The week’s best shares
Arcontech Group
Investors’ Chronicle
Shares in this financial software provider were massively de-rated after the loss of two customers and are now firmly “bargain basement”. But Arcontech is profitable, there’s a prospective 4.1% yield and it’s a bid target. Buy. 74p.
Computacenter
The Times
Customers ordering early are boosting visibility for this tech systems and services supplier, which is benefiting from the rapid growth of corporate and government IT spending. Inexpensive, with scope for special returns. Buy. £26.20.
Greggs
Investors’ Chronicle
Given its robust balance sheet, the bakery chain’s aim to double revenue – by expanding shop numbers and pushing forward with home delivery and evening trading – looks achievable. A special divi is expected. Buy. £26.66.
Facilities by ADF
The Mail on Sunday
ADF supplies state-of-the-art trucks and trailers to the fast-growing UK film industry. Clients include Amazon Prime, Netflix and the BBC, and its 500-strong fleet is already 90% booked for 2022. Green credentials help. Buy. 63p.
Mitchells & Butlers
The Sunday Times
The well-managed pub, bar and restaurant owner (from All Bar One to Browns) is set to benefit from the end of WFH and other Covid restrictions. Consumer spending may be squeezed, but abstinence is unlikely. Buy. 249.20p.
Pets at Home Group
The Times
Having fended off Amazon, the pets business has delivered impressive growth and a profits upgrade – fuelled by rising pet ownership and its marginboosting subscription services. Set to take more share of a growing market. Buy. 418p.