights Bill due to come into law. This will bring in open ended tenancies and management believes that there will be an increase in demand for the company’s services. The business is currently loss-making, but […]

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This morning BATM (LON:BVC), the global provider of advanced telecommunication network infrastructure, cybersecurity and medical diagnostic technologies, has announced its Interim Results for the six months to end-June.  In early May this year the group announced the launch of its new brand identity, marking a significant milestone in BATM's journey, as it aligns more closely with […]

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Two directors of fuel cells technology developer AFC Energy (LON: AFC) have been buying shares following July’s fundraising boosted the company’s balance sheet. Chief executive John Wilson bought 228,733 shares at 8.6p each and 250,000 shares at 9.1p each. He owns 0.58% of the company. Executive chairman Gary Bullard 100,000 share at 9.08p each and […]

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This morning’s results announcement from Rank Group (LON:RNK), the UK’s £701m-capitalised gaming and entertainments group, reported that the year to end-June saw its group underlying net gaming revenues growing 11% to £795.3m (£716.3m), while its pre-tax profits rose an impressive 248% to £53.9m (£15.5m).  The group’s earnings generated came out some 54% ahead at 9.1p […]

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After last weekend’s exposure by the Telegraph that Mahmud Kamani, founder and Vice Chair of the boohoo group, had used various measures through the group to gain £100,000 for himself, the Frasers Group has sought his removal.  Frasers Group, which is the largest shareholder in the business, is demanding a very necessary independent investigation of […]

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Yesterday the UK-based Costain Group (LON:COST), which creates connected, sustainable infrastructure for the natural resources and transportation sectors, bought a load more of its own shares.  By bringing together its unique mix of construction, consultancy, engineering and digital services, the group provides predictable, best-in-class solutions across the transport, water, energy and defence markets.  £10m Share […]

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I now have an answer to my question of just eight months ago, when I last featured this gaming group’s shares.  On Wednesday 16th October last year, I stated that I had been impressed by the number of recent sizeable ‘insider’ purchases at prices up to nearly 83p a share.  I took the view that […]

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First Development Resources is a minerals exploration company spun out from AIM-quoted Power Metals Resources (LON: POW) and it is focused on three prospective projects in Western Australia and one in Northern Territory.   The core project is at Wallal in Western Australia, and a drilling contractor has been appointed. Infrastructure is being prepared for […]

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Brokers see over 200% upside in this UK-listed technology share that continues to deliver strong progress in key metrics as it expands its business in the UK and US. This group has done a sterling job of reacting to consumer trends and shifting their business model to capture the demands of their customers and their […]

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Next week, on Thursday 14th August, ITM Power (LON:ITM), a global leader in electrolyser technology, will be declaring its Final Results for the year to end-April – they should be showing even greater losses.  They may well be worse this year, however, with the flow of alliances and orders coming through the group could well […]

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Tomorrow morning, Tuesday 5th August, will see Keller Group (LON:KLR) the world’s largest geotechnical specialist contractor, declare its Interim Results for the six months to end-June.  I am not expecting any surprises, but I do anticipate comment from the company on its confidence as its progresses in its second-half year, which is generally its better […]

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Tomorrow morning, Tuesday 29th July, will see the £5.4bn capitalised ConvaTec Group (LON:CTEC) announce its Interim Results for the half-year to end-June, they may not show any surprises, but they should help to showcase the underrating of its shares. The Business It was in the 1960’s that Dr James Chen researched masses of formulations that […]

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Following a disappointing trading statement by cyber security hardware and software provider Corero Network Security (LON: CNS) executives have been buying shares. Finance director Chris Goulden acquired 220,264 shares That takes his stake to 360,887 shares. The other shares were bought for 17.78p each back in January. He was appointed to the board on 1 […]

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Ahead of announcing its Interim Results in September, yesterday Eleco (LON:ELCO) advised the market of its progress in the first half-year to end June.  It showed continued advancement in both its business strategy and its business model.  And one important point to be noted is that the £145m-capitalised specialist software group delivered even further growth […]

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Next Tuesday morning, 29th July, will see the Morgan Sindall Group (LON:MGNS) report its Interim Results to end-June this year.   We have already been given strong guidance by the Partnerships, Fit Out and Construction Services group, that its Management is anticipating that its full-year results for 2025 will be significantly ahead of its previous expectations.  […]

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Leading maker of convenience foods the £1.2bn-capitalised Greencore Group (LON:GNC) has this morning issued its Q3 Trading Update for the 13 weeks to Friday 27th June – and yet again it has upped its market guidance.  The good news has helped to push its shares up nearly 11.5%, by 27.50p to 269p.  That has shown […]

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Tomorrow morning, Tuesday 22nd July, will see the Kier Group (LON:KIE) announce its Trading Update for the six months to end-June.  I believe that the statement could show the substantial strength of the group’s order book and that it already has more than 80% of its 2026 trading year’s revenues booked.  The group’s declared purpose […]

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The £272-capitalised Norcros (LON:NXR) is a group of market-leading brands that design and supply sustainable bathroom and kitchen products in the UK, Ireland and South Africa, in addition to selected export markets.  I am looking forward to a more positive Trading Update being issued ahead of the group’s AGM next Wednesday, 23rd July, which should […]

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Barratt Redrow shares are trading near multi-year lows after reporting worse-than-expected completions for FY2025 and warning of historical remedial costs. Investors baulked at lower-than-expected completions in 2025 and an outlook for 2026 that would mean two years of lost progress. Barratt Redrow shares were down nearly 10% on the session after releasing their 2025 trading […]

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In early April last year, I featured the investment attractions of Premier Foods (LON:PFD) with its shares then trading at around 147p, noting the possibility of a bid for the group at 180p or thereabouts.  Three months later, ahead of the group holding its AGM to approve the 2024 Report & Accounts, as well as […]

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This morning’s First Half Trading Update announced by Hunting (LON:HTG), the precision engineering group, showed a 16% increase in its year-on-year growth to EBITDA of some $69m.  The group’s order book is slightly ahead at around $450m ($439m) whilst it has a tender pipeline of some $1.1bn.  The Directors remain comfortable with full year EBITDA […]

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This small-cap oil services group is poised for substantial revenue growth following bold strategic decisions made earlier this year. While the company's shares are trading well above recent lows, analysts believe the stock has another potential 130% uplift as growth ambitions become a reality. The firm has strengthened its balance and made strategic investments that […]

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Tomorrow morning, Tuesday 8th July, Synectics (LON:SNX) will be announcing its Interim Results to end-May, they should be good and give off positive signals to the market.  The group’s shares have enjoyed a good run over the last year, having almost doubled from the end-July 2024 price of 170p to around 330p now - and […]

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Tomorrow morning, Thursday 3rd July, Currys (LON:CURY) will be declaring its Final Results for its 53-week trading period to Saturday 3rd May.  Despite hassles and rising cost pressures within the retail sector generally, they should be well received and help to boost the shares of the technology products and services group back above its year’s […]

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Tomorrow morning, Tuesday 1st July, will see the £276m-capitalised Kitwave Group (LON:KITW) report its First-Half results, they are sure to show that its shares, at 331p, are undervalued and capable of a rise of over 20% and then still looking cheap.  The Business   Established way back in 1987, following the acquisition of a single-site confectionery […]

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Motor dealer software provider Pinewood Technologies (LON: PINE) non-executive director Dietmar Exler bought 1,150 shares at 450p each. That is not a large purchase, but it is the latest in a sequence. Since March, he has spent nearly £15,000 on shares at prices ranging from 317p and 388p each. He has built up his stake […]

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Yesterday RWS Holdings (LON:RWS) bought into the IP of Papercup – no this is nothing to do with drinking containers.   It is potentially a ‘magic’ deal that could help RWS transform its business going forward.  Papercup’s intellectual property creates its unique ability to reproduce a speaker's tone, pace and emotion faithfully.  Its technology combines state-of-the-art […]

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Just as it closes its current year to the end of this month, the UK-based SaaS technology and provider of tools for digital marketing, Dotdigital Group (LON:DOTD), has made a significant acquisition in the States.  The Business  Dotdigital's solutions empower over 4,000 brands across 150 countries.  Set up in 1999, the £225m-capitalised Dotdigital, which is […]

The post Dotdigital Group – in a significant deal this UK influencer buys US influencer and boosts recurring revenues  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Yesterday’s announcement by my favourite oil and gas equipment and services group, Hunting (LON:HTG), concerned the £50m cash acquisition of the Northumberland-based Flexible Engineered Solutions.  From what I can see, this purchase makes an excellent fit into the group’s growing offshore and subsea services portfolio.  The FES deal provides Hunting with access to proprietary subsea […]

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Next Monday Kistos Holdings (LON:KIST) will be holding a ‘virtual’ Annual General Meeting, not just to consider the group’s progress in its 2024 Trading Year, but also to approve a Capital Reduction.  If approved that would have the effect of creating distributable reserves and provide the company with the ability and flexibility to return capital […]

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Since its mid-April Trading Update, the shares of Halfords Group (LON:HFD) have risen over 38%, from 124.20p to 172p currently – the big question asked by investors is whether that rise will be sustained.  We should get significant indications on Wednesday of this week, 25th June, when the motoring and cycling products retail group reports […]

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Transport analytics services provider Cordel (LON: CRDL) chairman Ian Buddery bought 358,150 shares at 6.9655p each following the recent disappointing trading statement. He owns 4.53%. That makes him the fifth largest shareholder His previous purchase was at the end of June 2023, when he bought 490,000 shares at 7p each. Executive director Aaron Hoye is […]

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This coming Wednesday morning will see AO World (LON:AO.) report its Final Results for the year to end-March 2025.  We have already seen guidance that the figures will show that the electricals retail group saw some 7% better revenues in the year to around £1.1bn, with adjusted pre-tax profits coming in some 30% improved at […]

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Ceramic automotive brake technology developer Surface Transforms (LON: SCE) has had production problems and it continues to lose money. However, after the 2024 results announcement, chairman Ian Cleminson bought 2.69 million shares at 0.93p each, which takes his shareholding to 5.5 million shares. The new finance chief Steven Harrison, who is not on the board, […]

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In the first week in June, Springfield Properties (LON: SPR) chairman Sandy Adam bought 200,000 shares at 94.5p each in the housebuilder. That followed a purchase of 25,000 shares at 95p each late in May. He owns 23.3% of the company. Last summer, Sandy Adam transferred 10 million shares to his children, and he also […]

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Wizz Air was the biggest faller in London on Thursday after the airline group posted a 60% drop in operating profit and held off providing guidance for the year ahead. Grounded planes were the big problem for Wizz Air. The company had 42 planes grounded at the end of FY25, which had fallen to 37 […]

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At the start of April, I featured the shares of Alphawave IP Group (LON:AWE) at 117p, following their swift rise from 91.50p on the last day of March.  The reason for that rise was the approach made by the $163bn capitalised NASDAQ-quoted semiconductor group, Qualcomm Incorporated (QCOM).  To Bid Or Not To Bid  On Tuesday […]

The post Alphawave IP Group – the final deadline for Qualcomm making a bid is now just a day away – just what will happen, shares up 22% in two months but is there more upside?  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Six weeks ago, in my feature on the Seraphim Space Investment Trust (LON:SSIT), I wrote about just how much I liked the look of the trust and how undervalued I felt its shares were at the then price of 50p.  “There is definitely space for growth in this trust’s portfolio valuation, while its shares at […]

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Behind all of the snazzy interfaces of AI tools and applications such as ChatGPT and xAI sit vast swathes of data that need to be stored, transferred and processed.  This is the type of data that this US technology stock helps its customers manage. Not necessarily for ChatGPT or xAI, but certainly for thousands of […]

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Over the last week we have seen a good per centage rise in the share price of one of the UK Investor Shares For 2025 – SRT Marine Systems (LON:SRT) – having improved from 59p to 73.80p – a neat 25% upward lift in a week.  Better than that, the shares are up a convincing […]

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Gold miners are back in vogue. It's not surprising, given that the yellow metal has consistently broken all-time highs since Trump re-entered the White House. However, the recent gold rally is proving to have a much bigger impact on the share prices of gold miners than it has in recent years. This is because there […]

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It was just ten months ago that Inflexion, the private equity group, took out a 40% stake in GlobalData’s healthcare business – in a £451m transformative deal that switched it into a net cash position.  At that time Mike Danson, the boss of GlobalData(LON:DATA), stated that the deal would give DATA the ability to pursue […]

The post Share Tip: GlobalData – KKR backed out of bid race leaving ICG still in talks – whispers suggest 230p/250p cash bid possible appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

If you are lucky enough to be in Abu Dhabi, in the United Arab Emirates, then perhaps this Thursday you should pop into the offices of Gulf Marine Services (LON:GMS) at the International Tower for 2.30pm (UAE time) to attend the company’s 2024 AGM.  If you do attend, then could you please listen to the […]

The post Share Tip: Gulf Marine Services – Aiming to be the world’s best SESV operator, it is ‘Forward and Upward Focused’ to deliver appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

It will be interesting to see what occurs within the next day for the £1.4bn-capitalised GlobalData (LON:DATA) following the recent announcement of two possible bid proposal approaches.  Especially interesting considering that the declared mission for the group is ‘to help our clients decode the future, make better decisions, and reach more customers’ – so will […]

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Likewise (LON: LIKE) chairman Paul Bassi bought 500,000 shares in the floorcoverings distributor at 19.038p each. That is a £95,190 investment and takes his stake to 1.42%. He is the fifth largest shareholder. The company joined AIM in August 2021 when it raised £10m at 25p/share. Back in August 2021, Paul Bassi bough 2.2 million […]

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Yesterday morning Bloomsbury Publishing (LON:BMY) declared its results for the year to end-February 2025 – they were disappointing.  In reaction, the group’s shares fell by 20%, from 651p to close at 520p.  The group is a leading independent publishing house, established in 1986, with authors who have won the Nobel, Pulitzer and Booker Prizes, and […]

The post Share Tip: Bloomsbury Publishing – Despite its falling profits are the Harry Potter publisher’s shares worth tucking away after yesterday’s 20% price collapse?  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

This group is dedicated to preserving water and enhancing public health by innovating minimally-invasive water and wastewater infrastructure services.  Its acoustic and infrared-based technology solutions are designed to address issues in pipes of all sizes - small, medium, and large diameter - serving residential, commercial, and municipal customers.   These solutions target leakages and blockages in […]

The post Water Intelligence – will a US listing help to push up this group’s shares after today’s Q1 Trading Update shows continued growth appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

This morning’s Interim Results announcement from Avon Technologies (LON:AVON) reported a 16.8% increase in group revenues to $148.7m ($127.1m), while pushing its adjusted pre-tax profits up an impressive 70.1% to $14.8m ($8.8m), with its earnings 76.4% higher at 38.8c (22.3c) per share, with only a small 5.6% increase in its interim dividend to 7.6c (7.2c).  […]

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Taylor Wimpey and Barratt Redrow shares are a screaming 'buys' with one key financial ratio underscoring the deep value available to long-term investors. The UK housing market has had a tough time during the period of rising inflation and higher interest rates. The impact on housebuilders is well-documented. However, the challenging conditions have created opportunities […]

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Kingfisher’s peers recently surprised the market with remarkably strong trading updates that reflected improved sales driven by strong demand.  Although Kingfisher’s peers achieved higher sales largely as a result of better weather during the period, the sector has rallied on hopes of a turnaround after a very disappointing 2024. Kingfisher shares are now trading near […]

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The last three weeks, since the feature article on Monday 28th April, have seen an excellent rise in the share price of the Christie Group (LON:CTG), rising from 85p to the current 138p – a 62% increase in such a short period.  But the question now has to be – is it time to take […]

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This coming Thursday, 22nd May, will see Ashtead Technology Holdings (LON:AT.) hold its AGM to approve its Report & Accounts for its 2024 Trading Year.  The £368m-capitalised group, which is a leading subsea equipment rental and solutions provider for the global offshore energy sector, is growing at quite a pace.  Strong market fundamentals underpin its […]

The post Share Tip: Ashtead Technology Holdings – with significant progress and increased confidence in its growth, subsea and offshore energy specialist could switch to the Main Market appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Motor dealers have been having a hard time in the past year and even though there are signs of improvement, sales of new cars have been better in the past couple of months, but they remain well below 2019 levels. Regulatory and legal actions relating to car finance and the weak economy have not helped, […]

The post Vertu Motors hit by short-term uncertainty, but assets provide floor appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Victorian Plumbing (LON: VIC) finance director Daniel Barton bought 12,194 shares at 82p each following the publication of interim results. The share price fell by one-quarter to 79.2p following the results. Daniel Barton sold 104,102 shares at 98p each at the end of 2023. He currently owns 171,786 shares. Founder and chief executive Mark Radcliffe […]

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The shares of AO World (LON.AO.) are beginning to rise again ahead of the major electrical retailer announcing its Final Results for its year to end-March 2025.  We have already had guidance that the group’s results will show positively, while I believe that they could well show a confident view of the current trading year […]

The post Share Tip: AO World – shares of the UK’s most trusted electrical retailer are just starting to move up again ahead of Finals due next month appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

This morning’s Interim Results announcement from the Greencore Group (LON:GNC) were excellent.  The company, which is one of the UK’s leading convenience foods manufacturers, showed that the half-year to 28th March saw a 6.5% improvement in its revenues at £922.0m (£866.1m), while its adjusted pre-tax profits were up 105.9% at £34.8m (£16.9m), generating a massive […]

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We have all got this group’s products somewhere in our homes, although we may not recognise them as being made by the Middleton, Manchester-based McBride Group (LON:MCB).  The £257m-capitalised business is the leading European manufacturer and supplier of Private Label and Contract Manufactured products for the domestic household and professional cleaning and hygiene markets.  Share […]

The post Share Tip: McBride Group – trading on some 7.1 times estimated earnings, dropping to 6.7 prospective appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

New York-based rights management and brand compliance software provider Fadel Partners Inc (LON: FADL) reported its 2024 figures at the end of April and non-executive director Joseph Gruttadauria has been buying shares since then. He bought an initial 20,000 shares at 70p and then acquired 2,500 shares at 82.5p each and 2,500 shares at 80p […]

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Rightmove has maintained its outlook in its latest trading update covering the first four months of 2025. As Britain's leading property portal, Rightmove is both a beneficiary and facilitator of increased activity in the UK property market. Rightmove is a highly efficient cash-generating business. But what can its results tell us about the wider market? […]

The post What can Rightmove’s results tell us about the health of the UK’s property market? appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Lloyds shares quickly recovered from the Trump-tariff induced sell-off in early April on the realisation that the bank's UK-focused operations would largely be shielded from the trade war, and the services-oriented UK economy on which Lloyds relies would not be as heavily impacted as other major economies. Lloyds still has several bearish factors to consider. […]

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Klarna was set to be one of this year's headline IPOs, providing investors an opportunity to secure a slice of the leader in the rapidly expanding world of 'buy now, pay later' (BNPL). Then, Donald Trump and his tariff announcement came along and sparked a wave of volatility that led to a number of US […]

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Swindon-based newspaper and magazines distributor Smiths News (LON: SNWS) is pushing forward with trials of potential new operations that will make up the decline in the core business and could grow the overall business. There is a customer base of more than 22,000, which can be offered additional services. These can be large chains of […]

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Ahead of today’s AGM Synectics (LON:SNX) has issued a Trading Update stating that its recent wins across all key sectors continue to support the company's solid order book and encouraging sales traction.  The Business  This group is a leader in advanced security and surveillance solutions that help protect people, property and assets around the world.  […]

The post Share Tip: Synectics – we should be watching them as they watch everyone else, AGM Update encourages further purchases of its shares appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Last Wednesday, 30th April, AG Barr (LON:BAG), the £770m-capitalised branded multi-beverage group, declared that it is now in discussions with a potential buyer for its Strathmore bottled water business.  Just six weeks ago, the group stated that, as part of its new strategic programme, it was looking to ‘discontinue’ that part of its business.  Barr […]

The post Share Tip: AG Barr – IRN-BRU maker’s shares looking good at 687p, big corporate newsflow could push them higher appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Audio and content creation equipment supplier Focusrite (LON: TUNE) is still suffering from weakened demand for its equipment, but there are signs of improvement. That is not reflected in the share price. The bright area had been the audio reproduction division where venues were catching up with their investment spending, but that has run its […]

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Just six weeks ago I questioned whether it was the right time to be buying back into the shares of the UK’s leading electronics and technology products retail group.  The shares of Currys (LON:CURY) were then 88p, with my suggestion that they could well be ready to rise above the 100p level and then forge […]

The post Share Tip: Currys – early signs of recovery in its Nordics regions helps to drive group profit expectations even higher appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

This morning’s results from Warpaint London (LON:W7L), the affordable colour cosmetics group, reported a strong showing for the company’s year to end-December 2024.  They revealed that revenues were up 13% at £101.6m (£89.6m), while adjusted pre-tax profits were 33% better at £24.6m (£18.4m), generating earnings up 29% at 23.5p (18.1p) per share, easily covering a […]

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This morning’s announcement of the Final Results for 2024 from the Christie Group (LON:CTG), which offers a range of professional services designed to create ‘value and opportunity’ for its stakeholders.   It enjoys strong market positions in its specialist sectors, offering synergistic services through the ‘life cycle’ of a business and has a high degree of […]

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Tomorrow morning, 29th April, Warpaint London (LON:W7L) will be announcing its 2024 results.  This cosmetics group is on a growth momentum that could be reflected in an improving share price following the results.  The Business  The £311m-capitalised company sells branded cosmetics under the lead names of W7 and Technic.   W7, which represents 64% of branded […]

The post Share Tip: Warpaint London – ahead of its Finals tomorrow, its shares are very much on the up again appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

New Wynnstay Group (LON: WYN) chief executive Alk Brand bought 2,000 shares at 301p each, taking his stake to 11,000 shares. Following the AGM, he bought 2,000 shares at 300p each and after the final results he acquired 2,000 shares at 314p each. His initial purchase of 5,000 shares was at 330p each. Business Alk […]

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Next Monday morning, 28th April, we will see the announcement of the 2024 Final Results from the Mpac Group (LON:MPAC), which is a global leader in high-speed packaging and automation solutions.   I expect the figures to be very good and for the business to point to even better times ahead.  Analysts are anticipating this group […]

The post Share Tip: Mpac Group – ‘Automation with a human touch’ – this global group is totally undervalued at 411p  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

I like the concept of paying 50p for assets worth over 100p a share, especially in these markets.  So, I enjoyed reading a recent Space Industry Overview entitled ‘Space For Growth’ which discussed the sector as a whole and reviewed a number of its UK-based players.  One of the featured companies was the £118m-capitalised Seraphim […]

The post Share Tip: Seraphim Space Investment Trust – world’s first listed SpaceTech fund trades at 50% discount to NAV, shares now 50p, soon to float in the US, ready to blast-off?  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Quantum Base Holdings believes joining AIM will provide greater credibility and enable it to finance its quantum technology while remaining independent. There was interest from individual investors. A RetailBook offer raised the full £1m available. On the first day of trading, the share price closed at 24p. Since then, the share price has moved to […]

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In March there were nine companies leaving AIM. Five chose to leave, two were taken over, one went bust and one moved to the Main Market. There were three companies joining AIM with one completely new company (Wellnex Life (LON: WNX)), one moving from Aquis (One Health Group (LON: OHGR)) and one switching from the […]

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Volex (LON: VLX) directors have been buying shares following the trading statement earlier in April. Executive chairman Lord Rothschild bought 14,841 shares at an average share price of 224.5p and 102,797 shares at an average price of 220p each. He owns 25.4%. Chief operating officer John Molloy bought 66,809 shares at an average price of […]

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In February there were twelve companies leaving AIM. Three were acquired and the nine others chose to leave, including two that concentrated on their other listings. There was one new company joining AIM, which was defence company RC Fornax (LON: RCFX). 3 February Neometals Battery metals producer Neometals cancelled the AIM quotation to concentrate on […]

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In January there were no new companies joining AIM, while five departed. Three decided that they no longer wanted to be quoted on AIM and two were acquired. 3 January Webis Holdings US-focused gaming company Webis decided to leave AIM and gained shareholder approval at a general meeting on 18 December. This will help the […]

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This morning’s Trading Update for its year to end-March from discoverIE Group (LON:DSCV) was extremely positive and it should help to continue the recent share price acceleration. Extending its growth in underlying operating profits and margins in each of the last ten years, the customised electronics business informed the market that it expects to report, […]

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Donald Trump's second stint as President has turned the world order on its head. Tariffs threaten to damage the world economy, while his approach to foreign policy has emboldened the West's enemies. Trump's tariffs have diverted attention away from the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. But these conflicts rage on, and the risks […]

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Investment company Rockwood Strategic (LON: RKW) has an excellent track record of investing in undervalued companies and growing its NAV. The latest trading statement shows that the momentum is being maintained. It is a good idea to take note of where it is investing. Rockwood Strategic identifies undervalued and underperforming smaller quoted companies. It gets […]

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Two weeks into this year, 15th January, the shares of Hunting (LON:HTG) were looking very strong, having risen 52p to 352.50p the day before following its 2024 Trading Update.  Now the shares are trading at just 246.50p, perhaps reflecting the recent market turmoil around Trump’s Tarriffs.  Activist Pressure  Now, there is a swell of discontent […]

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It could well pay investors to take a view upon the share price recovery of the £429m-capitalised Avon Technologies (LON:AVON) between now and when the group reports its results on Wednesday 21st May.  The Business  For Armies, Navies, Law Enforcement and First Responders, Avon is the leading provider of mission-critical personal protection, with its world-leading respiratory […]

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Franchised lettings and property sales business The Property Franchise Group (LON: TPFG) has got off to a good start with its integration of Belvoir and the licensing business acquired last year. New renting legislation will come into force before the end of 2025, but management believes that it can adapt to the new rules. The […]

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This was certainly no April Fools joke!  After a bit of a bid-buzz last Monday, 31st March, some five times the number of shares that are dealt on average were traded in Alphawave IP Group (LON:AWE).  The 5,453,997 shares dealt that day, left the closing price at 93.50p.  The next morning, Qualcomm Incorporated (QCOM), the […]

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Telecoms and satellite components and systems developer Filtronic (LON: FTC) has been consistently winning new business and chief executive Nat Edgington has added to his shareholding. He acquired 26,334 shares at 94.88p each, taking his total shareholding to 113,734 shares. In March, he bought an initial 87,400 shares at 114p each. This followed the extension […]

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ASX-listed consumer healthcare company Wellnex Life Ltd has obtained an additional quotation on AIM. This will help it to finance growth outside of Australia. The company has a range of its own brands and an agreement with Haleon to sell Panadol products. There are already significant revenues in Australia and potential in other markets, such […]

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We will have to wait until Thursday, 21st May, to find out just how well the £1bn-capitalised Currys (LON:CURY) group has been trading in its year to end-April 2025.  However, this morning the technology products retailer has updated investors that the group is now expected to see its adjusted pre-tax profits coming in at around […]

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Helium stocks have become a hot property for UK small-cap investors over the past couple of years. After helium reserves declined substantially over the past decade, supply challenges have arisen while technology-driven demand continues to rise. The gas has broad uses in industry, the medical field, as well as elevating balloons at birthday parties. A […]

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A recent acquisition by this consumer goods company underscores its investment case and growth trajectory as it continues to expand its presence in key markets. Reiterating their 'buy' rating on the stock, analysts at a London-based investment bank see the company's 12-month price target a whopping 80% higher than the current price. The company operates […]

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Financial management software developer Aptitude Software (LON: APTD) is making progress with the move to a service-based revenue model. Despite this the share price has slumped in March, even before the 2024 results were announced. The newest product is intelligence finance data management and accounting platform Fynapse and there is increasing interest in this software. […]

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HSBC analysts have rated BT shares a ‘buy’ as the telecoms stock continues to recover from a period of poor performance. The BT share price is now over 60% higher than the lowest levels of 2024 after the group’s Q3 results in January revealed a glimmer of hope for investors. However, HSBC analysts believe the […]

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Two directors of fuel cells technology developer AFC Energy (LON: AFC) bought shares after the full year results and strategy update. Chief executive John Wilson’s wife has bought 500,000 shares at 6.5848p each, which takes their combined holding to 1.025 million shares. In February, John Wilson bought 250,000 shares at 9.09p each and his wife […]

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I last featured this company six days before last Christmas, when its shares were 58p, with me calling them up to 80p in due course, while looking at a broker’s Target Price of 112p.  Since then, they have been up to 66.89p but also as low as 47p.  So not quite the performance that I […]

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After seeing this morning’s Final Results announcement from James Fisher & Sons (LON:FSJ) and talking with the group’s CEO and CFO – I have to admit that I am very impressed with what they have done to date in turning around the whole business.  As I have stated before, I have followed this company for […]

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Watch out next Tuesday morning, 25th March, for the 2024 results from Michelmersh Brick Holdings (LON:MBH), the group that produces some of Britain’s premium clay products.   The group declares that:  “We are Britain’s Brick Specialists, leaders of traditional hand-pressed architectural terra cotta and Europe’s trusted clay brick manufacturer.”  It’s timelessly authentic, warm, earthy, natural bricks […]

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Seraphim Space Investment Trust (LON: SSIT) is in a strong position to benefit from a greater investor focus on the space sector. Rising defence spending is likely to be partly used for satellite and other space technology. The company’s figures are showing signs of the positive trend, but there is more to come. The investment […]

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Right now could well be a good time to pick up a few shares in Currys (LON:CURY).  In the last year they have risen 72% from 59.05p last March to 101.60p a month ago, since when they have dipped back last Thursday to 85p, they are now slightly higher again.  Between now and 21st May, […]

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A month ago, this group’s shares were up to 358p each, since when they have eased back to just 325p, that was on Thursday of last week.  The shares of the James Fisher & Sons (LON:FSJ) group are now looking a bit perkier at 337p – and could be ready for a much firmer run […]

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Two directors of Identity management software provider Intercede Group (LON: IGP) bought shares following the latest contract news. Chief executive Klaas van der Leest bought 33,750 shares at 147.6p each, taking his stake to 1.8%, and finance director Nitil Patel bought 3,250 shares at 150p each, taking his shareholding to 0.07%. Business Intercede is involved […]

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Yesterday one of our Stocks For 2025 – Gulf Marine Services (LON:GMS) – announced that it has increased still further its massive Order Book, now up to an impressive $558m.   The Business  Founded in Abu Dhabi in 1977, the £190m-capitalised Gulf Marine Services has become a world-leading provider of advanced self-propelled self-elevating support vessels.   The […]

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Since Tuesday 4th March when the Kitwave Group (LON;KITW) announced its Final Results for its year to end-October 2024, its shares have put in something of a lacklustre performance.  Upon the results they were went up 4p to 280.28p, before closing that night at 255p.  Since then, they have wavered between 248p and 268.50p – […]

The post Share Tip: Kitwave Group – the shares of this delivered wholesale business, now 258p, look ready for a re-rating, possibly ahead of its AGM later this month appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Perhaps in the face of the recent Bloomberg-amplified rumours of ‘laddish culture’ within the estate agency offices of Foxtons Group (LON:FOXT), it is more than understandable that the group will be looking to change perceived investor images by way of a Capital Markets Day within the next couple of months.  Last week, on Wednesday 5th […]

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Yesterday’s announcement of its 2024 Full Year Results from GlobalData (LON:DATA), the data, insight and technology group showed profitable growth and strong foundations embedded to execute its declared ‘Growth Transformation Plan’ just as it looks to switch on to the Main Market.  The Business  Capitalised at £1.6bn, this London-based group is a leading data, analytics, […]

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The chances are, you are never far from a building or structure built using Forterra (LON:FORT) products.  This company proudly proclaims that:  “Our purpose is to help create lasting legacies.  We create bricks, blocks, precast concrete, paving and many other vital products that keep Britain building.  We provide the building products that help our customers […]

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Following the latest full year figures from oil and gas company Harbour Energy (LON: HBR) two non-executive directors have bought shares. Simon Henry acquired 20,000 shares at an average price of 198.16p each. This takes his stake to 60,000. Last September, he bought 20,000 shares at 288p each. Margaret Ovgrum bought 18,000 shares at 189p […]

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Next Tuesday morning, 11th March, will see the Costain Group (LON:COST), the UK infrastructure engineering business, declare its annual results for the year to end-December 2024.  We already know that the group’s revenues will show up slightly lower, while it will have increased its profits for the year.  The company, which is capitalised at £282m, […]

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This FTSE 250 technology company suffered two profit warnings during 2024, and recent results saw shares decline further, making the stock an interesting recovery play.  However, investment bank analysts see this decline as overdone and unwarranted, given the company's progress. They have a price target that implies an achievable 20% upside. The company's shares are […]

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Yesterday’s Interim Results from Galliford Try (LON:GFRD) worked wonders for the construction group’s shares, lifting them 10% higher to close at 384p, valuing the whole business at £391m.  Brokers have reiterated their views on this group’s progression, while I take the view that the group has a solid balance sheet, is debt free, well capitalised, […]

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This morning’s 2024 Final Results from Foxtons Group (LON:FOXT) were impressive.  The group is the largest lettings agent in London as well as being the largest lettings brand in the UK.   It also recorded the highest number of sales agreed in London in 2024.  The 2024 Results  The company reported that revenues in the year to […]

The post Share Tip: Foxtons Group – further growth reported and forecasted might help to diffuse the culture rumours surrounding the iconic agency business appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Now we know what it is doing!  This morning Synectics (LON:SNX), a solutions provider in the growing global security market, announced its Final Results for the year to end-November 2024.  On the back of a 13.6% revenue increase to £55.8m (£49.1m), the group saw its underlying operating profit expand almost 57% to £4.8m (£3.1m), with […]

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Structural steel supplier Severfield (LON: SFR) has published a downbeat trading statement and the share price has slumped 45.7% to 25.9p. The order book has fallen by 2% since the end of October and the decline is more marked over the medium-term. This is where the operational gearing of Severfield is a major negative. It […]

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I admit it right now; I am not a fashion geek!  So, you will never in a month of Sundays find me wearing a pair of 1460’s.  Now that I have got that out of the way – I reckon that Dr Martens looks right – the shares, not the boots!  The Business  The £637m-capitalised […]

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Known for its iconic styling of its offices scattered across London and nearby counties, as well as the green and yellow liveried fleet of cars, the £188m-capitalised Foxtons Group (LON:FOXT) must be feeling nervous of its public perception. Reaction To Bad Rumours There has been a sudden explosion of comment about the pervading culture within […]

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This morning’s announcement by the protective packaging solutions specialist, the Macfarlane Group (LON:MACF), of its Annual Results for December 2024 were up to expectations.  The markets in which the group operates were challenging throughout 2024 and it reported that its management team had responded effectively, enabling the business to produce a profit performance for the […]

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Last year the £1bn-capitalised motor manufacturer Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings (LON:AML) sold only 6,030 of its iconic vehicles, that was 9% lower than the previous year’s 6,620 units.   This morning the group reported its Final Results for the year to end-December 2024 and they were none too clever.  Revenues were down just 3% at […]

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Upon announcing the McBride Group (LON:MCB) Interim Results to end-December this morning, its CEO praised the group’s employees for their hard work and its investors for their continued support, stating that together, they are building a strong, resilient and reset McBride, poised for future success.  The Group built on the momentum of the last financial […]

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This Thursday morning will see Macfarlane Group (LON:MACF) announcing its Final Results for the year to end-December 2024.   The protective packaging products group suffered ‘headwinds’ last year, which could well have eased fractionally its sales and profits for the year.   However, the current year should be showing a noticeable improvement, boosted by the mid-January announced […]

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Transense Technologies (LON: TRT) shares continued to fall in price after the recent results. This is a reaction to the strategy of building up overheads ahead of growth, which has hit medium-term profit levels. Interim figures show revenues 36% ahead at £2.46m, although pre-tax profit was 13% lower at £550,000. Hiring is going on to […]

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English wines maker Chapel Down Group (LON: CDGP) non-executive director Michael Spencer has bought 400,000 shares at 33.5p each. He owns 27.1% of Chapel Down. In December, he acquired 500,000 shares at 35p each. He owns the shares through IPGL Ltd. Business Kent-based Chapel Down joined AIM in December 2023 at an introduction share price […]

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Despite its magnificent rise in price since featuring this private label contract packer’s shares at 24p in February 2023, up over 600%, I still believe that the group’s shares offer significant short-term upside.  The Interim Trading Update from McBride (LON:MCB), issued on Friday 17th January this year, gave investors further confidence of better times ahead.  […]

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Yesterday the shares of SRT Marine Systems (LON:SRT), the marine domain awareness specialist, fell by 15.5% to 46.50p, following comments about the company’s founder Simon Tucker published in the Philippines press.  Company Response to Philippine press reports  “SRT notes the recent share price movement and reporting in the Philippine press with regard to the IMEMS […]

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On Tuesday 4th March, possibly one of the busiest days for SmallCaps reporting, one of my recent favourites, Synectics (LON:SNX) will be announcing its 2024 Final Results – and I am looking forward to hearing what the group has to say about its business going forward.  The Business  The Sheffield-based group is a leader in […]

The post Share Tip: Synectics – this is a ‘clever technology business’ – its global marketplace offers so much potential, ahead of its 2024 Finals in two weeks appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Within the next fortnight we will see the 2024 Final Results being declared by Kitwave Group (LON:KITW), they will highlight the progression of the wholesale delivery business, together with its potential to carry on moving forward.  The Business  Established way back in 1987, following the acquisition of a single-site confectionery wholesale business based in North […]

The post Share Tip: Kitwave – having fallen back from the 2024 High of 409.50p, this group’s shares before its 2024 results look undervalued at 285p appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Good news always comes out faster than bad news!  Like the rest of the market, I was looking for the Scottish-based housebuilding and construction group Springfield Properties (LON:SPR) to announce its Interim Results for the six months to end-November 2024 tomorrow morning, as planned.  However, the group declared them this morning – they were good […]

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ASX-listed consumer healthcare company Wellnex Life Ltd (ASX: WNX) is planning to gain an additional quotation on AIM. It currently has a market capitalisation of A$20m. The company was originally a dairy products business but subsequently moved into consumer healthcare. This has been the focus since 2021. Wellnex Life has an agreement with Haleon to […]

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Floorcoverings distributor Likewise Group (LON: LIKE) continues to grow market share on the back of rising revenues despite the decline in its underlying markets. Consumer markets remain tough, but Likewise is showing no signs of decline. Revenues were 8% ahead in January, following a 10% year-on-year improvement in the fourth quarter. Full year revenues of […]

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In just eight ‘trading days’ time, namely Tuesday 24th February, McBride (LON:MCB) will be reporting its Interim Results for the six months to end-November 2024.  Just two years ago, on 28th February 2023, I featured the business with its shares then at 24p, stating that the group’s profit recovery could well start to get its […]

The post Share Tip: McBride – up nearly 44% in five weeks, this group’s shares, now 151p, are still in the ascent  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

After a somewhat lengthy process, the 2022-quoted Main Market listed shell Fintech Asia (LON:FINA) has acquired a very interesting microfinance business and following the ‘reverse takeover’ is now to be renamed as ICFG. Looking at its spread of activity, I would reckon that its shares have a very interesting upside from the current price of […]

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The Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria–based James Fisher and Sons (LON:FSJ) is a leading provider of unique marine solutions in Energy, Defence and Maritime Transport.   The £172m-capitalised group has developed unparalleled operational expertise in harsh environments, delivering specialised solutions across the defence, energy and maritime transport sectors, ranging from offshore wind farm commissioning to submarine and hyperbaric rescue […]

The post Share Tip: James Fisher & Sons – update from this marine solutions business indicates that it is on the mend appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

The investment case for robotics is compelling and, in many respects, relatively straightforward.  Material cost savings and higher levels of efficiency can be achieved by employing machines and robotics to complete tasks that have traditionally been carried out by humans.  The futuristic depiction of a robot washing your dishes is almost a reality. But beyond […]

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Yesterday the shares of Gulf Marine Services (LON:GMS), one of the UK Investor Shares For 2025, rose impressively to 19.64p before closing at 19.30p, which is well above the 15.85p at which it was featured at the turn of the year.  A couple of weeks later readers could have purchased GMS stock down at 14.70p, […]

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This business intelligence group is shortly to move from AIM up to the Main Market.  That progression for GlobalData (LON:DATA) could well mark an important stage in the group’s growth, while at the same time focus new investor attention to its attributes, which in turn should improve its rating.  The process could take up to […]

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RC Fornax has made good progress since it was set up in 2020 and the outlook for defence spending means that there are strong prospects for the business. Annual UK defence spending is £54bn and increasing. There are also opportunities outside of the UK. Revenues and margins are improving, and the company has gained 22 […]

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Capitalised at just £24.78m, tinyBuild (LON:TBLD) really is a tiny company that is building up.  Based in the States, with operations there and in Europe, the video games business publisher and developer, which floated on AIM nearly four years ago, has a catalogue of more than 70 premium titles across different genres.   With a strategy […]

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Just two months ago the shares of this £807m-capitalised leading convenience food manufacturing group were trading at 225p, yesterday they fell back to just 183p, however this morning they have shown some good price recovery.  Whether that was in reaction to the unsettled ‘Trade Tariff’ markets or was it possibly following the group yesterday holding […]

The post Share Tip: Greencore Group – it is now time to bite into this group’s shares, its growth continues making them undervalued at 192.60p, brokers TP 250p  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

This morning’s announcement of a Trading Update for the year to end-December 2024 reports that Warpaint (LON.W7L) had a very positive business period.  The specialist supplier of colour cosmetics stated that it had a strong trading performance last year and has already seen a positive start to 2025.  Last year’s revenue is expected to be […]

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Operating from four locations across the UK - London, Manchester, Bristol, and Swansea – the Made Tech Group (LON:MTEC) is a provider of digital, data and technology services, which enable central government, healthcare, local government organisations and other regulated industries to digitally transform.  The Interim Results  Following on from our predictions of yesterday, this morning […]

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Tomorrow morning will see Made Tech (LON:MTEC) publish its Interim Results for the six months to end-November 2024.  The group’s strategy is to provide software and services to run and improve public services worldwide and it could show a positive outlook despite its challenging backdrop.  The Business  Founded in 2008 and listed on AIM in […]

The post Made Tech – provides Digital, Data and Technology services to help organisations make a positive impact, will tomorrow’s Interims make an impact?   appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Cellular medicines developer Cardiogeni (LON: CGNI) joined Aquis at the end of January 2025. The core CLXR-001 product is targeting the cardiac market, specifically coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). Cardiogeni floated to increase its profile and attract a broader shareholder base. The share price slumped from the subscription price of 147p to 60p on the […]

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Tomorrow morning will see The Alumasc Group (LON:ALU) announce its Interim Results for the six months to end-December 2024, they should be more than positive and help to identify just how attractive its shares are at the current 292.50p.  I am looking for the group to point to its current year sales to continue the […]

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Interim figures from Hargreaves Services (LON: HSP) show good progress with the services business and highlight the potential value of assets of the AIM-quoted company. In the six months to November 2024, revenues are 14% ahead at £125.3m. HRMS in Germany made a small profit contribution, compared with a £1.9m loss in the corresponding period. […]

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Within the next few weeks we should be seeing Macfarlane Group (LON:MACF) announcing its Final Results for the year to end-December 2024.  I believe that, at the current share price of just 105.50p, this £168m capitalised group is looking very undervalued.  A good investor boost may become evident with the group’s accompanying statement on its […]

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This morning’s Q1 Trading Update from leading convenience foods maker, the Greencore Group (LON:GNC), reported that the 13 weeks up to 27th December 2024 showed a 7.5% increase in reported revenues.  With strong market positions in a range of categories including sandwiches, salads, sushi, chilled snacking, chilled ready meals, chilled soups and sauces, chilled quiche, […]

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Yesterday morning’s Trading Update from the Harworth Group (LON:HWG) reported a strong demand for its building plots from a multitude of house developers.  The group is a leading UK sustainable regenerator of land and property for development and investment which owns, develops and manages a portfolio of over 14,000 acres of land on over 100 […]

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This morning Foxtons Group (LON:FOXT), London’s leading estate agency and largest lettings agency, has announced its 2024 year-end Trading Update.  It was very positive and should lead to the group’s shares advancing even further.  For the year both revenue and adjusted operating profit are expected to be ahead of market expectations.  Ahead of market expectations, the […]

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Now could well be the time to take a view on the auction market correcting its downturn of last year.  Despite having cut back profit estimates in 2024, the Auction Technology Group (LON:ATG) still managed to show a revenue and profits advance in the year to end-September 2024.  Analysts are looking for further growth this […]

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The UK government wants housebuilding levels to grow significantly. There are questions about resources and if the targets can be met, but there should be some growth. There are already signs of an upturn in the housing market, albeit a relatively modest one at the moment. If that continues then housebuilding related companies will begin […]

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Engineering services Renew Holdings (LON: RNWH) has a solid track record, but this has been knocked by the timing of the rail renewal programmes leading to forecast downgrades. Non-executive directors have been buying since the share price slump. Chairman David Brown bought 2,822 shares at 705p, Stephanie Hazell purchased 2,836 shares at 705p each and […]

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Investors were not totally happy with the latest trading statement of Transense Technologies (LON: TRT) but it is not as negative as it might appear on first look. Yes, there was an effective downgrade of profit, although the additional investment should boost long-term prospects. Trading was in line with expectations in the six months to […]

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This group is a leading sustainable regenerator of land and property for development and investment which owns, develops and manages a portfolio of over 14,000 acres of land on over 100 sites located throughout the North of England and Midlands.   Harworth Group (LON:HWG) specialises in the regeneration of large, complex sites, in particular former industrial […]

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The brake could soon be lifted on the shares of Gulf Marine Services (LON:GMS).  The £160m capitalised Abu Dhabi-based group is a world-leading provider of advanced self-propelled self-elevating support vessels, with its fleet of 13 SESV’s serving its offshore energy sector customers around the Middle East, South East Asia, West Africa, North America, the Gulf […]

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Ahead of announcing its Interim Results to end-December 2024 on Tuesday 25th February, McBride (LON:MCB) last Friday issued a Trading Update which has really helped to move its shares.  And the further rise has only just started, despite its shares having risen over five times since our first mention.  We featured the group, which is […]

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This coming Thursday, 23rd January, SRT Marine Systems (LON:SRT) will be holding its AGM and an Open Day at its premises near Bath.  The group, which is one of the UK Investor Shares Of 2025 selected on 30th December 2024, has seen its price increase from a then 42p up to 53p at one time […]

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Vinanz Ltd has moved from the Aquis Stock Exchange to the Main Market. Bitcoin’s strong performance in the past year means that this is a good time to make the move and raise cash to invest in growing the business. Vinanz raised £750,000 at 3p/share when it joined Aquis in April 2023. Following the switch […]

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Panmure Gordon is more negative about the prospects for gold and silver than many commentators. However, it has identified two picks in the AIM gold mining sector. Following the US Presidential election the gold price fell by up to 10% and it has generally been trading in the $2,600-$2,700/ounce following a US interest rate cut. […]

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Last Thursday we highlighted the attractions of Galliford Try (LON:GFRD), the UK construction group, at 363p.  That feature was ahead of the company publishing its Interim Trading Update, which it did on Wednesday.  The investor and market reaction to the statement was quite positive, lifting the shares from 361p to 382p on Wednesday, then up […]

The post Share Tip: Galliford Try – This weeks Trading Update was very positive and this group’s shares at 393p could well soon be breaking into New High territory, Brokers TP 527p  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Ruggedised plug-in cards and systems developer Concurrent Technologies (LON: CNC) had a strong fourth quarter and 2024 revenues were 10% higher than expected at £39.6m. The share price is 9.4% ahead at 151.5p. Management has focused on increasing the number of new product launches each year and this is paying off. The systems business is […]

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Yesterday’s Update for the ten weeks to Saturday 4th January, covering the group’s Peak Trading covering the run-up to Christmas and then the New Year Sales periods, showed Currys (LON:CURY) putting on quite a strong performance.  Certainly, the market approved, by marking the group’s shares up 11.19% on the day, with them closing up 9.17p […]

The post Share Tip: Currys – Brokers up their Target Prices for electricals retail group after its Peak Trading Update, upgrading profit estimates by 5%, shares at 91.40p, TP 170p  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Yesterday morning Hunting (LON:HTG) issued its Trading Update for the year to end-December 2024 – it was very well received in the market, with investors taking its shares up 52p to 352.50p at one stage, before ending the day at 345p.  So that already shows a good performance from the feature made last Friday when […]

The post Share Tip: Hunting – Brokers still looking for sales and profits to advance this year and next, making the shares very good value, brokers looking for 600p against current 345p  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

This morning’s announcement from Ramsdens Holdings (LON:RFX) reported another record set of results.  There is a growing amount of business out there for Ramsdens, which is ready to help its customers whether making a jewellery purchase, exchanging currency to enjoy a holiday, or raising cash from their jewellery by way of a loan or a […]

The post Share Tip: Ramsdens Holdings – record set of Finals see brokers increasing their Target Price to 320p a share, against current 235p on just 9 times historic earnings  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Last week, Kistos, which is an independent energy company with operations across the upstream and midstream energy markets, with its offshore and onshore portfolio spanning the UK, Norway, and the Netherlands, issued a Trading Update ahead of its 2024 Finals.  It was a positive statement and highlights the attractions of this £95m-capitalised group, whose shares […]

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Cloud computing and hosting services provider Iomart (LON: IOM) has been struggling in recent years as profit and the share price have declined. Iomart chair Richard Last has bought an initial 50,000 shares at 77.27p each, which is not much above the low for the year. Richard Last joined the board last June.   The […]

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Next Tuesday morning will see Hunting (LON:HTG) issue a Trading Update for the year to the end of last month.  In late October last year, the company gave out a lower-than-expected guidance for the year, the effect of which was enough to swipe more than 23% off the group’s shares, seeing them back to 299p […]

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Take a good look at the shares of Galliford Try Holdings (LON:GFRD) ahead of its Interim Trading Update being issued next Wednesday morning.  It has a massive £3.8bn Order Book, and its potential contract strength comes particularly from its Tier 1 status as a contractor within the Water Company sector.  The Business  Operating as Galliford […]

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Are we soon going to see a rage of major discount sales hitting the UK High Streets and shopping centres?  Footfall in the run up to Christmas has been reported has being some 11% down on previous year figures, making two years lower on the trot.  Perhaps it was the British public not actually ’trotting’ […]

The post Earnings preview: After Next sends shivers through the retail sector due to higher wage and other costs, we preview M&S, Tesco, Greggs, Sainsbury and Hilton results appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

The former Prime Minister of Qatar, Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani, is believed to have increased his stake in Gulf Marine Services (LON:GMS), one of our 2025 selections.  ‘HBJ’ who is believed to own over 3% of Deutsche Bank, has been referred to as ‘the man who bought London’ following the Sovereign Wealth […]

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I will have a bet with you.  There is a very strong chance that somewhere around your household there is a product produced by the McBride group.  Two years ago, I featured the company, with its shares then just 24p, since when they have been as high as 145p, before easing back to the current […]

The post Share Tip: McBride – Been up over 600% since I mentioned this private label ‘market leader’ with its shares then at 24p, they are now only 437% up at 105p but look very ready for another rise, especially with news expected next week – TP 175p  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Formerly standard listed shell Alteration Earth did not make an acquisition large enough to retain a full listing and switched to AIM. The shell purchased Pri0r1ty AI, which has developed a platform to automate processes to help smaller businesses to grow. The name was changed to Pri0r1ty Intelligence. There is already an article on the […]

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It has been stated that the core objective of the cinema industry has remained unchanged for almost a century – which is basically to provide audiences with a consistently excellent ‘big screen’ experience.  The cinema business has had to constantly reinvent itself to ensure it has continued to offer the best possible experience to customers […]

The post Share Tip: Against a background of bumper cinema slates and ahead of its Trading Update, the shares of the Everyman Media Group, now 52.50p with a TP 180p, could look right for a quick run upwards  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

It has its eye on you - it knows what you are doing, where you are going – whether in a train, on the street, in a casino – or just about anywhere.  Synectics (LON:SNX) is a leader in advanced security and surveillance systems that help protect people, property, communities, and assets around the world.   […]

The post Share Tip: Synectics – there is a good chance that this group’s products are watching you, now you should watch its shares, looking for a 50% uplift  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

In December, there were five companies that left AIM. Four companies chose to leave, including one that will be wound up in the medium-term, and one was taken over. Greatland Gold (LON: GGP) was readmitted after the acquisition of the rest of the Havieron project. There were two new admissions during the month: Amcomri Group […]

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In November, there were seven companies that left AIM. That includes three takeovers completed, three companies that chose to leave and the other was placed in liquidation. Another two companies joined AIM during the month: cash shell Selkirk Group (LON: SELK) and video games services provider Winking Studios (LON: WKS). 1 November i3 Energy il […]

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The rate of AIM departures slowed down in October with four companies leaving. Two were acquired, another went bust, while the other decided to exit. There were two new admissions – GenIP (LON: GNIP) and Pulsar Helium Inc (LON: PLSR) – so the overall rate of decline in AIM company numbers slowed. 3 October Base […]

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Optima Health (LON: OPT) directors have been buying shares since it demerged from Marlowe (LON: MRL) on 26 September 2024. Following the recent interims, chief executive Jonathan Thomas bought 13,559 shares at 147.4p each, finance director Heidi Giles acquired 13,500 shares at 147.4p each and non-executive director Simon Arnold bought 7,637 shares at 143.8p each. […]

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Ten companies departed AIM in September. There were three takeovers, while five companies chose to leave, including one who wanted to leave so it did not replace its nominated adviser, and two companies went into administration. 2 September Infrastructure India Trading in Infrastructure India shares was suspended on 16 July. There were only two remaining […]

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There were nine departures from AIM in August. Four were taken over, four left by choice and one had a winding up petition granted. Earnz (LON: EARN), previously Verditek, was the readmission in the period after it acquired two energy efficiency services companies. 1 August i(X) Net Zero Renewables and energy efficiency investment company i(X) […]

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There were six companies that left AIM in July 2024 and a reverse takeover of Pathfinder Minerals to form Rome Resources (LON: RMR). Two companies are being liquidated, one was taken over, one decided to concentrate on its other quotation, one decided to leave AIM, and one had been suspended for one year and time […]

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Amcomri Group is focused on buy and build in the engineering sector. It is seeking established businesses with specialist expertise. Management will then hope to enhance their performance. So far, there have been 16 acquisitions. These are in niche and fragmented markets. Amcomri Group was co-founded by Paul McGowan, who is also executive chairman of […]

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This morning provided an early Christmas present to the shareholders in Windward (LON:WNWD) following the £216m cash bid from Octopus UK Bidco, valuing the shares at 215p each.  On Thursday 8th August I wrote that   “With some 90% of international trade being carried by sea, it is easily understood why Windward is aiming at the […]

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Roderick McIllree bought 7.5 million shares in 80 Mile (LON: 80M) at 0.002762p each. This takes the executive director’s stake to 6.4%. He is the largest shareholder. This comes after 80 Mile announced a deal to acquire 49% of Hydrogen Valley for £2m and 29% of the enlarged share capital of 80 Mile and a […]

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This morning’s Interim Results from the Aquis-quoted One Health Group (AQSE:OHGR) should inspire investors enough to be tucking a few of its shares away right now.  One Health Group utilises specialist consultants and healthcare managers working together to provide the best possible diagnosis and treatment for its patients.  It is an independent provider of free, […]

The post Share Tip: One Health Group – ‘Bringing healthcare closer to you’ – the shares are looking extremely appealing, with increasing sales, profits and cash, shares 210p, brokers TP 292p  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Following this morning’s Trading Update, we now know that the AIM listed independent specialist finance provider Time Finance (LON:TIME) has been doing better than the market has been expecting in its six months to end-November.  Following fourteen quarters of growth in its lending, the company has reported a record lending book, record first-half revenues and […]

The post Share Tip: Time Finance – £53m capitalised group to achieve record current year profits of £7.5m, shares now 58p, I see 80p, while broker TP is 112p   appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Between now and the end of next month there is time to buy into and add to subsequent positions in Van Elle Holdings (LON:VANL).  On the face of it, a lot of investors would assume that this £40m-capitalised group is boring – well yes it, to a certain point.  Boring is part of its business.  […]

The post Share Tip: Van Elle Holdings – well worth getting dug in and ‘piling’ into these shares at 37p, broker value at 68.5p  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

After this morning’s AGM Trading Update, market observers are anticipating that the shares of Netcall (LON:NET) will enjoy a progressive 2025.  The Business  Netcall is a UK-based provider of intelligent automation and customer engagement software, that is engaged in design, development, sale and support of software products and services.   Its Liberty software platform with intelligent […]

The post Share Tip: Netcall – with strong revenue visibility and cash flow, this group is a clear organic growth opportunity, its shares, now 101p, have broker values up to 140p  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

One of my early Christmas wishes is to be a ‘fly on the wall’ of a certain office in Manchester.  At the end of this week, Friday 20th December, the warring factions of Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group (LON:FRAS) and Mahmud Kamani’s boohoo Group (LON:BOO) will be facing each other in a voting contest.  There will […]

The post Frasers Group and boohoo Group – the fight goes on – skullduggery suggested, property sale problems – and a ‘fly on the wall’!  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Camellia (LON: CAM) has been going through a period of transformation and there was no interim dividend declared earlier in the year, but directors have started to acquire shares. These are the first purchases by directors since 2020. Chief executive Kenneth Coombs bought 2,000 shares, finance director Oliver Capon acquired 1,200 shares, Graham Mclean 100 […]

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Sports consultancy and data analysis business 4GLOBAL (LON: 4GBL) is evolving its strategy and that is part of the reason behind the dip in interim revenues. The geographic mix of revenues has changed significantly, and prospects have increased. The share price is not far above its all-time low, so is there recovery potential? The business […]

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Yesterday’s results from Currys (LON:CURY) were very well received by the market, with its shares shooting up 17.28% in reaction.  The headline being grabbed in the media is that the group has an extra £32m of costs to its operations following the latest Budget increases.  On the face of it the well-copied headlining of that […]

The post Share Tip: Currys – don’t fret about the headlined extra £32m costs because this group’s shares, now 92.65p, have been upgraded to a 155p Target Price  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Before tomorrow’s AGM, on Friday 13th December, it is very likely that we could well see a more positive Trading Update, which could help to call the turn in this group’s dismal share price action.  The Business  The Oldham-based Ultimate Products (LON:ULTP) is the owner of a number of leading homeware brands including Salter, which is the […]

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With its shares currently trading at around the 80p level, Currys (LON:CURY) is valued at some £910m.  However, sector analysts at Panmure Liberum consider that the retailer is trading significantly below its true value.  In particular, the researchers conclude that in ‘true valuation’ terms – based upon the potential disposal of its various operations, the […]

The post Share Tip: Currys – worth over £1.2bn, now valued at £910m, trading on 9 times current year and just 7.8 times prospective earnings, ahead of its Interims, its shares at 80p are rated as a Buy, TP 135p appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

The independent technology group Cohort (LON:CHRT) is due to announce its Interims tomorrow.  The Business  Cohort is a holding company, which provides a range of services and products for domestic and export customers in defence and related markets.   The Theale, Reading-based company operates through two main segments: Communications and Intelligence and Sensors and Effectors.   The […]

The post Share Tip: Cohort – Despite having doubled in price this year, I feel that there is so much more left to go for in buying this group’s shares, now 1033p, TP 1163p  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Fishing tackle retailer Angling Direct (LON: ANG) has announced its capital allocation policy details. The share price rose 2.5p to 38.5p. The plan of the AIM-quoted company is to retain a level of cash to cope with the peaks and troughs of trading, while investing in accelerating the UK store roll out. There will also […]

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Never be afraid of taking advantage of lower share prices of companies that you follow when they are suddenly being hit for six by shock announcements.  The market always overreacts to such news that was unexpected, it is a form of protection some might say.  How many times have we seen it before?  A company […]

The post Share Tip: Solid State – Three weeks ago its shares collapsed by over 50% on shock news, now 123p, brokers looking for 180p, Interims tomorrow – a Buy?  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Hargreaves Services (LON: HSP) confirms that trading has been positive in the first half. Underlying full year profit is likely to be flat, but there could be significant cash generated from the disposal of assets, some of which may generate additional profits. Hargreaves Services expects a strong first half from its services division and its […]

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If you want a ‘smart’ investment for 2025 then look no further than Oxford Metrics (LON:OMG).  This week the £76m-capitalised group announced its final results for the year to end-September, they were not impressive in performance but digging deeper into what the group has and does, together with its balance sheet, gives the shares some […]

The post Share Tip: Oxford Metrics – providing a bridge between the physical and digital world, this cash loaded group’s shares are trading at 60p, while analysts look for 95p  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Less than four months ago just before the late August Interim Results announcement, I noted that the shares of Costain Group (LON:COST) the UK infrastructure engineering company, then at 89p, were far too cheap.  Since then, the sector, in which it is a major player, has been rocked by the collapse of the ISG Construction […]

The post Share Tip: Costain Group – The latest contract win helps to show just how cheap are its shares at 104.50p, TP 135p, on just 7.3 times earnings!  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

As I said last week when AO World issued its latest Interim results – I really do like to see companies upgrading their market guidance.  It is especially noteworthy in the current economic environment which is generally voicing sluggish performances.  So yesterday’s results from my favourite food group – Greencore Group (LON:GNC) – pleased me […]

The post Share Tip: Greencore Group – Wonderful performance over the last year – shares have doubled in eight months, with more to come  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

It may be too early for some readers, but I have a number of companies within my Smaller Quoted Companies sector that I really fancy for a good run in 2025.  One of the list is London’s leading estate agency the Foxtons Group (LON:FOXT).  And following another read-through of the group’s recently announced Q3 Trading […]

The post Share Tip: Foxtons Group – Valued at £179m, making £23.6m profits in 2025 and still on the acquisition trail – shares now 59p, while analysts have valuations up to 134p!  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Do not worry about the delays Simon, just keep on winning and bringing in the new orders.  It must be an incredibly difficult and tortuous task negotiating with and contract preparing with overseas government bodies.  But that is what SRT Marine Systems (LON:SRT) has been patiently handling over the last few years, as it has […]

The post Share Tip: SRT Marine Systems – £93m world-leading group has pipeline of £1.2bn sales potential, with £320m contracts booked  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Payment services provider Bango (LON: BGO) has suffered a poor 2024 and the share price is bouncing around the low for the year. To show his confidence in the business, chief executive Paul Larbey and another family acquired 46,096 shares at 97.45p each. In October, they bought a total of 36,437 shares at 104.24p each. […]

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One Media IP (LON: OMIP) is selling TCAT, which monitors unauthorised exploitation of music, to digital agency Round Group in return for a 5% stake in the purchaser. This will improve group profitability, while having some exposure to the potential upside from the technology. Digital agency Round Group and it uses technology for marketing campaigns. […]

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Next Tuesday morning will see the announcement of the final results for the year to end-September by the Greencore Group (LON:GNC), the world’s biggest sandwich maker.  And I am not talking about the size of its sandwiches, but instead the number that they produce for retailers of all sorts across the UK and Ireland.  The […]

The post Share Tip: Greencore Group – Ahead of next week’s finals this unique food group’s shares still look great value despite the 73% rise in the last seven months  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

I do like to see companies increasing their guidance given to the market, especially in these times.  Just such a case for example is one of my favourites, the AO World (LON:AO.) electrical retail group, which on Tuesday of this week, 26th November, announced its Interim Results to end-September.  The figures were very good, while […]

The post Share Tip: AO World – Latest interims upgraded to progressive profit growth, shares rated as a buy, highest AIM 150p, now just 109p  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Taking a view on just how quickly a company can recover from shock losses is one of the most rewarding ways of investing in these markets.  Catching the opportunity of the swift pull-back in a company’s share price as it reacts to the latest piece of corporate news enables aware investors to gain some advantage.  […]

The post Share Tip: Severfield – A few bridges too far, delayed not cancelled growth, with brokers cutting its TP from 130p to 105p, but shares now 56p offer ‘recovery upside’  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Structural steel supplier Severfield (LON: SFR) did better than expected in its underlying trading in the first half. However, there was a £21.9m unexpected contract charge. There are also delays to work because of challenging conditions and poor pricing is hitting margins. This is not unusual. There are plenty of companies that have been hit […]

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Just over a month ago Celebrus Technologies (LON:CLBS) updated investors about its trading for the six months to end September – it showed the Board’s confidence in producing another year of progress.  It was also anticipating the delivery of a full year performance in line with management expectations.  Next Tuesday morning the company will declare […]

The post Share Tip: Celebrus Technologies – Tuesday of next week sees this cash-laden data solutions group declare improving Interim results, shares 305p, brokers TP 450p   appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

In his latest moves against Mahmud Kamani and his £390m-capitalised boohoo Group (LON:BOO) business, Mike Ashley and his 73% owned £3.37bn valued Frasers Group (LON:FRAS) have taken off the gloves and ready to start getting stuck in for a fight.  By way of a Shareholders Meeting, Ashley is demanding that Kamani be removed from the […]

The post Frasers and boohoo – The battle really is hotting up now, Ashley is going for Kamani’s jugular, while the massive loss-making online fashion group continues its struggle  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Art outsourcing and video games developer Winking Studios Ltd is already quoted on the Catalist board of the Singapore Stock Exchange, and the UK quotation will help it to expand internationally. Winking Studios has a relatively small share of a fragmented market and should benefit from higher levels of outsourcing as developers seek to control […]

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Selkirk Group is a shell that plans to acquire an unquoted business, possibly part of a larger group, or a company that is already quoted. These would be smaller companies in the technology, digital and consumer sectors. Selkirk was set up by fully listed Kelso Group Holdings (LON: KLSO), which is an active investor, and […]

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Vistry shares have been punished by cost miscalculations that will wipe at least £165m off profit before tax over three years.  The impact is severe, but it’s not an existential threat. Although earnings will be significantly lower this year and damaged next year, the investment case remains very much intact. There are reasons to be […]

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One of the best, if not the best, performer in the market yesterday was a tiny loss-making company – Ferro-Alloy Resources (LON:FAR).  Its shares reacted to some very positive corporate news, rising throughout the day to close up over 120% higher at 5.16p, valuing the company at £24.9m.  The company, which is a vanadium producer […]

The post Share Tip: Ferro-Alloy Resources – Smithers marketing study opens up massive potential for this £25m company, with its shares exploding 130% – More to come?  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

At the start of last month, it looked as though there was going to be a handbag-swinging duel between the two largest shareholders in the Mulberry Group (LON:MUL).  The Somerset-based company is the UK’s largest manufacturer of luxury leather goods.  There was a period, years ago, when the bags were totally ‘chic’ and could fetch […]

The post Mulberry Group – The two billionaires are now going to have to play a ‘waiting game’ as the new CEO tries to sort out the loss-making bag maker  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

After the recent spate of global elections, it would be totally understandable for investors to consider that the pollster companies were making a fortune.  However, it may not be that way at all.  For instance, take a look at YouGov (LON:YOU), the group that describes itself as the #1 most-quoted market research source worldwide, being […]

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On Thursday of this week, 21st November, I would like to see a positive statement from Speedy Hire (LON:SDY), certainly good enough to rekindle some upward action in the group’s share price.  Currently, they are trading at around the 29.80p level, while analysts are valuing them at up to 51.7p.  The Business   Speedy Hire, which […]

The post Share Tip: Speedy Hire – The shares of this hire group look to be a good growth recovery stock to purchase ahead of Thursday morning’s interims announcement  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

It’s very easy to be pessimistic about UK stocks. However, the bull case for UK equity is much stronger than many market commentators would have you believe. The headline earnings multiples of UK equities convey deep value, but the bull case for UK equity runs a lot deeper than average price-to-earnings ratios. Several structural tailwinds […]

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What is the expression?   All the world likes a ‘trier’!  And certainly, that is how I consider Mike Ashley, especially in his recent efforts to gain more retail sector dominance.  Don’t get confused with the term ‘chancer’ because, unless you know differently, I do not believe Ashley to be such a person.  Just like a […]

The post Mike Ashley – Certainly one of life’s ‘triers’ – but will he get it on?  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

It is increasingly important for companies to keep their costs as low as possible in tough economic times. Selling software to enable clients to do this is not as easy a sell as it might be expected to be. It takes time to gain new customers, but once they are signed up, there is generally […]

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The UK Small and Micro Cap market is awash with undervalued growth opportunities not appreciated by the broader UK equity market, leaving them to trade at low valuations. Many are being bid for by competitors or overseas private equity. We have scoured fund manager commentary for potential hidden gems favoured by professional investors and held […]

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On Wednesday of next week, 20th November, Renold (LON:RNO), the chain and transmission equipment group, will be reporting its Interim Results for the six months to end-September.  They should be showing a good set of figures and a near record order book for the full year to end March 2025.  On broker’s estimates the group’s […]

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Take a look at this £15m group, the Artificial Intelligence platform for transport corridor analytics.  Despite its size, it is winning more contracts across the world, giving its shares some real upside potential.  The Business  The group is a leader in infrastructure monitoring through automation and machine learning.   This company produces specialist hardware and software for […]

The post Tip: Creating safer, more efficient and sustainable railways, this group is winning new business across the globe   appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

We will have to wait until Thursday 19th December for the next Trading Update from Time Finance (LON:TIME) – but we now know that the AIM listed independent specialist finance provider is doing better than the market has been expecting.  The Business  Time Finance helps UK businesses thrive and survive through the provision of flexible […]

The post Share Tip: Time Finance – this £54m capitalised group is in line to achieve current year profits of £7.5m, shares now 58.50p, broker TP 112p   appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

What a total debacle!  It would not be at all surprising to hear that shareholders in Team Internet Group (LON:TIG) are very concerned about the way this cash-generative global internet services business has fallen out of grace.  Despite yesterday morning’s ‘resilient’ Q3 unaudited financial results for the nine months to end-September – which declared that […]

The post Team Internet Group – A dealings enquiry? Massive share buyback programme value loss created on borrowed money – Calls for corporate control change  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Applied Nutrition has grown impressively over its ten-year history, and it has also shown that it is a strong cash generator. The company’s sports nutrition and health products are sold internationally, but it is still early days in the US. The indicative price range was 136p to 160p and it was initially planned that 137.4 […]

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Investors beware!  There are always people in the know, when you are not.  And they take advantage of that knowledge, to the disadvantage of shareholders.  So it was last Friday when the shares of Team Internet Group (LON:TIG) fell back from the 138p level at which some 202,911 shares were traded the day before.  They […]

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Last Friday morning, 8th November, saw CyanConnode Holdings (LON:CYAN) announcing its Interim Results- they were very positive and clearly point the way for the technology group to break into profits in the current year.  In early September, the £40m capitalised group’s shares were trading at just 7.50p.  That was very different from the 29.85p level […]

The post CyanConnode – Breaking into current year profitability on the back of a record order book, shares 10.5p brokers TP 26p  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

A better than expected full year outcome and a special dividend have boosted the share price of Swindon-based newspaper and magazines distributor Smiths News (LON: SNWS). The updated bank facilities no longer cap the dividend payment at £10m. The share price rose 8% to 61.06p last week. Management will be making a presentation on MelloMonday […]

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A positive trading statement by Mears (LON:MER) sparked director buying. The share price has risen nearly 10% to 374p since the report that trading was better than expected. Chief executive Lucas Critchley bought 9,986 shares at 362.7p/share and finance director Andrew Smith bought 25,000 shares at 363.67p/share.   Business The social housing building maintenance services […]

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Next Monday, 11th November, will see the announcement from the marine domain awareness specialist SRT Marine Systems (LON:SRT) of its Fundraising details covering its latest mega-$213m contract.  The Business  Founded in 1987, the company was formerly known as Software Radio Technology and changed its name to SRT Marine Systems in July 2016.   Based at Midsomer […]

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Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group (LON:FRAS) is continuing to turn up the volume of its contention with the way that Mahmud Kamani is running the boohoo Group (LON:BOO).  It all heated up again yesterday as Frasers published an Open Letter to boohoo that is stirring the pot even more.  Following market whispers that Umar Kamani, one […]

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Getting your brand name out there is so important for any company looking to score retail success.  Although headlines may tell you otherwise, it never happens overnight, it is a slow process getting noticed and then acclaimed.  So yesterday’s news from Sosandar (LON:SOS), that it has signed a licensing agreement with NEXT should prove very […]

The post Share Tip: Sosandar – New agreement with NEXT will boost this group’s brand awareness, and its profitability, shares now 9.90p, brokers TP 31p  appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

Are the shares of Braemar (LON:BMS) a ‘sell’ before tomorrow morning’s Interim Results are announced?  After a recently lowered guidance, the six months to the end of August this year are expected to show almost stand-still revenues of £75m (£74.9m), while the half-time underlying operating profit is likely to be gently better at £7.6m.  The […]

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You don’t have to own an Aston Martin to realise its total style and performance ability.  The last three to four years have been somewhat bumpy for the company, but I do believe that with its super-wealthy clique of investors clearly backing the group in its strategy, it has the potential to perform very well […]

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Post-Budget, the share price of Jersey Oil and Gas (LON: JOG) bounced back because there were no nasty surprises in terms of North Sea taxation. The price fell back following the initial rise, but it was still 23.3% ahead on the week at 63.5p. To put that in perspective, it is still two-thirds of the […]

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Legal services provider Gateley (LON: GTLY) chairman Edward Knapp bought 11,586 shares at 125p each on the day of the Budget. He owns 41,519 shares. In 2019, he bought 14,992 shares at 167p each. There had been share disposals by directors in early October, including 50,000 shares sold by chief executive Rod Waldie at 138p […]

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Believe it or not, some UK shares may actually benefit from the Labour budget announced this week. Investors will be all too aware of the budget's impact on UK equities in the run-up to and immediate aftermath of the budget, and some may find it challenging to pick out any shares that will see improvement […]

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I really like these figures – 1.8, 2.9, 5.6, 7.2 – and investors should do too!  In million pounds sterling they represent the four-year profit span for Venture Life Group (LON:VLG).  Yesterday the self-care products group bought another big line for its portfolio.  The Business  Venture Life, whose products are sold in over 90 countries […]

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At 11am on Thursday morning (31st October) this very interesting business will be holding its AGM in Sedgefield, County Durham – I would just love to be there and have a look around the various plant and premises – why?  The simple answer to that is that I consider Filtronics (LON:FTC) to be a growth […]

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Yesterday’s Q3 Trading Update from Gulf Marine Services (LON:GMS) showed continuing growth in turnover and profitability.  Following on from recent contract wins the group, which is a leading provider of advanced self-propelled, self-elevating support vessels serving the offshore oil, gas and renewables industries, has inspired broking analysts to increase their Price Objectives for the group’s […]

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Energy supplier and energy efficiency service provider Good Energy (LON: GOOD) has revealed that it has “received an unsolicited indicative, non-binding proposal”, which the board and the company’s advisers are currently considering. There was no indication of the level of the bid, but the shares jumped 19.7% to 353p/share. The share price went over 400p […]

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Ground engineering contractor Van Elle (LON: VANL) has picked up significant business in Canada, which is a relatively new market for the company. This helps to underpin the expectations for the next few years. Nottinghamshire-based Van Elle provides a range of piling and foundations services. The general piling division provides large-scale piling and ground engineering […]

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Following the announcement of a major deal by motor dealer software provider Pinewood Technologies (LON: PINE) and a capital markets day, Nicola Flanders acquired 5,714 shares at 346.5p each and Jemima Bird bought 15,627 shares at 343.8p each. Both are non-executive directors and neither previously owned shares. The deal with Marshall Motor Group has led […]

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Pulsar Helium Inc shares were already trading on TSX-V and the OTCQB Venture Market and the additional cash raised by coming to AIM will fund further exploration in Minnesota. The company’s focus is the Topaz helium project in northern Minnesota, close to the Canadian border. So far, an appraisal well has been drilled and this […]

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Oliver Mussat, chief executive of fertiliser projects developer Atome (LON: ATOM) bought 900,000 shares at 75p each from chairman Peter Levine. This increases his stake to 5.46%, while Peter Levine still owns 15.9%. Oliver Mussat earned $731,000 in 2022, up from $543,000 the previous year. Even so, this is a significant investment. The board earned […]

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Fairview International was set up to buy two international schools in Malaysia and it is seeking more acquisitions in Asia and the UK. New schools could also be developed. Management believes that there may be opportunities to acquire underperforming schools in the UK. These would be schools that appeal to the Asian market. There are […]

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Foreign exchange and financial services provider Alpha Group International (LON: ALPH) has recently become a constituent of the FTSE 250 index. Clive Kahn has bought 25,000 shares at 2085p each. This follows on from purchases of 25,000 shares at 2207p each, 25,000 shares at 2117p each and 50,000 shares at 2077p each. Chairman Clive Kahn, […]

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Gamma Communications (LON: GAMA) executive chair Martin Hellawell has acquired 6,000 shares at 1648p each. This is his maiden share purchase. It has taken him a while. He was appointed on 1 July 2023. The share price was not much more than two-thirds of the level of his purchase price and it was still around […]

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Optima Health has demerged from Marlowe (LON: MRL) on the basis of one share for each Marlowe share held. The company is the market leader in the UK occupational health sector with a share of around 10%. This has been achieved through investment in technology. The Optima Health business was originally acquired by Marlowe in […]

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Retailer Marks & Spencer (LON: MKS) is expected to report improved UK sales in the first half and that should more than offset a drop in the international contribution, according to Shore Capital. This is being achieved in a tough consumer market. Cost reductions appear to be having an effect. There are plans to cut […]

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Advanced engineering and medical technology supplier Avingtrans (LON: AVG) is in a strong position to develop over the next few years. The cost of developing the medical imaging technology is holding back short-term profit, but there is huge longer-term potential. Avingtrans is heavily investing in developing compact 3D x-ray systems and the initial reaction to […]

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There are many reasons why a director may want to sell shares. Franchised lettings and property sales business The Property Franchise Group (LON: TPFG) finance director David Raggett is retiring from the company. He is handing over the reins to Ben Dodd on 1 October, although he will continue to provide support the board after […]

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The investment put into IT and processes at small business finance provider Time Finance (LON: TIME) is paying off. More of the additional revenues are dropping through to profit and the share price is above net tangible assets for the first for many years. Net deals in arrears are around 5% and the bad debt […]

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Investors are starting to recognise the potential of Transense Technologies (LON: TRT) and it is building up a range of potential users for its surface acoustic wave technology. The share price has risen by nearly three-quarters so far this year. Royalty income from Bridgestone for the iTrack monitoring technology continues to grow and provide cash […]

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Last week’s 0.5 of a percentage point cut in US interest rates was larger than many people expected. The US government is switching from reducing inflation to growth. Panmure Liberum believes that this should be the start of a rate cut cycle. There was one dissenting vote from someone who wanted a 0.25 of a […]

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Next Fifteen Group (LON: NFG) was hit by a profit warning ahead of its interims and the share price slumped. Following publication of the interim figures, five directors bought shares to show their confidence in the company. Chief executive Tim Dyson bought 10,791 shares at 461p each, while finance director Peter Harris also bought 10,791 […]

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Business started to recover in the first half for Facilities by ADF (LON: ADF), which provides trailers and other services to film and TV sets, following the ending of Hollywood strikes last year. The second half will show a much greater bounce back in trading as US productions get up and running again. First half […]

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Founder Philip Meeson sold five million shares in airline and tour operator Jet2 (LON: JET2) following the AGM earlier in the month. This reduces his stake by 2.3% to 15.4%. That is still the largest shareholding in the company. He stepped down from the board one year ago. Non-exec director Rachel Kentleton bought 1,801 shares […]

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Ruggedised plug-in cards and systems developer Concurrent Technologies (LON: CNC) is benefiting from recent capital investment and product development and profit growth is starting to accelerate. Interim revenues were 38% ahead at £16.8m, while pre-tax profit jumped from £1m to £2.3m. There was a cash outflow in the first half because of a £4.5m purchase […]

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The chairman of animal genetics company Genus (LON: GNS) and his wife have invested nearly £180,000 in share purchases since the publication of full year results at the beginning of September. The purchases are at prices well below his previous acquisitions of shares. Catherine Ferguson bought 3,500 shares at 1763.626p each and a further 3,500 […]

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Shell company Earnz has taken the first steps in becoming an energy efficiency services business. The management team headed by former Mears boss Bob Holt, has worked together on turning round other businesses. The shell has been cleaned up and the first two acquisitions will provide a strong base for further acquisition activity. The two […]

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ECO Animal Health (LON: EAH) chief executive David Hallas has bought 18,181 shares at 110p each. The total stake is 109,334 shares. Last November, he acquired 37,759 shares at 106p each and one year earlier he bought 20,394 shares at 98p each. His original purchase of 33,000 shares was at 117p each in May 2022. […]

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Cadmium-free quantum dots developer Nanoco (LON: NANO) has suspended the joint development agreement with ST Microelectronics. There are also unlikely to be revenues from another sensing programme. The joint development agreement with STMicroelectronics involved a two-year programme to optimise a second-generation sensing material. Nanoco says that it met all the development milestones. The decision is […]

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Records management, technology recycling and office relocation services provider Restore (LON: RST) had a poor start to 2023 and that led to a change in management with Charles Skinner returning as chief executive. Dan Baker was appointed finance director last November and he initially acquired 25,000 shares at 206p each. The following month 25,000 shares […]

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There were five companies that left AIM in June 2024. Three ran into financial difficulties, one is a shell that failed to secure a transaction and the other was taken over. Wound healing technology developer AOTI Inc (LON: AOTI) was the only new company during the month. 12 June Rurelec Rurelec was started up to […]

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Staffing company Empresaria (LON: EMR) is having a difficult time. It is not alone, because the recruitment sector is in a downturn. Recruitment is a cyclical industry, and it is in the downward part of the cycle with further disappointment in the latest interims from AIM-quoted Empresaria. The international nature of the business and the […]

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There were ten companies that left AIM in May 2024, including four that decided to leave, including one that is being wound up, and three were taken over. One switched to the Main Market, while the other two were in financial difficulties. There were three new admissions with theworks.co.uk and Electric Guitar, following a reverse […]

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BATM Advanced Communications (LON: BVC) reported flat interim revenues due to lower revenues from networking technology, but the outlook is more positive. Cyber and diagnostics revenues grew, while networking revenues fell from $11.6m to $6m. New orders are being won in the networking division and there should be an improved second half. A new deal […]

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Gooch & Housego (LON: GHH) published another disappointing trading statement last week. Following the trading statement, Elaine Sullivan, who is associated with chairman Gary Bullard, acquired 2,000 shares at 456p each and 5,000 shares at 463p each. That takes Gary Bullard’s stake to 54,200 shares. Previous purchases earlier in the year were at higher prices. […]

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It sems to have been talked about for years, but it appears that third-party cookies are going to be a thing of the past in the near future. This will make it more difficult to collate data to enable the personalisation of advertising. It means that advertisers will look for other ways of gaining value […]

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Online marketing and domain name services provider Team Internet (LON: TIG) is paying a maiden interim dividend. The company continues to grow organically, supplemented by acquisitions, and this is being achieved in a less than ideal advertising market.   The 1p/share interim dividend is dependent on bank approval. Last year’s final dividend was 2p/share, but […]

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TV programmes producer Zinc Media (LON: ZIN) disappointed the market with its July trading statement, although it continues to make progress. Chief executive Mark Browning has taken advantage of the share price decline to buy 20,825 shares at 71.7p each. He owns 396,958 shares. Last August, Mark Browning exercised options over 151,515 shares at 0.125p […]

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Customer engagement and intelligent automation systems supplier Netcall (LON:NET) is spending some of its cash pile. It is paying an initial £9.6m for Govtech, which has a focus on the public sector, and this will be earnings enhancing this year.   There was £33.7m of net cash at the end of June 2024. Even after […]

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There were no problems with the full year figures of Hargreaves Services (LON: HSP) even though they were delayed. In fact, pre-tax profit was slightly higher than expected at £16.9m. The full year dividend is 36p/share. The value of the renewable energy projects in the land division is not reflected in the share price. Pre-tax […]

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Three executive directors of Mercia Asset Management (LON: MERC) have added to their shareholdings at a significant discount to NAV. Chief executive Mark Payton has bought 145,840 shares at an average share price of 34.69p. Martin Glanfield acquired 119,223 shares at 34.5p each, while Julian Viggers bought 100,000 shares at an average price of 34.84p. […]

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Seaweed-based animal feed producer Ocean Harvest Technology (LON: OHT) warned that interim revenues declined 46% to €950,000 and full year forecast revenues will be well below the previously expected level of €6.1m. Non-executive director Stephen Walker acquired 45,000 shares at an average price of 8.4p each following this trading statement. He owns 545,000 shares. He […]

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Transense Technologies (LON: TRT) is starting to demonstrate its cash generation abilities and the share price is reacting to that. A strong second half means that full year figures will be ahead of expectations. The Translogik tyre monitoring equipment business had a particularly strong fourth quarter. That meant that group revenues were £4.2m, instead of […]

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Maritime AI technology services provider Windward (LON: WNWD) sparked a second forecast revenues upgrade of the year following its interim trading statement. The company is still on course to achieve monthly EBITDA breakeven by the end of the year. Windward continues to add new clients for its compliance and freight visibility services. Even so, it […]

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Rosebank Industries shares have gone to a huge premium in their first two days of trading on AIM, but investors should remember that there is potential dilution from incentive shares. Founders and management of Melrose Industries, one of the three former AIM companies that are constituents of the FTSE 100 index, have set up the […]

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IntelliAM AI is developing AI technology to enable more efficient manufacturing practices. It has acquired a consulting business with a client base that could provide further opportunities for the technology. Since flotation, IntelliAM AI secured a funding award of £263,000 from DIF Lighthouse Fund. This is for research into the application of AI in lubrication […]

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The sale of shares by the founder of AIM-quoted TPXimpact (LON: TPX) is not necessarily a bad thing. Non-executive director Neal Gandhi sold 1.2 million shares at 42p each. He still owns 4.85 million shares (5.26%). Neal Gandhi stepped down as chief executive of the digitisation services provider in October 2022. The cash will be […]

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Employee benefits and insurance provider Personal Group Holdings (LON: PGH) is selling a business that it acquired ten years ago and has been a disappointing performer over the past few years. This will allow the business to focus on the things it is good at. One year ago, Paula Constant took on the chief executive […]

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Some AIM-quoted companies have strong underlying businesses with good prospects that are masked by past mistakes, not always made by the current management team. This can hold back the share price for years.   They can drag on and be a drain on cash resources, but when they are finally sorted out it can leave […]

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Small businesses continue to require finance for growth but obtaining it from high street banks remains difficult. Finance providers that can be flexible and efficiently provide cash to these businesses will be able to grow. Lenders need to ensure that the quality of the loan book is high and bad debts are kept low. Technology […]

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Medical technology company AOTI Inc has developed products that help to heal wounds by focusing oxygen on chronic wounds. These can include diabetic foot ulcers and pressure ulcers. The company acquired a negative pressure wound therapy device. Diabetes levels are increasing, and this will provide the core market. The estimated global market for the company’s […]

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RWS (LON: RWS) directors, including outgoing chief executive Ian El-Mokadem, have bought shares in the translation and IP services provider following the recent interim results. Ian El-Mokadem bought 5,000 shares at 176.4p each. He is leaving early next year and owns 195,000 shares.   Chairman Julie Southern acquired 2,547 shares at 196.3p each and 2,529 […]

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Fully listed Castings (LON: CGS) has warned that volumes will decline this year. Demand for heavy trucks has passed its peak, but it should continue at a reasonable level that will keep profit at decent levels. There is scope to recover, plus an acquisition that should add to profitability. Castings operates two iron foundries in […]

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AIM-quoted pawnbroker H&T (LON: HAT) chairman Simon Walker has acquired 9,965 shares at 387p each. This compares with the current share price of 376p. Simon Walker holds 30,000 shares. Back in March he bought 5,035 shares at 397p each and his original acquisition of 15,000 shares was at 444p each. Business H&T is the largest […]

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Disinfection products supplier Tristel (LON: TSTL) has appointed Matt Sassone as its new chief executive. He will replace founder Paul Swinney when he leaves Masimo Corporation in September and already has experience as an AIM boss because he ran LiDCO. At the end of 2020, Nasdaq-quoted Masimo offered 12p/share in cash for non-invasive hemodynamic monitoring […]

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Gooch & Housego (LON: GHH) chairman Gary Bullard has bought 3,000 shares in the photonics company at 550p each following the interim figures. Earlier in the year, he made three purchases totalling 5,140 shares and all were acquired at 494p/share. The previous purchases were done when the share price was falling due to a disappointing […]

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Excavation and support services provider Hargreaves Services (LON: HSP) has done slightly better than expected in the year to May 2024 and that has led to a profit forecast upgrade. Although, the 2024-25 figure has been trimmed. The dividend will be 36.6p/share. Hargreaves Land completed a deal slightly earlier than anticipated, which led to the […]

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Maritime systems developer SRT Marine Systems (LON: SRT) admits that two coastguard contracts are unlikely to reach their project revenue milestones in the 15 months to Jun 2024. This means that there will be another loss. Despite the bad news, the share price recovered 4.4% to 19p. The contracts have to go through final completion […]

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Brain tumour treatment developer Extruded Pharmaceuticals reversed into Amur Minerals Corporation, which had sold its mining asset and become a shell, to form CRISM Therapeutics Corporation on 31 May. There was a one-for-160 share consolidation prior to the readmission. The shell had cash in it, but it will not last long. Management believes that there […]

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Warpaint London (LSE: W7L) non-executive Sharon Daly acquired an initial 4,080 shares at 490p each. This is in contrast to sales by other directors. The finance director Neil Rodol exercised 250,000 options at 122p each and sold the shares at 485p each. At the beginning of May chief executive Samuel Bazini and managing director Eoin […]

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On the back of a positive AGM statement, software company GetBusy (LON: GETB) chief executive Daniel Rabie acquired 235,000 shares at 65p each. That takes his stake to 3.57%, so he is certainly invested in the success of the company. Daniel Rabie was an executive at Reckon prior to its demerger of AIM-quoted GetBusy. Business […]

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Two non-exec directors of online hostel bookings agent Hostelworld (LON: HSW) have been buying shares. Paul Duffy bought 30,000 shares at 160p each, while Ulrik Bengtsson acquired 50,000 shares at 158p each. They both joined the board in May. Following the 2023 results there was some profit-taking by Aberforth, which still owns 9.2%. That is […]

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There were ten companies that left AIM in April 2024, and there was only one taken over during the month. Four decided to leave AIM, two got into financial difficulties, one was suspended for six months, one is being wound up and one moved to the Main Market. There were two new admissions during the […]

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US private equity firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts has made a recommended bid for geospatial software provider IQGeo (LON: IQG). The 480p/share bid values IQGeo at £333m. I said that the shares were attractive three years ago when the share price was 96p. In a period where technology companies have been out of favour, IQGeo has […]

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Battery technology developer Ilika (LON: IKA) is raising up to £3.4m at 28p/share to spend on the Goliath solid-state battery. This cash should last at least 12 months. Goliath is a solid state battery that is non-flammable and easier to recycle than rival battery technologies. There is also higher energy density and reduced cell degradation. […]

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New chairman Dr Graham Cooley has bought more shares in Light Science Technologies (LON: LST) following the release of the 2023 figures. He acquired 2.42 million shares at 3.18p each, taking his stake to 8.26%. He started building up the stake last year. Intuitive Investments (LON: IIG) reduced its stake from 7.86% to just under […]

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Online fashion retailer boohoo (LON: BOO) reported a 17% decline in full year revenues with a reduction in all the geographic regions. The share price initially fell but ended the day slightly higher at 35.26p. This is still well below the original flotation price in 2014 and it may take time for a more substantial […]

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Electric Guitar switched from the standard list to AIM following the reverse takeover of 3radical on 3 May. This is a relatively modest deal, and it was too small for the company to gain readmission to the standard list. However, it is the first in a planned series of acquisitions in the digital marketing sector, […]

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The Legal & General share price had pulled back from recent highs and is starting to look attractive. Simply put, Legal & General is a robust dividend payer and has a place in income portfolios. Investors should be confident, that over the long term, there is a minimal risk of seeing their income from the […]

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Driving safety technology developer Seeing Machines (LSE: SEE) chief executive Paul McGlone has been buying shares since the release of interim results. He initially bought 450,000 shares at 5.09p/share and 50,882 shares at 5.04p/share. That was followed by the purchase of 200,000 shares at 4.07p/share and 440,000 shares at 4.08p/share. That takes his shareholding to […]

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There were four companies that left AIM in March 2024, and they were all taken over. There were no new admissions during the month. 5 March City Pub Group City Pub Group was the subject of an agreed bid from Young & Co’s Brewery (LON: YNGA) of 108.75p in cash and 0.032658 of an A […]

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Construction, architectural and visualisation software supplier Eleco (LON: ELCO) has almost completed the transition from licence to SaaS-based revenues. During this period growth in earnings has been held back as immediate licence income is replaced by longer-term regular payments. Eleco supplies a range of architectural and construction project software in the UK and Europe. This […]

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Recruitment firm Empresaria (LON: EMR) has found it tough in the past couple of years, but finance director Tim Anderson has bought 35,000 shares at 35.99p/share. He owns 325,000 shares. Last August, he exercised 150,000 nil-cost options. The share price has recovered slightly to 36.5p, but it is still down by one-third since the end […]

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Cinema operator Everyman Media (LON: EMAN) is reporting its 2023 figures on Tuesday 16 April. The company is still losing money, but things are looking up for the cinema sector with admissions improving. Revenues are expected to grow from £78.8m to £90.9m, while the loss could rise from £1.3m to £2.9m. EBITDA should have improved. […]

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Helix Exploration is a helium exploration company that was originally seeking to raise £3m-£5m but ended up raising £7.5m because of the significant demand from investors. The chairman David Minchin is the ex-chief executive of Helium One Global, which also proved popular when it reversed into an AIM shell – although it has had its […]

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European Green Transition was set up by Cathal Friel as an investment company to acquire mining and processing projects that will help with the transition away from fossil fuels. Cathal Friel has brought other companies to AIM, including Amryt Pharma and Hvivo (LON: HVO). He sees minerals used in green technologies as an attractive opportunity. […]

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Don’t worry about the awful figures about to be reported for 2023 by this £24.5m valued business, because recovery is now well underway for this year. Within the next few weeks, we should be seeing the announcement of the 2023 results from this professional services group. Its shares now look ready for a strong recovery […]

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There has been a very recent accretion of shares by one of this pottery group’s Swedish-based shareholders – begging the question what is behind this latest move? It is even more interesting after the group, just two weeks ago, announced a collapse in its 2023 profits from £8.0m to just £3.0m, slashing its earnings by […]

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Apart from being major retail names, tell me what do the following companies have in common? Tesco, Asda, Aldi, Sainsburys, Morrisons, B&M, Co-op, B&Q, The Range, Express Gifts, Action SystemeU, Iceland, Boots, Dunnes, The Works, Continente Modelo, Primark, Robert Dyas, Factory Shop, Amazon, Avon, The Range, Homestore and More, JTF, Argos, House of Fraser, The […]

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UK franchise operator Domino’s Pizza (LON: DOM) is investing £11m in Poland-based pizza stores operator DP Poland (LON: DPP) as part of an overall fundraising of up to £20.5m. The other £9.5m will come via a placing and retail offer. This cash will help to finance a near-doubling of stores and that should help DP […]

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Maritime AI technology services provider Windward (LON: WNWD) reduced its loss last year and could move into profit before the end of 2024. The annual contract value already underpins most of the revenues forecast for this year. Windward started 2023 with an annual contract value of $25.5m. The full year revenues were $28.3m, up from […]

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There were three companies that left AIM in February 2024, plus the reverse takeover of Location Sciences by Sorted Group Holdings (LON: SORT). Two of the companies got into financial difficulties and the other was taken over. MicroSalt (LON: SALT) was the only new company joining AIM during the month. 12 February Safestyle UK Safestyle […]

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There has been director buying in shares of Trident Royalties (LON: TRR) following its fourth quarter statement and the finalising of a new credit facility. An organisation related to executive chairman Al Gourley bought 350,000 shares at 35.91p each and 115,875 shares at 34p each, taking his stake to 2.73%. Finance director Richard Hughes bought […]

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Online marketing and domain name services provider Team Internet (LON: TIG) grew strongly last year and only made one small acquisition. This year’s expectations appear eminently beatable and without further share buy backs and/or acquisitions there should be net cash by 2025. The ending of support for third-party cookies by major internet companies – the […]

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Cadmium-free quantum dots developer Nanoco (LON: NANO) has announced the detailed plans for the return of cash to shareholders. The amount returned will be £30m with a further £3m being used for share buy backs. That is at the bottom of the suggested range of between £33m and £40m. This follows consultation with some of […]

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Co-chief executive Katie Bickerstaff is retiring after the Marks & Spencer (LON: MKS) AGM on 10 July and this could spark a change in the management structure of the retailer. The share price has risen strongly in the two years she has held the role. Is there potential for it to go higher? Stuart Machin […]

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This group’s shares look cheap ahead of its imminent results. Wiring, LED lighting, EV chargers and portable power equipment is what drives this Telford-based business, and it markets its products across the globe. ‘Bringing power to life’ is the group’s proud proclaim, while it describes its purpose as helping people to harness power sustainably in […]

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Hargreaves Services (LON: HSP) has completed the buy-in of its two defined benefit pension schemes and it has cost less than expected when the process was announced. The deal has been done with Just Group. There is an initial cash outflow of £7.7m, which covers the £3.7m pension shortfall and a £4m loan relating to […]

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After a long period of searching for a deal, Location Sciences secured the reverse takeover of Sorted Holdings to form the renamed Sorted Group Holdings. The new business has developed delivery software for ecommerce businesses. This provides the original shareholders with a chance of making some of their money back – even if it is […]

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Sylvania Platinum (LON: SLP) reported its interims last week and the share price slipped 3.36% to 51.7p, having fallen to 47.5p at one point. Company chair Eileen Carr bought 60,000 shares at 49.74p each. She owns 130,000 shares. The interim dividend is 1p/share, and the shares go ex-dividend on 29 February. Business Sylvania Platinum operates […]

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Self-storage sites operator Lok’nStore (LON: LOK) increased first half revenues by 4.9%, helped by higher prices. Part of the debt has been fixed at a lower interest charge and the outlook remains positive for the growing market. The three latest stores are building up their business and a new managed site has been opened. One […]

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Transense Technologies (LON: TRT) had some disappointments in the first half but it remains highly cash generative and able to invest for growth. The forecasts have been trimmed, but the share price never reflected the previous estimates, and the prospective multiple is still relatively modest.   In the six months to December 2023, revenues improved […]

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FRP Advisory Group (LON: FRP) chair Penny Judd acquired an initial 39,995 shares at 125p each on 16 February following the third quarter trading statement. Nigel Guy retired on 2 January and Penny Judd took on the role. Penny Judd has directorships of AIM companies LendInvest, Alpha Financial Markets Consulting, TruFin and Team17 Group. She […]

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Online wine retailer Naked Wines (LON: WINE) sold the Majestic Wine business in 2019. The difference in the financial positions of the AIM company and the acquirer is indicated by the early payment of the vendor loan note related to the transaction. CF Bacchus HoldCo was used as the acquisition vehicle by Fortress Investment. The […]

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Cadmium-free quantum dots developer Nanoco (LON: NANO) is in position to return the cash to shareholders it has promised and continue to develop IP. Investment in facilities will help to boost development revenues as product sales are building up. Nanoco has achieved its first production order and trading remains in line with expectations. The interims […]

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Film localisation services provider Zoo Digital (LON: ZOO) was hit by the directors’ and writers’ strikes in Hollywood. The latter dragged on and although it has ended film and television productions have been further delayed. That means that there will be a higher than expected loss in 2023-24. The share price recovered when there was […]

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Shore Capital has upgraded its forecast for IRN-BRU maker AG Barr (LON: BAG) which has appointed a new chief executive. Scotland-based AG Barr’s revenues were £400m in the year to January 2024, which is 26% ahead of the previous year. This includes a full contribution from the Boost drinks business acquired in December 2022. Organic […]

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Low-sodium salt developer MicroSalt has completed its flotation on AIM. The £3.15m raised will boost sales and marketing and enable stocks to be built up. There will also be money for further product development. The shares went to an immediate premium and ended the first day of trading on 1 February at 50.5p. They were […]

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There were nine companies that left AIM in December, while Afentra (LON: AFRN) was readmitted after a reverse takeover. Four companies were the subject of bids, two are being wound up and the other three got into financial difficulties. There were two new admissions during the month (Chapel Down (LON: CDGP) from Aquis Stock Exchange […]

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Interims from Hargreaves Services (LON: HSP) had already been flagged in the recent trading statement and management is confident that the German operations will turnaround in the second half on the back of commodity price movements. The interim dividend has been raised to 18p/share and the final should be the same, providing a yield of […]

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Mixer drinks supplier Fevertree Drinks (LON: FEVR) chairman Domenic De Lorenzo bought 45,000 shares at 973.8p each following the 2023 trading statement. This takes his stake to 49,500 shares. This comes after a tough period of trading in the past couple of years when revenues have continued to increase but margins have come under pressure, […]

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Small business finance provider Time Finance (LON: TIME) has taken time to build a solid platform and the benefits in terms of profit are starting to show through. A strong balance sheet and opportunities in its core market mean that there is more to come. Time Finance has a strong position at the smaller end […]

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Battery technology developer Ilika (LON: IKA) is making progress with the transfer of equipment and validation of production with its US manufacturing partner Cirtec Medical. Stereax product sales are still some way off, though. There is significant potential for Stereax and the larger Goliath batteries, but it will take years for this to be realised. […]

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JD Sports shares are the FTSE 100's worst performers of 2024 so far. A profit warning issued in the first week of the year sent the share price into a tailspin, touching the lowest levels since mid-2022. After undoing 2023's rally entirely, we feel the company trades at an attractive valuation that doesn't represent its […]

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Big Technologies (LON: BIG) was a major success when it joined AIM in July 2021 and raised £16.1m at 200p/share. In the first three days of trading the share price soared to 355p and it peaked two months later at 370.5p. That meant that the remote and personal monitoring business was valued at around £1bn. […]

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A surprise increase in UK inflation to 4% from 3.9% in the month prior will result in many investors tearing up their trade plans for early 2024. The promise of lower inflation and potential rate cuts in the early months of 2024 sparked a rotation into cyclical sectors such as miners, housebuilders, REITs and some […]

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Data analysis software and services provider Celebrus Technologies (LON: CLBS), formerly D4T4 Solutions, recently released a contract update and prior to this non-executive chair elect Tom Skelton buying an initial 50,000 shares at an average price of 215.94p each. The share price has risen to 241p. Tom Skelton, who has been a director of Escher, […]

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Rolls Royce shares had a monumental 2023. The company reminded investors why it had been held in such high esteem and demonstrated the challenges of the pandemic had been confined to history. However, after the Rolls Royce share price rallied 222% in 2023 and with results due next month, investors will be asking whether now […]

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