In search of a productivity miracle
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British manufacturing industry has seen a rise in labor productivity of 7.6% annualized in the three months to Jul 1999, the biggest increase recorded for a five-year period. Productivity is affected by output growth rates since labor is not shed rapidly when sales fall, not hired rapidly when sales rise. Manufacturers could benefit from an increase in profit margins as a result of productivity gains. There could still be pressure from wage inflation as a result of a tight labor market, and the strength of pound sterling could also affect margins.
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1999
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How to feel at home with family businesses
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Investors may fight shy of family businesses where there is a majority holding held by the family. Stockholders can benefit, however, if they invest prior to a takeover. Family businesses may benefit from a strong brand name, such as Weetabix, or they may be strong players in niche markets. Smaller companies may withdraw from the stock market, where they are often ignored by institutional investors, and may then become attractive to venture capitalists.
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1999
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