STOCK WATCH

TOUCHSTAR makes mobile devices and software for industrial and retail firms.

Companies that use its technology include British Airways, DHL and Wincanton.

Yesterday, shares in the AIMlisted firm rose as it reported operating profits of £219,000 for the six months to June 30, up from a loss of £49,000 in the same period a year ago.

Chairman Ian Martin said the results highlighted the positive effect of a restructuring of the business last year.

Shares rocketed 13.1pc, or 9p, to 77.5p.