6 June 2025

The FTSE 100 is ending the week on a positive note.  It is interesting to note though that some companies which have enjoyed strong runs recently are seeing some profit-taking.  Companies involved in the defence industry suac as ChemringQinetiq and Rolls Royce have recently hit new highs.  It is no surprise to see some investors taking profits – after all these companies will not get the benefit of any extra spending on defence for some years!

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Card Factory – 95.7p

7 May 2025 - final results The leading specialist retailer of greetings cards, gifts and celebration essentials has announced its results for the year to 31 January 2025.  These have shown that revenue for the year rose over 6% to £542.5m, with adjusted pre-tax profits also increasing by over 6%...

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SDI Group – 79p

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Ramsdens Holdings – 351p

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Premier Miton – 66p

29 May 2025 - interim results We last commented on the shares on 22 April when the share price was 48p and we rated the...

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Kier Group – 170p

3 June 2025 - trading update The construction and property group has issued a positive trading statement confirming that trading to 30 April was in...

Luceco – 151p

21 May 2025 - trading update The wiring accessories group Luceco has issued a positive trading statement for the three months to 31 March with...

Watches of Switzerland – 406p

15 May 2025 - trading update The leading retailer of luxury jewellery and watches has provided a reassuring update for the financial year to 27...

Marston’s -43.1p

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