Saturday, August 7, 2010

Goldbug100 CONNAUGHT (CNT.L) A victim of David Cameron´s save 40% policy?


Yesterday the shares fell 13.50p (46.55%) to finish at 15.50p. During the last couple of weeks knowing that the BP dividend would not be restored soon (and if so, despite promises that the oil spill could be paid for & dividends retained at a lower rate) the fund was looking at other opportunities - high yielding stocks. It´s attention was drawn to Connaught about ten days ago It closed at 31.46p (26 July) when Barcap implied that retail investors were diving into the stock. Yahoo gave a 1ull year Target Estimate: 137.33 p. The price was about 31.03p so we seriously considered a small purchase with a limit of 30p but after the Barcap news the shares continued to rise to 36p as the retail investor (we believe plunged in) for the shares had been 445.80p. On thursday there was news that RBS was selling it´s loan book at 37% of face value - we looked away from the stock unless it fell to 20/25p and by the close of business the shares closed at 29p (5 August) Our gut feeling was to stay away and yes the news Friday prooved that the feeling in our stomach had been correct. Earlier mention of a rights issue has been mentioned in yesterdays comments (see links below) and of course this would have brought down the dividend yield, but with yesterday´s news that (a dividend) has gone out of the window. We will continue to follow the compàny - a victim of the David Cameron "Save 40% policy" in part. - this is not one for widows and ophans, but we might consider a gamble at a lower price as deep down I would say that the fund is a contrarian investor
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Connaught Prices

Date Open High Low Close Volume Adj Close*
6-Aug-10 29.20 29.20 13.30 15.50 68,248,500 15.50
5-Aug-10 31.57 31.74 28.79 29.00 6,083,200 29.00
4-Aug-10 33.86 33.86 28.27 32.00 14,848,800 32.00
3-Aug-10 36.00 36.00 31.21 33.36 2,134,200 33.36
2-Aug-10 35.94 37.49 34.30 35.56 2,708,800 35.56
30-Jul-10 35.82 37.90 33.15 35.62 3,584,400 35.62
29-Jul-10 36.00 38.00 33.00 35.52 12,156,600 35.52
28-Jul-10 35.44 35.70 30.00 31.00 8,752,700 31.00
27-Jul-10 32.00 38.00 31.03 33.70 18,531,200 33.70
26-Jul-10 34.40 40.00 19.10 31.46 73,611,100 31.46
23-Jul-10 104.40 105.20 101.70 102.10 705,100 102.10
22-Jul-10 104.80 109.00 102.70 104.00 1,024,100 104.00
21-Jul-10 103.80 104.30 96.10 103.00 1,126,600 103.00
20-Jul-10 106.10 108.50 102.30 103.00 1,025,600 103.00
19-Jul-10 107.20 108.00 105.30 106.50 1,493,900 106.50
16-Jul-10 106.50 108.50 103.70 107.80 5,080,000 107.80
15-Jul-10 115.00 115.00 101.80 105.00 3,461,200 105.00
14-Jul-10 116.30 116.40 112.90 114.10 1,327,600 114.10
13-Jul-10 115.60 115.60 112.80 114.80 1,554,600 114.80
12-Jul-10 114.80 116.40 113.30 113.30 1,110,500 113.30
9-Jul-10 114.20 116.50 110.00 113.30 2,150,400 113.30
8-Jul-10 122.80 122.80 108.40 111.10 3,829,400 111.10
7-Jul-10 118.50 119.40 113.40 118.00 2,040,100 118.00

It is a known fact that unlike Spain there is a housing shortage in Britain and back Sir Roy Gardner´s feeling "may believe that there is a business worth fighting for" at Connaught (LSE: CNT.L)

References
October is too late to find out what's really been going on at Connaught Other (Fri 8:26pm)

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Russell Grant's Daily Horoscopes: Saturday 7th August 2010

Weekly HoroscopesHoroscopes
 
Aries (Mar21/Apr20) You're offered a good business opportunity that should be grasped with both hands. This is your chance to achieve something big. In fact once you taste this kind of success you will be hungry for more. Circumstances will bring you into contact with a number of people and your social life will take on a livelier and more purposeful pattern. You emerge a wiser and stronger person after taking on a difficult challenge.
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Taurus (Apr21/May21) You have a tendency to question things you would normally take for granted. This is bound to surprise those who would never expect you to do anything to threaten the status quo, but you're feeling restless and in need of something more challenging now. You might feel a strong desire to develop your creative potential or work on skills you are proud of but which could be improved with a little more practice.
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Gemini (May22/June21) You might be drawn to someone you didn't particularly like when you first met. You're seeing something in them now that you do appreciate and probably you will become good friends. Someone has weird ideas and despite your inability to take them seriously they could be transformed into something wonderful in front of your eyes. The truth is, you aren't easily surprised but you will give credit and praise where it's due.
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Cancer (June22/July23) You have right on your side if you're dealing with matters of a legal or financial nature. Whether you're returning a faulty item, fighting a compensation battle or making an insurance claim as long as you follow the right procedure, the results should come out in your favour. You will also do well to trust your intuition. Even if you can't account for why you feel a certain way, your instincts could be right in the end.
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Leo (July24/Aug23) If you need backing or support for a business idea, the inconvenient truth is you've been approaching the wrong people. This will hit you when you get the chance to convince someone new that your plans and ideas really are the best way forward. Very soon you will be offered the money or help you need. In addition, someone will have individual aspects they can bring to the project that makes you even more confident about it.
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Virgo (Aug24/Sept23) Your attention to detail means you will get frustrated with those who aren't as careful. If people don't start listening to you they're going to make a big mistake. Some just don't want to hear. The mood will rapidly improve once others start taking their responsibilities more seriously. You don't mind helping others as long as they can take your criticism as constructive. New projects come under discussion and you would like to have more involvement in the overall scheme.
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Libra (Sept24/Oct23) So little is known about the affects of experiments you're involved in now that you will have to tread cautiously. You'd like to be clear and definite about the results but these can't be ascertained in the short term. Others must be patient as tests and checks are likely to go on for some time yet. Concentrate on promoting your talents as best you can. If you are self employed, it's worth developing new business tactics when selling your services to others.
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Scorpio (Oct24/Nov22) Between family, friends, work and social commitments it's hard to know which to put first. What makes the dilemma worse is someone is making threats about a friendship if you don't make them a promise there and then. What you're learning from this is how important some people are in your life. It will be the quiet, unassuming ones who get your attention now. Through these relationships you might experience some kind of spiritual awakening.
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Sagittarius (Nov23/Dec21) You only have one chance to make a good first impression and today that's what's being offered. Here comes the opportunity you've been waiting for to utilise your talents and abilities. A boss or workmate who thinks they are God's gift is about to be shamed into admitting they don't actually know it all. Underlying emotional tensions come to the surface and you're aware others are feeling tense and irritable. Don't let this stop you from pushing ahead with your own interests.
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Capricorn (Dec22/Jan20) A housemate or someone in the family feels as if they're being taken for granted. You've heard it all before but this is not a date to challenge their behaviour. It's a day to tread gently and tactfully with those you see regularly as they are feeling tense and sensitive. Furthermore don't expect people to be grateful once you do volunteer to spend time with them or do whatever they request of you. It's as if they think you owe them a favour.
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Aquarius (Jan21/Feb19) Greater happiness can be found through venturing away from the beaten track. Innovative schemes and projects are being set underway in areas that are new to you. The moment has come to broaden your horizons. Getting others to understand this is something you have to do could be a problem. But it won't prevent you from following your instincts and inclinations. You are ready now to reach beyond your present situation.
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Pisces (Feb20/Mar20) Social life and affairs of the heart present a mixed bag. There is some danger of coming to loggerheads with a friend who disapproves of your current partner, or with a partner who tries stopping you from seeing a friend! What bugs you most is someone's forceful nature. Anyone who tries to push you into agreeing with them when you don't is unlikely to remain a part of your life much longer.
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