Investing
Results round-up: Companies to watch this week
See which companies are scheduled to update the markets this week.
Wednesday 8 October
Marston’s – pre-close trading update
Fourth quarter sales performance will be of interest to Marston investors, especially with some analysts predicting a slowdown thanks to adverse weather in August and September. Any guidance on profit margins, news of the company’s F plan strategy and how many new build pubs have been completed will also be of interest.”
Thursday 9 October
Wood Group – interim management statement
How life insurance can benefit your health and wellbeing over the decades
Sponsored by Post Office
Friday 10 October
Vedanta Resources – second quarter production results
Production is expected to remain near record levels for Vedanta in both the oil and gas arms of the business. Investors will welcome any exploration updates from the Cairn India energy business and will also be on the lookout for commentary on the resumption of production in iron ore in various states following the lifting of mining bands. Commentary on the company’s high levels of debt should also be noted.
Sources: Brewin Dolphin, The Share Centre