magazine 29 Jun 2017

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Many family businesses have a history of outperforming other types of companies, according to research. The new issue of Shares looks at the evidence and discusses a variety of stocks and funds relevant to this topic.
On the news front, learn why shares in Domino’s Pizza have fallen 10% in a week. You can also discover why one analyst believes a certain small cap investment company may not be trading on a cheap valuation for very long.
Elsewhere, the digital magazine looks at housebuilder Berkeley and explains why a well-known toy company might remain on the stock market despite receiving a takeover offer.
You can also discover why investment platforms list different versions of the same fund. Finally, don’t miss this week’s Under The Bonnet column which focuses on a little known franchise business with lots of repeat revenue.
We explain why family-run businesses are attractive and the stocks and funds to explore
Scale of deal would be a departure but market remains sceptical
Two analyst research notes paint a worrying picture for the fast food seller
Embattled British brand warns annual profits could fall short of forecasts
Consumer and business confidence provide a boost for European stocks
Berkeley continues to invest for the future but its founder has sold shares
How long will shareholders put up with such a disappointing performance?
Investors panic after lipstick seller reports no growth in Europe so far in 2017
Resilient fantasy miniatures maker could help you battle through worsening consumer backdrop p
New management to focus on existing client base instead of mid-market and overseas expansion
We explain how Filta makes money and reveal its growth opportunities
Turning Japanese could help diversify portfolios and increase dividend income
Identifying the ‘clean’ share class ensures you don’t pay over the odds
Where next for state pensions and tax allowances?
Hornby could be a rare example of a bid target which doesn’t delist
Leading data group downgrades its long term pricing outlook for first time in a decade
Another corporate transaction could be around the corner, according to reports
Investment fund blames share price slump on AIM-quoted oil and gas company
Well-known figure in UK quoted mining sector is pushed out by irate shareholders
New investment trust outlines strategy for generating 8% annual return
Housebuilder set to update on its first half trading
IT tester must show past expansion is not gone for good
The logistics organisation’s strategy is expected to see earnings motor
Analyst believes Gresham House Strategic won’t stay cheap for long
Ultra Electronics looks to grow its share in a large market via acquisition of a partner
Share price weakness after white van hire group misses full year results expectations