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Stilo International is progressing with increasing rapidity along its route map to more widespread global recognition;which in turn should see its share price gain a level of sustained upward momentum. Imo STL represents a serious opportunity for investors to generate wealth,whilst not being risk apparent and with the benefit of a worthwhile growing dividend.
Nice to see. Spread 5.22-5.80
Quite normal for it to fall at this stage post results. Quite common. Nearer the AGM stamement and 6 months in September it should go back up to the levels recently experienced.
If this drops to 5p or below on the ask I'm adding.
Couple of big sells this morning. Profit taking going on.
Lol. Absolutely. stilo has definitely turned the corner and upwards and skywards from her. I firmly believe now that anything that comes from them is going to be on the plus side: revenues, profits, cash, dividends, customer base, products, the lot. As we all know it as been a frustrating and long road but everything they are now doing is absolutely great. Looking at the amount of quality customers that came on board for Migrate in 15 is another massive testament to their products.
Good to see the therapy is working wassie !
I have been a fierce critic of Stilo but I am now accepting that they are doing a good job. Management has made superb progress during the last 12 months, especially in relation to cash, profits, revenues and Author Bridge. Credit where it is due. Things will definitely get better during the next couple of years and beyond. The share price may fall which will only affect short term buyers and sellers but anybody who is in it for the long term are now on a winner. The story is long term and not short term and the rewards will definitely be felt. That’s coming from somebody who has been a harsh critic of Stilo for some time
Assessing the value of Stilo International is not,imo,about fundamentals,although the cash position is helpful as are the increasing dividend payments. What investors should really focus on is the serious potential for Stilo's proprietary software to become an integral component, at enterprise level,for the majority of relevant global corporates. "We have made considerable progress with the development of AuthorBridge in 2015, working closely with an internationally renowned customer(IBM) that has helped guide our technical efforts. Following successful beta testing, AuthorBridge is now scheduled to be deployed by them in full production in the coming months." IBM have found STL software invaluable for over 15 years and they retain a sweet spot for our company. With their backing and growing utilisation of AuthorBridge at enterprise level,it is not difficult to see AB( and future STL software)becoming industry standards;with all the rewards that go with it for stakeholders. Not the fastest game in town perhaps,but for me,without doubt,the best.
STL have achieved fantastic growth last year and the share price has reflected this. The cash position is up by £229,000 in the year. Not a significant amount but scope for growth suggests the potential for larger increases in the coming years. Cash - £1,318,000 as at 31 December 2015 (2014: £1,089,000) Total sales revenues was £1,517,000 whilst costs were £1,250,000 Todays notification that Brewin are holding more than 13% is another boost of confidence for shareholders. This has risen by over 100% in the year to date already so I'd be cautious about buying now simply for the 0.05 (1%) dividend. It's a token gift not really anything meaningful. I'd be concerned about the lack of cash growth given the excellent achievements bringing so many well known names on board in the past year. Will admin costs fall from here? I'm not so sure they will - "we continue to invest significantly in the continuing development of AuthorBridge as we look to address the requirements of the wider market" and " In 2016 we will be making additional investments in the recruitment of development personnel" This is still in the very early stages of company development and not to knock anything the company are doing, rather the share price has gotten ahead of itself. Discounting the enormous post-dividend cash-pile, the company made £260k pre tax profit. It's £6.2 million valuation is too high on a simple earnings ratio. Take their assets vs liabilities they have £1.66 million attributed to goodwill which means diddly squat. It's trade and other receivables is down by £69k whilst the trade and other payables is up by £21k. That's a 90k swing to the red which makes the £229k cash gain sound not so significant upon further reflection. STL is a growth story though, expanding with niche products and with no shortage of cash it shouldn't flounder for too long if indeed it does. There just isn't a great deal in the way of hard assets behind this company valuation. The cash is equivalent to 1.2p thereabouts.
Fwiw,I feel that the STL share price will once again soon be achieving new highs. Dibs61-You said it,for Stilo stands out among the crowd.
Fair enough and thanks... I'm up to speed on it now I think. Back to Stlo. Disgraceful drop today. 14% at one point is frankly making a mockery. Glad it has pulled back a bit but company still valued at just £6m and £1.3m of that is cash plus it's profitable. And when I look around at the cornucopia of trash on AIM yet here we have a genuine cash generating business with excellent products...
I cannot help you there Dibs61.(lack of knowledge) My modus op is to buy STL shares with the cash introduced into my accounts as and when the dividends are received.
Good morning and excellent post. Recommended. Yes indeed they are making real progress now and it's not difficult to foresee rising profits going forward. I have a question for you in terms of dividend reinvestment. I am planning on switching this stock to dividend reinvestment on the trading platform I use. What price will be used to calculate the number of additional shares I would be allocated? Would it just be based on the market price at the time or a preset price? So do they automatically buy a number of shares equivalent to the dividend amount I would've received? Cheers in advance!
I love investing in sound little companies whose prospects for growth are immense. Anyone holding Stilo shares over the medium term will appreciate that the progress reported for 2015 is of huge significance,with the news that, "following successful beta testing, AuthorBridge is now scheduled to be deployed by them(IBM) in full production in the coming months",being the endorsement of all endorsements for Stilo Internatioal's software;which will serve to greatly benefit future revenues and profitability. IBM,as we know,are about to bang the STL AuthorBridge drum loud and clear at the prestigious CMS/DITA North America conference next month. Stilo is well positioned "TO BE SUCCESSFUL" in this sector...(and)EXPAND INTO OTHER XML MARKETS" "With a strong reputation for excellent products and supporting technical expertise, Stilo is well-positioned to be successful in this particular sector, and we will also seek to expand into other XML markets, as suitable business opportunities arise." A 33% uplift in the declared annual dividend with the promise of further progression in years ahead is a measure of the BOD's optimism. This is one dynamic,well managed,cash rich little micro cap operating under a particularly blue sky. Stick with it, or get stuck in would be my strategy; for the share price chart,despite today's decline,is only heading in one direction, and that is UP ! Breton59. I was pleased to see TYRU on your list for I believe they are under rated currently.
Nice post. I wonder what the company management think when they see how well the company is run and then see the SP battered by prob no more than one or two sell on news merchants? One can only hope that value will out. The point is you can see clearly from the results that because their costs are relatively fixed all additional revenue has pretty much dropped to the bottom line. That was my initial premise for investing here! It's worked out almost exactly as I forecast months back in terms of profit etc. The only thing that hasn't worked out is the SP today but I should've known!
I agree. Last year my wife and I reinvested all our divi's back into shares. With firms like Stilo, its cost effective and will boost the next divi. The market is unsettled and in my case a slow decent from about July. However, it will turn and started about three weeks ago. Its all about long term for me, I don't have the knowledge to 'day trade'.. Only two weak shares in Premier Foods and Trafalgar New Homes but with both I'll sit tight. Stilo have good medium term prospects and if all goes well with the world economy should be a good long term investment.
What a crazy market exists these days! Talk about sell on news. Record profits Record cash Dividend up 33% Revenue up 20% Shares DOWN over 10% Oh well makes it cheaper for the rest of us to add I guess
Good solid performance.. All my AIMS investments are long term and if Belgravium Technologies, Toumaz, Inspired Energy, Aukett S****e and........Tyratech do as well, I'll be a happy investor. Very sensible balance between dividend, investment in future development and head count.
First glance - very good - very pleased Revenue up 20% Pre-Tax Profit up approx 100% Net Cash generated up approx 100% Dividend up 33% Net Cash on BS increased to £1.3m All in all very impressive
Did you see wisps of smoke rising from your bottom draw ? That is a drawback of investing in a company that is on fire! 6.15 pence now bid for our shares in Stilo International !
Just removed these from my bottom draw. Getting interesting at last.
Fair enough, I'm aware we knew they were due but no confirmed date. Be happy to attend the AGM if possible. Looking at today we've suddenly had a small flurry of chunky buys and price at a new high. Things certainly look good here.
Dibs61 I cannot see that informing me that their results would be forthcoming could be considered "market sensitive" as we all knew they were due. Stilo International are very investor friendly,welcoming any PI interest. Attend the AGM and you will find out just how open and informative the CEO really is.(Top man imo)
Cool, though I'm a little surprised they disclosed that information to an individual investor before the market was told. You could say that's market sensitive information. That said, big big week this week for Stilo. Hoping for good results and a very encouraging outlook.