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One small energy-storage maker is betting that a different kind of battery can outlast today’s mainstream options, making it a better fit for storing wind and solar power over many years. The big question is whether it can cut costs fast enough and secure reliable supplies of a key material while governments and grid operators ramp up demand for backup and storage.Read more

Update as of 13 May: Amidst the tariff chaos and thus increased uncertainty about underlying growth trends, and after Balfour's recent quarterly report, I lowered exp. revenue growth to 12 per cent p.a., increased profit margins just a notch to 3.5 per cent and reduced the discount rate slightly to 9 per cent, still resulting in a fair value close to 600p.Read more

Key Takeaways Strong U.S. infrastructure demand, customer rental preference, and strategic investments are driving higher utilization, operational efficiency, and resilient revenue growth. Diversification across specialty markets and disciplined capital allocation support earnings stability, market share gains, and reduced exposure to construction sector cycles.Read more

Key Takeaways Strong demand and increased order book enhance revenue visibility, supporting growth and stability in various market segments. Transformative investments aim to improve productivity and margins, signaling potential for improved returns and competitive advantage.Read more

Porvair leans into specialist filtration and environmental tech where customers often stick around, and it’s also pushing upgrades and sustainability efforts that could help it run more efficiently over time. The catch is that some parts of the business are softer and growth can depend on buying other companies, while big spending plans and outside shocks could squeeze results during a leadership handover.Read more

Key Takeaways Smiths Group aims to enhance margins and streamline operations by divesting non-core businesses, focusing on high-performance technologies. Strategic investments and a share buyback program are set to boost revenue growth, EPS, and operating margins, supported by market trends in industrial sectors.Read more

Weir Group is leaning into mining software and smarter equipment, aiming to turn more of its sales into steadier, repeat business while helping miners cut energy use and boost output. But the upside depends on mining activity staying healthy and the company delivering on its cost-cutting and acquisition integration plans.Read more

Kier’s work pipeline could come under pressure as the UK government tightens spending and new green rules raise the cost of getting projects done. At the same time, a strong backlog of contracted work and steps to control project risk could help it stay steady even if the building cycle turns.Read more

Balfour Beatty could ride a wave of upgrades to power networks and greener public projects, helped by sharper contract selection and years of investment in digital tools that aim to make big builds less risky. But past project missteps, legal and regulatory surprises, and a lot of lower-profit work could still limit how much this momentum turns into lasting gains.Read more