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[adamb1978] 01/3/2018 08:11

Glad I sold yesterday! Only bought late last year but decided to cut my losses given that, in hindsight, buying in to someone like WPP at this stage of the economic cycle made no sense. Commiserations for holders

[riviera1069] 01/3/2018 08:09

Wow. Almost 10% down on open. So the market didnt like those results. Now for a re-entry point. £12?

[riviera1069] 27/2/2018 19:23

From Business Wire TodayWPP Announces Merger of Burson-Marsteller and Cohn & WolfeBurson Cohn & Wolfe (BCW) becomes one of the world's largest global communications agenciesFebruary 27, 2018 11:00 AM Eastern Standard TimeNEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WPP (NYSE:WPP) today announced the merger of Burson-Marsteller and Cohn & Wolfe to create Burson Cohn & Wolfe (BCW), one of the world's largest, full-service, global communications agencies with deep expertise in digital and integrated communications, across all industry sectors."Our decision to merge the two agencies is driven by strong, compatible capabilities and expertise, a combined ability to deliver integrated solutions across multiple sectors and the scale to compete with the largest communications agencies in the world"Tweet thisThe new agency will be led by Chief Executive Officer Donna Imperato, currently CEO of Cohn & Wolfe. Don Baer, Burson-Marsteller's Worldwide Chair and CEO, will become Chairman and focus on delivering high-level counsel for Burson Cohn & Wolfe clients.Burson Cohn & Wolfe combines Cohn & Wolfe's expertise in digitally-driven, creative content and integrated communications – across the consumer, healthcare and technology sectors – with Burson-Marsteller's strength in public affairs, corporate and crisis management, technology and research. Burson Cohn & Wolfe will be a network of more than 4,000 employees, across 42 countries."Our decision to merge the two agencies is driven by strong, compatible capabilities and expertise, a combined ability to deliver integrated solutions across multiple sectors and the scale to compete with the largest communications agencies in the world," said WPP CEO, Sir Martin Sorrell."We have a major opportunity and the right team to take this new agency to even higher levels of success. After years of strong leadership and delivering excellent results at Cohn & Wolfe, I know that Donna will ensure the success of the combined business. I would also like to thank Don for his contribution as CEO of Burson-Marsteller over the last six years. I know he will continue his dedication to serving clients and now be able to focus entirely on high-level counsel to those clients as Chairman."Imperato said: "The launch of Burson Cohn & Wolfe creates a new entity in the world of communications that offers our clients unparalleled, integrated digital solutions grounded in earned media. We are energized by the fresh offerings we will bring to both our clients and our employees."To secure seamless post-merger integration, Imperato has formed an executive group comprising select senior leaders from both agencies. The executive group will focus on the best ways to bring the agencies together ensuring continuity and excellence in client service.About WPPWPP is the world's largest communications services group with billings of US$74 billion and revenues of over US$19 billion. Through its operating companies, the Group provides a comprehensive range of advertising and marketing services including advertising & media investment management; data investment management; public relations & public affairs; branding & identity; healthcare communications; digital, eCommerce and shopper marketing; and specialist communications. The company employs over 200,000 people (including associates and investments) in over 3,000 offices across 112 countries.WPP was named Holding Company of the Year at the 2017 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity for the seventh year running. WPP was also named, for the sixth consecutive year, the World's Most Effective Holding Company in the 2017 Effie Effectiveness Index, which recognizes the effectiveness of marketing communications. In 2017 WPP was recognised by Warc 100 as the World's Top Holding Company, for the third year in a row.About Burson-MarstellerBurson-Marsteller, established in 1953, is a leading global public relations and communications firm. It provides clients with strategic thinking and program execution across a full range of public relations, public affairs, reputation and crisis management, advertising and digital strategies.About Cohn & WolfeCohn & Wolfe, a global communications agency, builds brands and corporate reputations through an uncompromising commitment to creativity. The agency's strategic approach unearths fresh, relevant insights leading to communications solutions that deliver measurable business success. Throughout its more than 45-year history, Cohn & Wolfe's brand marketing work and world-class digital media campaigns have attracted top brands around the world, winning awards at the Cannes Lions, the Global SABREs and the Global PRWeek Awards. Headquartered in New York, Cohn & Wolfe has been named a Best Place to Work by The Holmes Report, PRWeek and PRNews.ContactsWPPKevin McCormack, [phone] Cohn & WolfeParris Bowe, [phone]

[riviera1069] 22/2/2018 10:48

Ccr. Sorry mate. Leaving you. Sold out at 1369 this morning and loaded up with Kaz at 778 on the drop. Good luck with your investment.

[ccr1958] 21/2/2018 17:07

I also bought about 1300 to bring average down sold half at 1450 . Better day tomorrow I reckon .

[riviera1069] 21/2/2018 12:01

Yeah. 14 not looking to clever now. I went long at 1308. Bit nervous now with what the results may throw up next week.

[ccr1958] 21/2/2018 11:58

Over 14 ? ... I wouldn’t bank on it !

[riviera1069] 21/2/2018 09:56

Over 14 at close today?

[ccr1958] 19/2/2018 07:28

Yes, don’t get very excited on here, for an age we didn’t even have a B.B....had to look for snippets on Waves and projections 😏

[willjam] 19/2/2018 00:42

£1 rise in 2 days and no comments?

[willjam] 19/2/2018 00:42

£1 rise in 2 days and no comments?

[andplus] 14/2/2018 18:33

very decent recovery. Adland us cooking something very interesting

[ccr1958] 14/2/2018 15:19

Little push through 1400 please ! Ps some huge trades after hours .

[ccr1958] 13/2/2018 15:51

Well and truly oversold, a few good sessions here wouldn’t go amiss!!

[winner31] 13/2/2018 11:41

Just been oversold ,Societe General got a buy recommendation target £19.40

[stulock] 13/2/2018 11:18

cant see any news as to why this is strong with overall market down. Anyone?

[ccr1958] 08/2/2018 16:57

Bid ? Have I missed something?

[winner31] 08/2/2018 16:16

Or bid coming

[ccr1958] 08/2/2018 15:59

Nice day, strength of £ ?

[costax1654x] 27/1/2018 20:19

1100 will be a great entry.I suppose that I will have to wait another 2 mths!

[winner31] 12/1/2018 12:20

Liberum reiterates buy target £18.15