Neil woodfords objective is to select stocks that represent good value, and only time will tell how successful he is. But short term price movements are often subject to market sentiment, which is less significant.
This is a high risk/conviction investment. If people want to spread across different sectors and have lower risk they should be investing in his equity income trust. Take your choice guys!
The share price has moved up because the perceived price restrictions Clinton may have imposed are not going to happen. This is one reason the share price has been so low. How could Neil Woodford be blamed for this?
Commented David Kempton in recent Citywire article. Saying that he has bought more shares in Gleeson during the downturn. Also notes recent director buys as well.