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GSM Arena
4 days ago
- Business
- GSM Arena
This is when the Redmi Pad 2 lands in India
Mere hours ago, the Redmi Pad 2 went official and it's definitely been a long time coming, this one, seeing as how the original Redmi Pad launched all the way back in 2022. The Redmi Pad 2 is currently available in some European markets, but it's also headed to India. And Redmi's Indian arm has officially revealed when it's launching over there - on June 18. That missing piece in your day-to-day life?We found it. Say hello to the #RedmiPad2, #BuiltForMore than ever before. Launching on June 18th. Stay tuned: — Redmi India (@RedmiIndia) June 5, 2025 Of course, pricing for the Indian market will only be made official on that day, but the specs should be identical to the international model. It has an 11-inch IPS LCD screen with 90 Hz refresh rate and 600-nit peak brightness, the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultra SoC at the helm, 4/6/8GB of RAM, 128/256GB of storage, an 8 MP rear camera, a 5 MP front camera, and a 9,000 mAh battery with support for 18W wired charging. It runs Android 15 with Xiaomi's HyperOS 2 on top.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Exploring 3 Undervalued European Small Caps With Insider Activity
In recent weeks, European markets have shown resilience with the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index rising by 0.65%, buoyed by easing trade tensions and expectations of a potential interest rate cut from the European Central Bank due to slowing inflation. As investors navigate these evolving economic landscapes, identifying promising small-cap stocks becomes crucial, especially those that exhibit strong fundamentals and insider activity, suggesting confidence in their future prospects amidst current market conditions. Name PE PS Discount to Fair Value Value Rating Morgan Advanced Materials 11.8x 0.5x 35.07% ★★★★★☆ AKVA group 15.3x 0.7x 47.29% ★★★★★☆ FRP Advisory Group 12.4x 2.2x 14.31% ★★★★☆☆ Tristel 27.8x 3.9x 10.84% ★★★★☆☆ Close Brothers Group NA 0.5x 46.24% ★★★★☆☆ Eastnine 18.4x 8.9x 38.88% ★★★★☆☆ Savills 24.6x 0.5x 40.65% ★★★☆☆☆ Absolent Air Care Group 22.6x 1.8x 48.61% ★★★☆☆☆ Italmobiliare 12.2x 1.6x -226.55% ★★★☆☆☆ SmartCraft 43.5x 7.8x 31.37% ★★★☆☆☆ Click here to see the full list of 76 stocks from our Undervalued European Small Caps With Insider Buying screener. Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener. Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆ Overview: Polar Capital Holdings is an investment management company specializing in actively managed funds, with a market capitalization of approximately £0.55 billion. Operations: The company's revenue primarily stems from its investment management business, with recent figures at £212.74 million. Over time, the net income margin has shown fluctuations, reaching 20.15% in the latest period. Gross profit margins have also varied, recently recorded at 88.16%. Operating expenses are a significant component of costs, with general and administrative expenses consistently being a major part of this category. PE: 10.1x Polar Capital Holdings, a smaller European investment firm, shows signs of being undervalued. Insider confidence is evident as Gavin Rochussen purchased 36,905 shares for £144,132 in recent transactions. However, the company faces challenges with earnings projected to decline by 4.7% annually over the next three years and relies entirely on external borrowing for funding. Despite these hurdles, insider activity suggests potential long-term value as they navigate their financial landscape cautiously. Dive into the specifics of Polar Capital Holdings here with our thorough valuation report. Gain insights into Polar Capital Holdings' historical performance by reviewing our past performance report. Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆ Overview: Safestore Holdings is a company that specializes in providing self-storage accommodation and related services, with a market capitalization of approximately £2.75 billion. Operations: Safestore Holdings generates revenue primarily from self-storage accommodation and related services, with the latest reported revenue at £223.4 million. The company has experienced fluctuations in its net income margin, which reached 1.67% as of October 2024, indicating variability in profitability over time. Operating expenses have been managed consistently below £20 million in recent periods, contributing to the financial outcomes observed. PE: 3.8x Safestore Holdings, a player in the European storage sector, recently saw insider confidence as an executive purchased 70,000 shares for £379,120. This move suggests belief in the company's potential despite earnings forecasted to decline by 12.6% annually over the next three years. While revenue is expected to grow at 5.51% per year, reliance on external borrowing poses risks. A dividend increase to 20.40 pence per share was approved in March 2025, indicating financial stability amidst challenges. Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Safestore Holdings' valuation report. Understand Safestore Holdings' track record by examining our Past report. Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆ Overview: Savills is a global real estate services provider offering consultancy, transaction advisory, investment management, and property and facilities management services with a market capitalization of approximately £1.76 billion. Operations: Savills generates revenue primarily from four segments: Consultancy (£495.5 million), Transaction Advisory (£870 million), Investment Management (£94 million), and Property and Facilities Management (£944.5 million). The company's net income margin has seen fluctuations, with a recent figure of 1.82% as of December 2023, reflecting the impact of operating expenses on profitability despite a gross profit margin consistently at 100%. PE: 24.6x Savills, a smaller player in the European market, shows potential for growth with earnings projected to rise by 27.82% annually. Recent financials reveal sales of £2.4 billion and a net income increase to £53.6 million from £40.8 million last year, indicating strong performance despite reliance on external borrowing for funding. Insider confidence is evident as executives have been purchasing shares throughout the year, suggesting belief in future prospects amidst leadership changes with Simon Shaw stepping up as CEO in 2026. Navigate through the intricacies of Savills with our comprehensive valuation report here. Learn about Savills' historical performance. Delve into our full catalog of 76 Undervalued European Small Caps With Insider Buying here. Shareholder in one or more of these companies? Ensure you're never caught off-guard by adding your portfolio in Simply Wall St for timely alerts on significant stock developments. Simply Wall St is your key to unlocking global market trends, a free user-friendly app for forward-thinking investors. Explore high-performing small cap companies that haven't yet garnered significant analyst attention. Fuel your portfolio with companies showing strong growth potential, backed by optimistic outlooks both from analysts and management. Find companies with promising cash flow potential yet trading below their fair value. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Companies discussed in this article include AIM:POLR LSE:SAFE and LSE:SVS. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Irish Times
02-06-2025
- Business
- Irish Times
European shares start June lower
European shared slipped 0.1 per cent on Monday starting to start June in the red, despite recording a 4 per cent gain in May, as investors reacted late to further US import tariffs late on Friday. The Dublin-listed Iseq All-Share bucked the European trend to record a slight rise. DUBLIN The Iseq All-Share index was largely unchanged in trading on Monday, ending the session at 11,430.30, up 18.58 or 0.16 per cent. READ MORE The big winners on the day were Ryanair, rising 1.63 per cent to a share price of €23.75, alongside construction outfit Cairn Homes which rose 1.60 per cent to €2.22. Earlier on Monday, Glanbia announced the completion of a €50 million share buyback programme, with the company falling 1.95 per cent, to a final share price for the day of €12.55. Insulation and building materials specialist, Kingspan Group fell 1.85 per cent to €74.10. News broke over the weekend that the Norwegian sovereign wealth fund has taken a more than 3 per cent share in the company for an estimated €420 million. LONDON Britain's blue-chip FTSE 100 ended flat at 8,774.26 points, sitting less than 1 per cent away from its all-time high seen in March. Energy heavyweights Shell and BP rose close to 1 per cent each, tracking a 3 per cent surge in crude oil prices after producer group Opec+ kept output increases in July at the same level as the previous two months. Shares of defence firm Babcock International jumped 8.2 per cent, while BAE Systems added 1 per cent in advance of the publication of Britain's Strategic Defence Review. A gauge of precious metal miners advanced 6.2 per cent as gold prices touched a more than three-week high on the back of a weaker dollar and the lingering global tariff uncertainty. On Monday, big dollar earners AstraZeneca and Unilever were top drags on the FTSE 100 as the pound firmed 0.6 per cent against the greenback. The number of mortgages approved by British lenders for house purchase fell more than expected in April to their lowest in more than a year. A gauge of home builders dropped 1.2 per cent. A separate reading showed British manufacturing's downturn was less severe than initially feared in May, though output, orders and jobs still declined. Asset manager Aberdeen Group climbed 4.2 per cent after Goldman Sachs upgraded the stock's rating to 'buy' from 'neutral'. EUROPE The European benchmark recorded a late reaction to an announcement late on Friday, that US President Donald Trump planned to increase tariffs on imported steel and aluminium to 50 per cent from 25 per cent, with the European Union noting its readiness to retaliate. The Stoxx 600 Index slipped 0.1 per cent on the day as the automobile sector, bore the brunt of the trade jitters, falling 2.1 per cent, the most among sectors. Milan-listed Stellantis down 5 per cent. Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Volkswagen fell between 1.9 per cent and 2.7 per cent. Even Luxury stocks, reliant on global exports dropped, with the broader gauge was down 0.8 per cent. An index measuring volatility in the market climbed 4.3 per cent – at a one-week high. Some of the UK's defence manufacturers gained after the news that Britain will expand its nuclear-powered attack submarine fleet. Babcock International Group and QinetiQ Group advanced 8.2 per cent and 4.5 per cent respectively. Media stocks such as France's Publicis Groupe and WPP fell 3.8 per cent and 2.8 per cent respectively. The Wall Street Journal reported that Meta Platforms aimed to fully automate ad creation with AI by the end of next year. NEW YORK Trump's steel and aluminium tariffs gave domestic steel producers a boost in mid afternoon trading, but the main US indexes remained mixed. Shares Cleveland-Cliffs jumped by nearly a quarter, with Nucor and Steel Dynamics gaining significantly. Shares of automakers fell, however, with Ford and General Motors lower in the session. A temporary relief on some levies on China and a rollback of steep tariff threats on the European Union, along with strong earnings and improving economic picture helped the benchmark S&P 500 log its best monthly performance in 18 months in May. Also fuelling risk-off moves in global markets, Kyiv struck some of Moscow's nuclear-capable bombers on Sunday, renewing concerns around further escalation of the war. US-listed energy stocks advanced after producer group Opec+ kept output increases in July at the same level as the previous two months. Most megacap and growth stocks fell, with Tesla, down after it reported lower monthly sales for Portugal, Denmark and Sweden. Google-parent Alphabet also lost. – Additional reporting, Reuters
Bloomberg
27-05-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
JPM's Ward: Interest in Europe Has 'Further to Run'
Karen Ward, chief market strategist for EMEA at JPMorgan Asset Management, discusses ECB Chief Christine Lagarde's comments on the euro and whether it is now the common currency's time to shine. Ward also talks about investing in European markets. "Europe is stimulating in all aspects of policy," she tells Bloomberg Television. "I think we're underestimating, actually, how much growth that can unleash." (Source: Bloomberg)
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
European Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Action In May 2025
In May 2025, European markets have shown resilience, with the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index rising by 2.10% amid improved sentiment following a de-escalation in U.S.-China trade tensions. As major indices across Germany, France, Italy, and the UK also gained ground, investors are increasingly focused on identifying small-cap stocks that may be poised to benefit from these broader market movements. In this context of renewed optimism and economic growth indicators, a good stock is often characterized by strong fundamentals and potential for growth within its sector. Name PE PS Discount to Fair Value Value Rating Savills 24.6x 0.5x 41.24% ★★★★☆☆ FRP Advisory Group 11.7x 2.1x 19.48% ★★★★☆☆ Tristel 30.3x 4.3x 4.53% ★★★★☆☆ Cloetta 15.5x 1.1x 45.81% ★★★★☆☆ SmartCraft 41.3x 7.4x 34.63% ★★★★☆☆ AKVA group 15.5x 0.7x 46.69% ★★★★☆☆ Italmobiliare 11.7x 1.5x -212.09% ★★★☆☆☆ Close Brothers Group NA 0.6x 0.48% ★★★☆☆☆ Eastnine 18.3x 8.8x 39.80% ★★★☆☆☆ Seeing Machines NA 2.5x 43.26% ★★★☆☆☆ Click here to see the full list of 72 stocks from our Undervalued European Small Caps With Insider Buying screener. Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies. Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆ Overview: Property Franchise Group operates in the real estate sector, focusing on licensing, financial services, and property franchising, with a market cap of approximately £0.1 billion. Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from property franchising (£40.90 million), financial services (£19.20 million), and licensing (£7.21 million). The gross profit margin has shown a decreasing trend, dropping from 91.72% in June 2014 to 66.81% by December 2024, indicating changes in cost structures over time. PE: 30.0x Property Franchise Group, a smaller company in Europe, shows potential for those eyeing growth. Their earnings are set to grow annually by 26.35%, although profit margins have dipped from 27.1% to 15.1%. Recent financials reveal sales of £67.31 million and net income of £10.19 million for 2024, up from the previous year, but earnings per share decreased slightly. Notably, insider confidence is evident with recent share purchases by executives in April 2025, signaling belief in future prospects despite reliance on external borrowing for funding. Click here and access our complete valuation analysis report to understand the dynamics of Property Franchise Group. Explore historical data to track Property Franchise Group's performance over time in our Past section. Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆ Overview: Victorian Plumbing Group is a UK-based online retailer specializing in bathroom products and accessories, with a market capitalization of approximately £0.5 billion. Operations: Victorian Plumbing Group generates revenue primarily from sales, with notable costs including COGS and operating expenses. The gross profit margin shows an upward trend, reaching 50.07% by March 2025. Significant expenses include sales and marketing, which consistently account for a substantial portion of operating costs. PE: 40.3x Victorian Plumbing Group, a smaller player in Europe's market, recently projected 2025 revenue between £308 million and £313 million. Their half-year sales reached £152.7 million, up from last year's £144.6 million, though net income slightly dipped to £4.1 million. Despite volatile share prices and lower profit margins at 2.2%, earnings per share improved from the previous year. Insider confidence is evident with recent purchases, hinting at potential growth as earnings are forecasted to rise nearly 30% annually. Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Victorian Plumbing Group stock in this valuation report. Gain insights into Victorian Plumbing Group's historical performance by reviewing our past performance report. Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆ Overview: Harworth Group is a UK-based company specializing in the regeneration of brownfield land and property development, with a market cap of approximately £0.54 billion. Operations: Harworth Group's revenue is primarily driven by the sale of development properties, which generated £140.25 million, followed by income generation and other property activities. The company's gross profit margin has shown variability, reaching 54.39% in recent periods but dropping to lower levels such as 17.11%. Operating expenses have been consistently increasing over time, contributing to fluctuations in net income margins across different periods. PE: 10.0x Harworth Group, a smaller player in the European market, has shown impressive growth with sales jumping to £181.59 million from last year's £72.43 million and net income rising to £57.24 million. Despite a dip in profit margins from 52.4% to 31.5%, insider confidence is evident through recent share purchases, hinting at potential value recognition by those within the company. The company also announced an eighth consecutive annual dividend increase of 10%, reflecting consistent shareholder returns amidst its external borrowing reliance for funding. Take a closer look at Harworth Group's potential here in our valuation report. Evaluate Harworth Group's historical performance by accessing our past performance report. Access the full spectrum of 72 Undervalued European Small Caps With Insider Buying by clicking on this link. Already own these companies? Link your portfolio to Simply Wall St and get alerts on any new warning signs to your stocks. Invest smarter with the free Simply Wall St app providing detailed insights into every stock market around the globe. Explore high-performing small cap companies that haven't yet garnered significant analyst attention. Fuel your portfolio with companies showing strong growth potential, backed by optimistic outlooks both from analysts and management. Find companies with promising cash flow potential yet trading below their fair value. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Companies discussed in this article include AIM:TPFG AIM:VIC and LSE:HWG. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team@
