This little piggy went to market

Article Abstract:

There is considerable potential for private investors to make large gains from investing in a company which is seeking to list on the Stock Exchange. Companies are often sold at very attractive prices, and brokers often offer shares at a discount to their full value. New issues can outperform the market by more than 10%, and are being increasingly seen as a way of investing in the strongest areas of the business world. However, there are risks involved, particularly in assessing the motives of the company's managers in bringing it to the market.

Planning, Investments

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Calling all teenage mutants

Article Abstract:

Christopher Stamper is among a number of British computer programmers whose work has allowed the UK to establish a strong position in the world computer game market. He began in an amateur way, but became addicted to developing new games, and his company, Rare, now employs 80 people and has recently had a stake purchased by Nintendo, the largest video game company in the world. He runs the company with his two brothers, and their games have gained a strong reputation for their attention to detail.

Video game industry, Video games industry, Rare

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Pitted against the best

Article Abstract:

Brands Hatch motor racing track has seen many changes under managing director Nicola Foulston, the daughter of John Foulston, who purchased the track in May 1986. It is now a growing, well-financed business, and extensive investment has been made in new facilities. She has recently made a deal with venture capital concern Apax Partners and corporate financier Peter Rickitt which gives her full control of a 10% stake.

Interview, Racetracks (Automobile racing), Racetracks (Automotive racing), Foulston, Nicola

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