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The building materials group is increasingly moving towards higher-growth segments
There was evidence of strategic progress, but the contact centre division is a thorn in the group’s side
2025 proved a disruptive year for the fast-food chain
Vertical integration provides some flexibility on pricing
The top line returns to growth, but operating margins remain under pressure
The prospect of differentiated pricing models is significant
The group raised its annual dividend by 75 per cent as it returned to the FTSE 250
The shipbroker has started 2026 in a stronger position than last year
The engineering group is a higher-quality business, but this is reflected in its share price
Its main shareholder wants to take it private, but the company’s directors say the offer undervalues the business