Merlin Entertainments Share Discussion Threads

[wet your knot] 09/5/2016 20:58

Some news of a new ride at Towers covered in the local paper:-

hxxp://www.leek-news.co.uk/Alton-Towers-new-ride-plans-emerge/story-29218206-detail/story.html

[thomasthetank1] 22/4/2016 13:24

Read Panmure Gordon & Co's note on MERLIN ENTERTAINMENT, out this morning, by visiting hxxps://www.research-tree.com/company/GB00BDZT6P94
"Merlin offers low-risk structural growth in a global industry with high barriers to entry. Its global footprint and strong multi-segment brands give multiple levers to drive double digit earnings growth over the long term. The recent results and capital markets day reaffirmed the potential, outlined the scope for more Midway developments and added a new concept of ‘Own the Visit’ alongside a strategic investment in Big Bus Tour. While the market has become concerned about capexheavy expansion we remain comfortable given management’s ROIC obsession. We reiterate our ..."

[mornington crescent] 22/2/2016 15:09

new cfo Anne-Françoise Nesmes

seems to be a rolling stone
more jobs than I have had hot dinners

I give it 2 years

[stevenbetts] 22/2/2016 14:39

Looking good here!

[mornington crescent] 28/1/2016 10:16

A presentation for the 2015 Preliminary Results will be held on 25 February at 14:00 at Merlin's offices at County Hall, London. This will include an extended strategy update.

[eaaxs06] 19/1/2016 13:57

Could be a good time to top up son, as the price gets nearer and nearer to 4 quid.

[sheyac] 14/1/2016 08:40

There's been a downgrade by JP Morgan but that shouldn't cause this drop.

[js_trader] 14/1/2016 08:15

What's going on here ? Is I am missing something obvious??

[eaaxs06] 13/1/2016 14:23

What's going on with Merlin today?

A good day in the market and it's off over 2%?

I can't see any news out there.

[eaaxs06] 21/10/2015 11:15

It sounds like a great move, especially as it’s with a local partner, in China Media.

I’m not surprised the share price has reacted so well to the news, let’s hope it received a favourable press tomorrow, and reassures investors we’re not a One Trick Pony.

[sheyac] 21/10/2015 10:44

Maybe to do with the new deal for Legoland in China?

[reddave999] 21/10/2015 10:39

a bit of movement north

[eaaxs06] 17/9/2015 10:04

Trading statement very much as expected, no big surprises.

[mornington crescent] 02/9/2015 22:41

at the moment its on a PE of 21
in the current market that is probably too high

but the company is well based and will do well in the long term

The Company operates around 105 attractions in 23 countries across four continents. The Company operates through three business segments: Midway Attractions, LEGOLAND Parks and Resort Theme Parks. The Midway Attractions are smaller, indoor attractions located in city centers or resorts. The Midway Attractions segment operates around 92 attractions in 21 countries across four continents. The LEGOLAND Parks includes LEGO themed accommodation, rides and shows. The LEGOLAND Parks segment operates around six attractions in five countries across three continents.

[julcester] 01/9/2015 16:50

I suspect this is going to be very messy.

[mornington crescent] 27/7/2015 11:29

hmm

first profit warning

they often come in threes

[topvest] 27/7/2015 09:00

This was expected. Sounds like the business is holding up well otherwise. Good that they have acknowledged blame for the incidents which is better than most organisations. Terrible accident, but accidents do happen in this industry. If it doesn't feel dangerous and scary then people wouldn't go in the first place. Hopefully, they will learn some lessons from this and move on.

[salpara111] 27/7/2015 08:35

I sold on Friday as I didn't want to hold for what was clearly going to be a negative update.
Having said that I bought back at 395 this morning as I believe in the longer term prospects for the business.
Given all the news about Alton Towers was out there I am surprised by the relatively large reaction given that there is no "new news" here.

[quickmind] 27/7/2015 08:11

Ouch! - a big hit for me.

[zedman_1] 01/7/2015 17:59

A very nice 2.5m share buy reported late.

[rickyvader] 16/6/2015 16:22

Blackpool pleasure beach is nothing to do with Merlin