Gooch & Housego – record Order Book and growing demand support shares of photonics group at 920p, new SQC TP of 1050p.
Ready to fly again after profit-taking “Our strategy is focused upon us becoming an ‘innovative customer focused technology company’ making a ‘better world with photonics’ and the ‘first choice’ for all our stakeholders.” Six months ago, I profiled the shares of Gooch & Housego (LON:GHH), the photonics technology group, then standing at 512p. Last night they closed at 1,115p, showing a near 118% gain in the intervening period. However, this morning the £250m-capitalised compa
Chemring Group – record Order Book and strong defence demand will drive shares higher, now 484p, new SQC Target Price 580p
Mark Watson-Mitchell – 02.06.2026 This morning Chemring Group (LON:CHG) reported interim results for the six months to end-April, showing revenue up 6.5% to £237.3m, driven by strong performance in Countermeasures & Energetics. The company achieved a record closing Order Book of £1.4bn, providing significant medium-term revenue visibility. Underlying operating profit decreased by 7.5% to £24.5m, resulting in a lower operating margin of 10.3%, attributed to business mix and ut
Metro Bank – continued profit growth against dynamic market backdrop, shares up 41% in last three months, with more to come!
Mark Watson-Mitchell - 01.06.2026 Last week RBC Capital Markets suggested that the shares of Metro Bank Holdings (LON:MTRO) will Outperform, while setting a 195p Target Price. The £1.15bn-capitalised group’s shares, which have put on over 25% in value within the last month alone, now stand at 171.40p. At the beginning of March, I featured this banking company at 122p, so the subsequent 41% price gain must be more than pleasing for its investors. That market-beating performanc
EnSilica - now we are talking!!! Broker jacks up Target Price to 130p (85p) on back of major win.
Mark Watson-Mitchell - 01.06.2026 This morning EnSilica (LON:ENSI) has announced that it has secured a significant 7-year manufacturing and supply contract with a German automotive component manufacturer for an ARM-based sensing chip. The contract is expected to generate approximately $75m in revenue over its term. The contract, which requires no further design work as the chip is already in production, is projected to contribute around $4m in revenue for the financial year
SQC Research Market Recovery Portfolio - market beating, up 22.86% in 47 days - will it continue?
Mark Watson-Mitchell - 01.06.2026 Overall, the SQC Research Market Recovery Portfolio is up 22.86% over the last 47 Trading Days, whilst the FTSE100 Index is up a mere 4.94% in the same period of time. Filtronic continues to lead, followed by Ramsdens, Currys, SigmaRoc, SRT Marine and then Chemring. Chemring has done well after SQC Research identified it as being a supplier to SpaceX, which is about to launch the world's largest-ever IPO. Its shares rose from 485p to 526p i
Evaluating SQC Research Reviews Effectively
When diving into the world of smaller quoted companies in the UK, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. There’s a sea of information out there, and not all of it is created equal. That’s where SQC Research comes in, offering detailed analysis and commentary tailored to this niche market. But how do you sift through the noise and evaluate SQC Research reviews effectively? Let me walk you through my approach, sharing some practical tips and insights that have helped me make smarter in
Concurrent Technologies – shares up 39% in just over a month, now at 266p, SQC sets new TP at 300p
Mark Watson-Mitchell – 29.05.2026 On Monday, 13th April, Concurrent Technologies (LON:CNC) announced its Final Results for the year to end-December 2025. The designer and manufacturer of leading-edge computer products, systems, and mission-critical solutions used in high-performance markets by some of the world's major OEMs, declared that in 2025, the group reported double-digit growth with a record order intake and continued strategic execution. The group’s shares touched
Top UK Growth Stocks to Buy Today: A Deep Dive into Promising Smaller Quoted Companies
When it comes to investing in the UK market, the smaller quoted companies often hold untapped potential. These firms, frequently overshadowed by their larger counterparts, can offer remarkable growth opportunities for those willing to dig a little deeper. Today, I want to share my insights on the top UK growth stocks that are catching my eye right now. If you’re looking to diversify your portfolio with some exciting prospects, you’re in the right place. Investing in smaller c
