10 October 2025

The week is ending on a relatively quiet note with the FTSE 100 edging down from its recent record high.  A disappointing trading statement from brick manufacturer Ibstock has demonstrated the weakness in the housing market in the UK – consumer confidence remains weak with the delayed Autumn Statement from Rachel Reeves which is not due until 26 November causing uncertainty with rumours of various tax changes creating nervousness.  We remain cautious of the market at current levels.

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Marston’s – 42.1p

8 October 2025 - trading update The leading hospitality group, which has an estate of over 1,300 pubs, has issued a trading statement covering the year to 30 September and this has revealed that good progress has been made during the year.  Like-for-like sales rose by 1.6% and underlying pre-tax...

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Premier Miton – 59.25p

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Synectics – 294p

9 October 2025 - director dealing Non-executive director Andrew Lockwood has bought 6,664 shares in the company at 300p to take his holding to 15,323...

Ramsdens Holdings – 367.75p

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Tandem Group – 188p

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Speedy Hire – 29.2p

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Marston’s – 42.1p

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Speedy Hire – 28.75p

7 October 2026 - agreement with HSS and director dealings The UK's leading tools and equipment hire business has entered into a number of agreements...

B&M European Value Retail – 238p

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