The way Sanderson is accelerating 'm-commerce', it should increasingly appeal as an acquisition target for a larger software group seeking new growth areas, says Edmond Jackson.
With markets falling again amid eurozone woes, it is worth keeping an eye for tuck-away shares based on solid fundamentals such as Finsbury Food Group, says Edmond Jackson.
Tour operator Thomas Cook's recent recovery from last year's share price plunge appears to vindicate investors buying at the lows, but Edmond Jackson remains cautious.
Oil service provider Petrofac merits renewed attention amid various broker upgrades backed by directors' buying and a confident outlook at prelims, says Edmond Jackson.
If another financial crisis erupts, hedge fund manager Man Group will be exposed, so short traders should keep it on their watch list. But, says Edmond Jackson, there is still a chance of it becoming a recovery play.
AZ's chemicals and materials are used in integrated circuits and devices, flat-panel displays and LEDs - hence long-term gearing to the diversity of electronic products emerging. Despite low investor interest, says Edmond Jackson, this is an industry leader.
Has Britain's biggest sports retailer found the sweet spot to prosper during recession? Sports Direct's adept marketing bodes well for the summer of sport ahead, but a niggling doubt remains for Edmond Jackson...
While the market is fixated with rollercoaster hopes for Falklands oil explorers, it is interesting to consider that SOCO International is rather out of favour - yet more advanced in terms of projects, says Edmond Jackson.
Betting and gaming firm Ladbrokes is among the best equity performers this year - showing how a well-established business with its shares out of favour can be a solid investment. With recent directors' purchases, is there further to go?
After the rollercoaster of Advanced Technology, which did not deliver, Edmond Jackson is cautious of the expectations apparent in Smart Metering Systems' price. Remote metering for utilities has potentially huge prospects, but will the market evolve as hoped?
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