Thursday's tips round-up: Shire, IFM, Patsystems

6th Aug 2009 06:10

While a number of punters may wish to wait to see how Shire performs in the longer term, we would be encouraged that a number of analysts see the share price making substantial gains in the next year. Those at UBS, for example, say the stock will reach 1040p, while the company itself argues it is aiming for mid-teens growth for the next few years. Buy, says the Independent.International Ferro Metals shares are trading on a June 2010 earnings multiple of 48 times, but this falls to just 6.7 in the following year. The share pays no dividend, so it is not suitable for investors focusing on income, but it offers great long-term growth prospects. This is one share to buy and tuck away, says the Telegraph.It is impossible to argue that Patsystems is not doing well, and with more growth expected in the emerging markets and Asia, we would expect the full-year results in six months' time to be equally good. True, the shares are not cheap, but even if the stock stagnates in the coming months, the dividend will more than compensate. Buy, reports the Independent.Hilton shares are trading on a December 2009 earnings multiple of 9.7 and yielding 4.9pc. The stance on the shares, which are up 13pc since their recommendation on April 4, remains buy, writes the Telegraph.We think the improvement from Topps does not warrant anything more excessive, but while we have suggested that investors avoid the shares like the plague in the past, we would now keep hold of any in the portfolio. Cautious hold, writes the Independent.Please note: Digital Look provides a round-up of news, tips and information that is impacting share prices and the market. Digital Look cannot take any responsibility for information provided by third parties. This is for your general information only as not intended to be relied upon by users in making an investment decision or any other decision. Please obtain a copy of the relevant publication and carry out your own research before considering acting on any of this information.