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High risk technology investment with decreasing discount
High risk technology VCT that appears to be well managed to select good companies leading to successful realisations. Climate for these has been improving in the last year making me doubt the historical declining revenue growth.Read more
Global X Robotics and AI UCITS ETF Will Transform Industries
Robotics and artificial intelligence are rapidly transforming industries from manufacturing to healthcare. BOTZ provides diversified exposure to companies leading this change — including hardware (robot arms), automation software, and AI chips.Read more
Tufton Assets: High-Yield, Deep-Value Shipping with a Built-In Exit 28% NAV Discount
A little-known shipping trust pays regular cash from a working fleet and plans to sell its ships and return the money to shareholders within a set timeframe. The catch is that shipping markets can swing fast, so the real question is whether steady payouts and ship sales can outweigh a rough patch in freight rates.Read more
Mortgage Advice Bureau sees revenue surge with 12% growth
In 2024, MAB reported a significant increase in revenue and pre-tax profit, with revenue rising by 11% to around £266m and adjusted pre-tax profit growing by 31% to about £30.5m. The company has set new medium-term targets, including doubling its revenue from 2024 levels, achieving an adjusted pre-tax profit margin above 15%, exceeding 100% cash conversion, and doubling its market share.Read more
Fundraising Momentum And AUM Diversification Will Drive Future Value
Key Takeaways Strong fundraising and strategic AUM growth enhance revenue potential through increased management fees and net margins, supported by the fund's scalability. Progressive dividends and share buybacks boost shareholder value and EPS, aligning capital allocation with growth priorities.Read more
EMG: Revenue Momentum And Lower Discount Rates Will Drive Future Gains
Man Group is pulling in more money from big institutions by offering a wider range of investing styles, from custom solutions to credit and ESG-focused options, which could make its fee income steadier over time. But pressure from lower-fee products and weak results in some trend-following funds could drag on profits and spark client withdrawals.Read more
Globalization And Digitalization Will Unlock Alternative Asset Opportunities
Key Takeaways Expansion into alternative asset classes, digitalization, and analytics is creating diversified, high-margin, recurring income and enhancing operational efficiency. Strong positioning in global broking, sustained innovation, and regulatory expertise are driving resilient revenues, market share gains, and potential value crystallization.Read more
Global Wealth Demand Will Expand Alternative Assets Despite Headwinds
Aberdeen is trying to fight industry fee pressure and client withdrawals by cutting costs, using more automation, and leaning harder into private-market style investments and its interactive investor platform. The big question is whether those moves can outpace the shift toward cheaper funds and an aging customer base that could keep money flowing out.Read more
Emerging Markets Expansion Will Increase Client Activity But Earnings May Face Pressure
Ashmore is leaning harder into shares, newer investment products, and a bigger presence in faster-growing countries to bring in more client money over time. The catch is that fees and profits are already under pressure from tough competition and choppy markets, which could limit how much of that growth turns into earnings.Read more
