Market's view on Shaftesbury Capital
Published on April 2024
- A stock watcher noted an acquisition of a further chunk of Covent Garden might be announced, indicating potential growth.
- Concerns were raised about the lack of liquidity for asset sales in their geographic area, despite a long history of selling off parcels of the portfolio.
- It was mentioned that Covent Garden was extremely busy, reflecting high foot traffic which could be positive for business.
- There are expectations of an autumn dip in share prices, which could provide a good entry point for long-term investment.
- Discussions were held on the company’s yield, with a 4.2% yield reported at the last update, and comparisons made with other assets like farmland and gold.
- A warning was given about the potential major downside due to low initial yields and difficulties in financing, alongside a bad time for asset sales as Central London is seen as illiquid for the low yielding properties they own.
- The possibility of a share price reaching £1.80 within the next five years was debated, with the autumn season seen as a potential period for acquiring shares at a lower price.
- The company’s updates were viewed positively, especially regarding their free cash flow, though there were suggestions that dividends should be increased due to the current lousy yield.
- Stock watchers discussed the impact of external factors like a new pandemic on the medium-term prospects of the company.