Spectris Share Discussion Threads

[cambium] 17/2/2012 09:59

I think they are all behind the curve there.

DJ comment

SPECTRIS PLC (SXS.LN), a precision instrument maker, said it is well positioned for further growth in 2012 despite widespread economic uncertainty as it reported a big rise in full-year pretax profit, boosted by new product launches and acquisitions.

"Whilst the current macro-economic outlook remains uncertain, [we] are confident that, as a result of continued investment in new products and applications, together with the growth opportunities our recent acquisitions provide, Spectris is strategically well positioned for the year ahead," Chief Executive John O'Higgins said in a statement.

[broadwood] 17/2/2012 09:31

Yep - noticed two Broker downgrades this am - so jumped ship, hopefully temporarily.

[cambium] 17/2/2012 09:16

0851 GMT [Dow Jones] Peel Hunt downgrades Spectris (SXS.LN) to hold from buy, noting the shares are up almost 30% year-to-date and now sit just 2% below its 1700p price target. Still, says the company's final results are strong and confirm the progress on margin and continuing push into emerging markets. Says, "The high-quality management team and conservative guidance compensate for limited visibility." Shares trade 2.3% higher at 1698p.

[bluebelle] 17/2/2012 09:01

Well, mine certainly does !

[cambium] 17/2/2012 08:56

What! With those numbers, surely a target has to begin with a two.

sMMT car production numbers at the highest level for 16 months and SXS are excited about all of there divisions

Contracts being won all over the world

[broadwood] 17/2/2012 08:49

Singer Capital Markets Spectris PLC 17/02/12 08:47 Reiterates Buy Buy 0 1,750.00 1,750.00 0

[cambium] 17/2/2012 08:07

Great numbers

[broadwood] 17/2/2012 07:44

Upgraded to Add by Arden Partners.

[broadwood] 17/2/2012 07:23

Results good as expected but is the outlook statement strong enough to send them higher?

Maybe we'll see properly after the conference call.

[broadwood] 16/2/2012 14:44

Just about at its all time high so lets hope tomorrow's results keep the momentum going.

[cambium] 16/2/2012 09:06

Decision time now, double top or breakout?

[fardistanthills] 15/2/2012 17:14

Quietly going the right way recently too!

[bluebelle] 15/2/2012 16:06

Quiet thread = great stock !

[bluebelle] 01/2/2012 17:44

Thanks Cambium : you've picked a beautiful daily chart to start off with !

[cambium] 01/2/2012 17:41

OUTLOOK

Commenting on the results, John O'Higgins, Chief Executive, said: "We are very pleased with the results achieved in 2011, and particularly with the strong close to the year. Looking ahead, the macro-economic outlook is uncertain. Our recent acquisitions bring more resilient earnings whilst providing opportunities in growth markets and the Board is therefore confident that Spectris is strategically well positioned for the coming year."

[cambium] 01/2/2012 17:40

Here we go.... New thread

[cambium] 01/2/2012 17:39

About Spectris

Spectris plc is a leading supplier of productivity-enhancing instrumentation and controls. The company's products and technologies help customers to improve product quality and performance, improve core manufacturing processes, reduce downtime and wastage, and reduce time to market. Its global customer base spans a diverse range of end user markets.

Spectris operates across four business segments which reflect the applications and industries it serves: Materials Analysis, Test and Measurement, In-line Instrumentation and Industrial Controls. Headquartered in Egham, Surrey, England, the company employs around 7,500 people, with offices in more than 30 countries. For more information, visit www.spectris.com

[cambium] 01/2/2012 17:37

I can't sadly,it's fixed, I'd have to start a new header, let me know if you want me to start anew one

[cambium] 01/2/2012 17:37

I can't sadly,it's fixed, I'd have to start a new header, let me know if you want me to start anew one

[deadly] 20/1/2012 18:18

Cambium, could you kindly correct the spelling of the header?

[cambium] 19/1/2012 08:22

Going mental this morning

[broadwood] 19/1/2012 08:21

RBS Spectris PLC 19/01/12 07:48 Reiterates Buy Buy 0 1,530.00 1,675.00

[broadwood] 19/1/2012 07:35

Goldman Sachs Spectris PLC 19/01/12 07:01 Reiterates Conviction Buy


Conviction Buy 0 1,950.00 2,100.00 150

Excellent. TP increased.

[texas tea] 13/1/2012 18:38

Spectacular Spectris
UPDATE
13 January 2012