Equities

Kier Group – Restructuring set to pay off

The contracting firm is trading on just 5.3 times historic earnings. Mark Watson-Mitchell believes a massive upside is offered.

2 FTSE 100 shares with long-term investment potential

Robert Stephens, CFA, discusses two FTSE 100 shares that appear to offer good value for money.

SysGroup – A chance for SysAdded value?

This IT services provider is priced at just 7.16 times earnings and trading at 44% of a broker’s valuation.

Small Cap Round-up – Purple-shirted fairies, hackers and PVC

Start the week by catching up with the latest news from world of UK equities including Safestyle, Kape and Saatchi.

Small Cap Round-up – Prison, Bars, Games and Parts

Mark Watson-Mitchell looks at a range of companies including STV, Revolution and Frontier Developments.

2 underperforming FTSE 100 shares with recovery potential

Robert Stephens, CFA, considers the long-term outlook for two falling FTSE 100 index stocks.

Cohort – is there a cheap bidder in the wings?

Is Cohort on the brink of a takeover bid? Mark Watson-Mitchell checks in on recent developments at the Reading-based business.

Billington Holdings – A chance to build value?

Can this construction safety firm offer a secure investment opportunity? Mark Watson-Mitchell takes a closer look at the company.

Small Cap Round-up – Under Pressure?

Is there still room for growth at Pressure Technologies and Bloomsbury? Mark Watson-Mitchell takes a look at their current situations.

Vodafone and United Utilities’ defensive traits could appeal in today’s uncertain economic environment

Robert Stephens, CFA, discusses the outlook for two defensive shares.