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I heard the aeroplane, possibly tried taking off too early, along the runway, then tried again using all the runway, but perhaps did not have enough speed/lift and came down over the town. I can remember a plane in the 60s taking off from London Airport, stalled, then crashed I think over stains, possibly the same problem. This may be incorrect; the flight recorder will indicate what happened. When they find it.

ME, bought back in as normal, a bit too early, but am still better off than before B/E now £475.00

MY B/E BREAK EVEN PRICE WAS 498.00 ABOUT 6 MONTHS AGO. I BOUGHT IN AT FAR TOO HIGH A PRICE, SO I'VE ADDED AT LOWS TO BRING THE B/E DOWN TO 498, SO I HAD QUITE A LOT INVESTED. SO TUESDAY SOLD OUT AT 498 WITH INTENTIONS OF BUYING BACK IN AT A LOWER PRICE SO SET A BUY PRICE TUESDAY NIGHT OF 471.1 I COULD NOT BELIEVE MY LUCK WHEN THE PRICE DROPPED WEDNESDAY MORNING AND I BOUGHT BACK IN AT RANGING FROM 461 TO 471 THEN THE PRICE RECOVERED SO RESOLD ALL AND MADE A COUPLE OF GRAND NOT SUGGESTION EVERYBODY SHOULD DO THIS A I WAS JUST LUCKY, SO AT THE MONENT AWATING THE RIGHT PRICE TO BUY BACK IN . ITS ALL ABOUT LUCK STILL DO NOT UNDERSTAND WHY THE PRICE DROPPED SO FAR THIS MORNING UNLESS IT WAS A BLIP.GOOD LUCK ALL .

27 May, 2025 |

Melrose Industries PLC - Birmingham, England-based aerospace engineering - Non-Executive Director Alison Goligher buys 20,000 shares at 461.98 pence, worth GBP93,396, on Friday. The shares are her only holding in Melrose, having joined the board on Monday last week. Goligher is a former board director of aerospace and defence firm Meggitt. As an executive, she worked for oil field services provider Schlumberger Ltd and for energy producer Shell PLC.

GKN Aerospace has evolved into a global powerhouse, with two world leading divisions specializing in cutting-edge aerostructures and engine systems. A pivotal moment came in 2009 with the acquisition of the Airbus wing manufacturing and assembly plant at Filton near Bristol, UK, marking a significant milestone. Subsequent strategic acquisitions further enhanced its global leadership, including the integration of Volvo Aero in 2012 and Fokker Technologies Group B.V. in 2015.

In 2018, GKN Aerospace joined forces with Melrose Industries, further fueling its growth trajectory. Today, GKN Aerospace stands as a global multi-technology leader, Our unwavering commitment to innovation is evident in our application of lightweight composites, additive fabrication, electrical wiring interconnection systems and groundbreaking engine technologies, driving advancements in aircraft efficiency and sustainability.

With operations spanning 12 countries and a workforce of 16,000 employees across 32 locations, GKN Aerospace is listed through its parent company Melrose PLC (LSE:MRO) and continuing its legacy of quality and innovation, serving the world's leading aircraft and aero-engine manufacturers

At Walletinvestor.com we predict future values with technical analysis for a wide selection of stocks like Melrose Industries PLC (MRO). Melrose Industries PLC can be a profitable investment option if you are looking for stocks with good returns. Melrose Industries PLC quote is equal to 465.298 GBX at 2025-06-06. Based on our forecasts, a long-term increase is expected; the "MRO" stock price prognosis for 2030-05-31 is 1203.149 GBX. With a 5-year investment, the revenue is expected to be around +158.58%. Your current $100 investment may be up to $258.58 in 2030.

In typical daily trading, a significant portion, approximately 40-50%, of a stock's trading volume is attributed to short selling. This percentage remains relatively consistent across different market caps, exchanges, and trade types (except for microcap stocks, where it might be slightly lower on exchanges). Short selling, where investors borrow shares and sell them with the intention of buying them back later at a lower price, plays a role in market liquidity and can influence price movements.

You might want to read this. I never knew so much shorting went on in a day's trading, no wonder we sometimes can't understand why the SP is falling, are we also being manipulated?

Why Is Short Selling Illegal in Some Countries?

Short selling is illegal or heavily restricted in some jurisdictions. Here are the major reasons why:

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Market stability: Short selling can exacerbate market downturns. In a declining market, short sellers can contribute to price declines as they sell borrowed shares, hoping to buy them back at a lower price. This can cause a snowball effect, which can then lead to panic selling and market crashes. Banning short selling is defended as a means of averting these spirals.

Preventing market manipulation: Short selling has been used in market manipulation schemes like bear raids, where traders short a stock and then spread negative information to drive the stock price down. The practice is illegal.

Maintaining investor confidence: Short selling could undermine investor confidence during economic uncertainty. Investors might perceive increased short selling as a sign that something is fundamentally wrong with the market or specific companies, leading to reduced investment and economic slowdown. The turmoil could then send jitters through the wider economy.

Protecting companies: Short selling can pressure companies, especially those already struggling. A decline in stock prices because of short selling would negatively affect a company's ability to raise capital and maintain its operations, potentially leading to layoffs, reduced investment, and other problems for the firm.

so why is it allowed in this country ?

Market Manipulation:

Critics argue that short selling can be used to manipulate prices and exploit market downturns, leading to a perceived unfairness.

Undermining Investor Confidence:

Some view short selling as predatory and harmful to companies and investors, potentially undermining confidence in the market.

Not an expert on this matter, but a lot of the shorting is done by investment companies making a fast buck. Here's a more detailed breakdown:

Borrowing:

Investors who take a short position don't own the shares they sell. They borrow them from a broker or another investor.

Selling:

The borrowed shares are then sold at the current market price.

Price Decline:

The investor hopes the price of the stock will fall, as they've anticipated.

Buying Back:

If the price does drop, the investor buys the shares back at a lower price, returning them to the lender and making a profit from the difference.

Risk:

If the price of the stock goes up instead of down, the investor could experience a loss, potentially unlimited, as they'd have to buy the shares back at a higher price, incurring more expense.

Bearish Outlook:

Short positions are generally taken by investors with a bearish outlook on a particular stock, meaning they believe the price will decrease.

So they borrow the shares and then sell them at the share price days high say as today £489.5 and then wait until the SP falls at the end of the day ,then buy them back at a lower price say £476.5 making 13 pence a share x say 50,000 = £6500 and they borrow the shares from trading platforms i think

Somebody who knows better than me will explain better and correct my mistakes.

China is considering placing an order for hundreds of Airbus aircraft as soon as next month, when European leaders visit Beijing to celebrate the countries' long-term ties, according to people familiar with the matter. Bloomberg's Benedict Kammel reports.

MELROSE IND has been a partner with AIR-BUS for 25 years

Yes, Garonne, it's Frustrating, but a few more days like today, and we will all be happy. Here's the latest from Yahoo Finance. A long-term target of £5bn in revenue by 2029 also looks promising. Trading at a forward P/E below 14, I think Melrose Industries is a bright stock market opportunity to consider today.

The 12 analysts offering 12 month price targets for Melrose Industries PLC have a median target of 615.00, with a high estimate of 825.00 and a low estimate of 360.00. The median estimate represents a 31.38% increase from the last price of 468.10.

And stated byPeter Dilnot, CEO of GKN Aerospace, said:

These deals provide the certainty our industry needs to continue investing in the UK. The aerospace exemption in particular is critical as our supply chains operate globally and tariffs disrupt the efficient flow of parts and technology.

GKN Aerospace looks forward to continue developing the advanced technologies and future skills needed to maintain the UK’s aerospace leadership.

Don't worry, be happy you invested in a great company like Melrose

Melrose states the reason to invest in us

Melrose is a leading global aerospace business with superior margins and strong, growing aftermarkets

The equity case for Melrose is compelling , based on a rewarding mix of strong structural market GROUTH

Extensive and highly valued technology and a position of competitive advantage.

Well-positioned in structurally growing civil and defence aerospace markets.

Established presence on all of the world's leading aircraft and engines.

Proven track record of continuous business improvements.

Unique portfolio of 19 engine RRSPS giving entitlement to long-term aftermarket growth and cash

Key players for the next-generation aircraft, and we are the only player on both next-generation engines.

We have been a partner with AIR-BUS for 25 years

£100m+

Cash generation in 2025, which is forecast to more than quadruple by 2029

I only wish I had more spare cash to invest wile the price is low

What Is the Purpose of Optimal Capital Structure?

The optimal capital structure is estimated by calculating the mix of debt and equity that minimizes the weighted average cost of capital (WACC) of a company while maximizing its market value. The lower the cost of capital, the greater the present value of the firm’s future cash flows, discounted by the WACC. Thus, the chief goal of any corporate finance department should be to find the optimal capital structure that will result in the lowest WACC and the maximum value of the company (shareholder wealth).

Barclays 10/3/25 BUY 650-730

CITI 31/12/24 BUY 735

TIP RANKS STRONG BUY

4 BUY 1 HOLD STATES UPSIDE 598 P

RBS 6/5/25 BUY TARGET 650p

KEPLER CAPITAL 28/4/25 BUY TARGET 540p

J.P. Morgan 23/4/25 BUY 850- 600p

MORGAN STANLEY. 18/4/25 HOLD 590-476p

Barclays

As TH stated, a general market up day, and MRO dropped 2.14%.

R R down .39%

BAE SYSTEMS up 1.5 p

I have been searching to see what caused the 2.14% drop today, but I haven't found anything. If anybody thinks they know the answer, we'd like to see what you have to say ref H.LANDSDOWN MRO was the second biggest faller in the ftse 100 today

MELROSE IND HAD YESTERDAY 37,295,475 SHARES THAT THEY HAVE PURCHASED IN THEIR TREASURY, AND AT TODAY'S PRICE I MAKE OUT THERE WORTH

£177MILLION 377 THOUSAND 279 POUNDS, COMPANIES NORMALLY ONLY PURCHASE THERE OWN SHARES IF THE SHARE PRICE IS UNDERVALUED AS MELROSE ARE AT THE MOMENT, UP 1 P TODAY WELL I SERPOSE IT'S BETTER THAN DOWN 1 P GOOD LUCK ALL