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Awards help reward Quercus

Despite the difficult economic environment and a 12-month share price slide from 117.5p to 61p, last week's (24 July) trading update from publishing firm Quercus made pleasant... READ MORE >>

Zetar takes the long road

Slow start for confectionary group but its market is a growth area by John Marshall Although own-label confectionary group Zetar increased sales by 16% last year profits fell by just over 10%. This decline was worse than originally expected and reflected the difficulties of the newly ... READ MORE >>

Gunners need ammunition

Tough times bombard Arsenal by Russ Mould In just over a fortnight the new Barclays Premiership season kicks off and Arsenal will be looking to improve after 2007/08 saw the north London club finish without a trophy for the third season in a row. The departures of Alex Hleb to... READ MORE >>

e-Therapeutics makes tracks

Drug discovery group looks strong going forward despite poor figures by Rachel Robson A novel approach to drug discovery looks set to provide e-Therapeutics with a promising future. This just as well - the company’s share price has slipped 41% from a flotation price of 67p... READ MORE >>

Galiform struggles

MFI makes life is difficult for the joinery group by John Marshall Weak building markets, a large pension deficit and the lingering negative influence of its old MFI furniture operation continue to make life hard for Galiform. Investors should continue to shun the shares, even... READ MORE >>

Slower sales knock CustomVis

Eye laser company looks ahead to healthier sales after a dip in performance by Rachel Robson The shares of Aim tiddler CustomVis plunged 25% to 2.3p after it warned revenue for the year to 30 June 2008 will be lower than market expectations and it expects to post a loss of around... READ MORE >>

Africa Oil poised for move

The investment vehicle advances with its plans for Wilton Petroleum by Tom Sieber Investment vehicle Africa Oil Exploration is on the cusp of completing a reverse takeover that could catapult it on to... READ MORE >>

Falkland Island Holdings basks in oil company’s glow

Holding company’s stake in Falkland Oil & Gas reflects well on its prospects as drill date nears by John Marshall Falkland Island Holdings may be known for its diverse operations, but the main interest for investors currently lies in its 16.3% stake in Falkland Oil &... READ MORE >>