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Broker tips: GSK, PartyGaming, Debenhams

Fri, 22nd Oct 2010 12:54

Panmure Gordon has not changed its forecasts for GlaxoSmithKline following third quarter results that failed to rouse much excitement.The drugs firm's results were broadly in line with the broker's expectations reporting revenues of £6.81bn and earnings per share of 28.2p.The broker recently downgraded GSK to 'hold' from 'buy' after the group's removal of its Avandia product from Europe because the withdrawal "introduces forecast risk to the 2011 financial year and results in a relatively weak prospective year"."We are not changing our forecasts and expect the stock price to remain range bound at at least until the second half of 2011," Neophytou added.The 'hold' recommendation remains with a price target of 1,350p.KBC Peel Hunt expects that the completion of PartyGaming's merger with bwin Interactive Entertainment to be one "well worth waiting for".The internet gambling firm's third quarter results were in line with forecasts with revenues at €85.3m. This represented a 6% decline compared with the last quarter, but a 9% increase compared with last year's figure of €78.3m.In regards to the merger, Batram doesn't underestimate the challenges of integrating the companies but notes that "the ultimate rewards are significant". bwin has also reported its third quarter numbers which were 22% higher than the prior year.With medium-term opportunity "still exciting", the broker retains its 'buy' recommendation with a target price of 304p. Nomura reiterates its 'buy' rating for Debenhams after well-timed acquisitions and strong operational management drove its recent full year results.Pre-tax profit for the department store group rose 21% year-on-year to £151m despite flat sales, driven by a 160 basis point gross margin increase.Analyst Fraser Ramzan highlights Debenhams' investments as key to its strong trading. The period saw the acquisition of Denmark's leading department store chain Magasin du Nord. Additionally, the group has implemented a plan to increase direct sales by a further 80% supported by a new warehouse. The broker has raised its earnings per share forecast by 10%. "Given its point of difference in Designers at Debenhams, the company is well positioned, in our view", Ramzan said. The broker confirms its 'buy' rating at a 90p target price.
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6 Jul 2010 07:46

PartyGaming poker loses out to World Cup

The World Cup in South Africa has hit PartyGaming's poker business harder than expected, knocking quarter on quarter revenue by 2%, though there's excitement at the prospect of industry consolidation. Revenue, now published in euros, would have fallen between 6% and 7% quarter on quarter in dollar

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6 Jul 2010 07:28

UK MARKET TALK ROUNDUP: BROKERS COMMENTS

Broker comments in the UK today. Compiled by Dow Jones Newswires Markets Desk, markets.eu@dowjones.com Contact us in London. +44-20-7842-9464 Markettalk.eu@dowjones.com 0628 GMT [Dow Jones] PartyGaming's (PRTY.LN) trading update for the second quarter is better than expected, Numis Securities

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6 Jul 2010 07:28

MARKET TALK: PartyGaming 2Q Better Than Expected - Numis

0628 GMT [Dow Jones] PartyGaming's (PRTY.LN) trading update for the second quarter is better than expected, Numis Securities analyst Wyn Ellis says. Adds the group's statement that it is committed to play an active role in sector consolidation will go down well with investors. Has a buy rating and 4

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6 Jul 2010 07:21

PartyGaming Trading In Line, 2Q Revenue Up

By Simon Zekaria Of DOW JONES NEWSWIRES LONDON (Dow Jones)--U.K.-listed gambling group PartyGaming PLC (PRTY.LN) Tuesday said that it is trading in line with expectations, with second-quarter revenue expected rise 28% year-on-year boosted by the Cashcade and World Poker Tour acquisitions an

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2 Jul 2010 09:26

UK MARKET TALK ROUNDUP: SHARES GAINING

Stocks on the rise in the UK today. Compiled by Dow Jones Newswires Markets Desk, markets.eu@dowjones.com Contact us in London. +44-20-7842-9464 Markettalk.eu@dowjones.com 0826 GMT [Dow Jones] Liberum cuts PartyGaming (PRTY.LN) target to 330p from 380p on recent negative news flow. Also says t

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2 Jul 2010 09:26

MARKET TALK: Liberum Cuts PartyGaming Price Target

0826 GMT [Dow Jones] Liberum cuts PartyGaming (PRTY.LN) target to 330p from 380p on recent negative news flow. Also says the 2Q trading statement could prompt further downgrades so the shares could remain weak in the short term. Says the company faces currency issues and ongoing competitive pressure

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28 Jun 2010 16:24

London close: Miners lift Footsie

London's top stocks ended Monday's trading session with modest gains thanks to strong mining stocks. Footsie traded in and out of the blue during the day, largely mirroring the performance of BP's share price. The massive clean-up operation in the Gulf of Mexico continues and has now cost BP $2.65

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28 Jun 2010 14:16

London afternoon: Miners prop up Footsie

The Footsie has been in retreat since shortly after ten this morning and dipped back into the red over the lunchtime session before limping back into positive territory, helped by the strength of mining stocks. The Footsie's performance largely mirrors that of the share price of oil giant BP, which

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28 Jun 2010 12:55

FTSE 250 movers: Oil find boosts Premier

Premier Oil is leading the FTSE 250 risers after a successful drilling result at its 35% owned Catcher East 28/9 licence in the UK Central North Sea. The estimated find of 300m recoverable barrels is the biggest in the North Sea for years and could be worth over £7bn. Partners Encore and Nautical al

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28 Jun 2010 12:14

London midday: Oils lift indices

Markets are higher after some better news from BP in the Gulf of Mexico and on reflection of the outcome of the latest G20 summit. The massive clean-up operation in the Gulf of Mexico continues and has now cost BP $2.65bn (£1.75bn). The oil giant is stopping almost 23,000 barrels of oil from leakin

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28 Jun 2010 08:53

London open: Hangover carries into Monday

Markets are struggling for direction this morning, with traders still probably dissecting the disappointment of yesterday, which could take some time. Renewed pledges from the G20 meeting to force banks to keep a lot more capital have also hit sentiment while Standard Chartered's comment that inco

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28 Jun 2010 08:41

UK MARKET TALK ROUNDUP: BROKERS COMMENTS

Broker comments in the UK today. Compiled by Dow Jones Newswires Markets Desk, markets.eu@dowjones.com Contact us in London. +44-20-7842-9464 Markettalk.eu@dowjones.com 0741 GMT [Dow Jones] PartyGaming (PRTY.LN) has been awarded a French gaming licence, showing more progress in new markets, sa

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28 Jun 2010 08:41

MARKET TALK: France Offers Opportunity For PartGaming

0741 GMT [Dow Jones] PartyGaming (PRTY.LN) has been awarded a French gaming licence, showing more progress in new markets, says KBC Peel Hunt. Says France is an exciting opportunity for PartyGaming, despite the short-term marginally negative impact on revenues. Says this licence extends the bridgehe

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28 Jun 2010 08:09

MARKET TALK: PartyGaming French License To Open Up Key Market

0709 GMT [Dow Jones] France is likely to become a key market for online operators, now that PartyGaming (PRTY.LN) has been offered a French gaming license, says Shore Capital. As a result sees significant growth potential, although the current tax regime implemented by French regulators will likely

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28 Jun 2010 08:09

UK MARKET TALK ROUNDUP: BROKERS COMMENTS

Broker comments in the UK today. Compiled by Dow Jones Newswires Markets Desk, markets.eu@dowjones.com Contact us in London. +44-20-7842-9464 Markettalk.eu@dowjones.com 0709 GMT [Dow Jones] France is likely to become a key market for online operators, now that PartyGaming (PRTY.LN) has been of

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