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Dresdner Kleinwort reckons that concerns over the global economy do not outweigh growth potential for the rest of the year at drinks giant SABMiller, the Independent notes. Investors that follow suit are likely to be raising a toast, says the paper, so buy.

Although it has been well flagged that L&G would be caught up in the slowing housing market, there was still some disappointment yesterday after it revealed a 14pc slide in sales of individual protection policies, but the Telegraph still has the shares as a buy.

Manganese Bronze is setting a lot of store by its Chinese adventure, and for those happy to sit on their stock for the longer term, the London taxi maker might just turn out to be a decent punt. Hold for now, reckons the Indepedent.

Cabbies may be fretting but investors can afford to hold on for international rewards around the corner, adds the Times.

On 12 times 2009 earnings with a 2.6pc yield, credit checking company Experian's shares are a lot cheaper than they once were but are still priced for growth. There is unlikely to be much of that for a while, so best avoid reckons the Telegraph.

Sports Direct shares trade at a premium to JJB and the rest of the sports retail sector, including John David Group. Given the grim update from JJB that premium looks unjustified, says the Times, so sell.

Buyers should be wary of the hotels sector, and now is probably not the time to punt given the economy, but Peel Hotels is worth watching. The Independent says hold.

In short, the potential is there at Russia-focused oil producer Imperial Energy. But the question remains as to whether Imperial can turn potential into profit. A rights issue at £6 a share - a 40pc discount to Tuesday's close - might look appealing. But the price was discounted for a reason. Subscribe, but through gritted teeth recommends the Telegraph.

Cambridge software developer Aveva has nearly quadrupled in under three years and now trade on an aggressive 21 times expected earnings. Investors tempted to take profits now could risk holding on for a possible large return of cash when the final dividend is set, believes the Times.
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