Challenging market conditions, especially in central London property, should not have come as any surprise. Management confidence in its franchise is emphasised by continued investment, and the tone of its commentary indicates that it expects payback in 2016. Growing franchise enquiries may give some company-specific support. Confirmation of these conditions means we have cut 2015 earnings estimates by 7%.
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Market non-recovery confirmed
Challenging market conditions, especially in central London property, should not have come as any surprise. Management confidence in its franchise is emphasised by continued investment, and the tone of its commentary indicates that it expects payback in 2016. Growing franchise enquiries may give some company-specific support. Confirmation of these conditions means we have cut 2015 earnings estimates by 7%.