News in brief: Direct Line, Johnson Service, Swallowfield, AGA Rangemaster, Scientific Digital Imaging, Synectics
Segro prepares for growth Recovering valuations and a war chest will secure industrial Reit’s success
Signs of a Spanish recovery After a long period of turmoil, economic conditions are starting to look more promising
Keep your sense of purpose Turnarounds at two firms show focus on core activities and the customer is what really matters
Ricardo primed for contract joy Engineer awaits news on major Ministry of Defence vehicle refurb project
Plan for Essar exit Of the available options getting shot of the company in the market may be the best
ORB rolls overseas Potential inclusion of dollar and euro bonds will help cement market’s credentials
FTSE Aim 100: Hot small caps Eligibility for Individual Savings Accounts (Isas) and April’s imminent removal of stamp duty should both help further raise the profile of Aim, London’s vibrant platform for smaller companies. Russ Mould and the Shares team look at the firms which make up the FTSE Aim 100 index to help newcomers and experienced small-cap investors spot ways of making the most of the rule changes.
