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<ul><li>Feature article: Tech sector outlook - focus on recovery plays UK technology stocks are showing signs of recovery after a prolonged five-year bear market, with large-cap software and services stocks rebounding strongly in recent months.</li><li>In this month's feature article, Hardman & Co analyst Richard Jeans examines the latest trading trends across the UK technology sector, the evolving impact of AI and large language models, and the prospects for further recovery.</li><li>He also highlights the importance of focusing on attractively valued recovery opportunities while avoiding over-hyped stocks.</li></ul>

Feature article: Tech sector outlook - focus on recovery plays UK technology stocks are showing signs of recovery after a prolonged five-year bear market, with large-cap software and services stocks rebounding strongly in recent months.In this month's feature article, Hardman & Co analyst Richard Jeans examines the latest trading trends across the UK technology sector, the evolving impact of AI and large language models, and the prospects for further recovery.He also highlights the importance of focusing on attractively valued recovery opportunities while avoiding over-hyped stocks.

Arbuthnot Banking Group PLC - Hardman & Co Monthly: September 2026

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  <li>Arbuthnot is demonstrating robust franchise growth, having achieved its £10bn client balance target two years ahead of schedule, driven by strong performance in deposits, loans, and wealth management.</li>
  <li>The company's valuation appears attractive, with a low price-to-book ratio and a high dividend yield, supported by a top-tier Smartkarma value score of 5/5.</li>
  <li>Near-term profitability faces headwinds from a challenging interest rate environment, which is putting pressure on margins, alongside broader economic and political uncertainty in the UK.</li>
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  Arbuthnot is demonstrating robust franchise growth, having achieved its £10bn client balance target two years ahead of schedule, driven by strong performance in deposits, loans, and wealth management.
  The company's valuation appears attractive, with a low price-to-book ratio and a high dividend yield, supported by a top-tier Smartkarma value score of 5/5.
  Near-term profitability faces headwinds from a challenging interest rate environment, which is putting pressure on margins, alongside broader economic and political uncertainty in the UK.
This content is AI-generated and displayed for general informational purposes only. Please verify independently before use.

Primer: Arbuthnot Banking Group (ARBB LN) - Aug 2026

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<li>ABG’s results may be considered across two, distinct, time dimensions.</li>
<li>The long-term value, created by franchise growth, picked up in 1H’26.</li>
<li>Key growth was well spread and seen in deposits, specialist lending and wealth management.</li>
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ABG’s results may be considered across two, distinct, time dimensions.
The long-term value, created by franchise growth, picked up in 1H’26.
Key growth was well spread and seen in deposits, specialist lending and wealth management.


Arbuthnot Banking Group: 1H26 Accelerating Franchise Growth

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<li>As we approach the second half of 2026, the economic outlook remains challenging and political uncertainty persists.</li>
<li>However, our July Insight explores why there are growing signs of optimism.</li>
<li>As valuations become more attractive and companies look to participate in transactions, the investment community is becoming increasingly active.</li>
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As we approach the second half of 2026, the economic outlook remains challenging and political uncertainty persists.
However, our July Insight explores why there are growing signs of optimism.
As valuations become more attractive and companies look to participate in transactions, the investment community is becoming increasingly active.


Arbuthnot Banking Group (ARBB): 2025 lower margins, 2026 profit stability

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Arbuthnot Banking Group PLC is a United Kingdom-based holding company primarily involved in banking and financial services. It offers private and commercial banking, wealth management, and various asset finance solutions, including specialist asset finance for high-value cars and vehicle finance. The company is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, and was founded in 1833.

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Arbuthnot Banking Group (ARBB LN)

Arbuthnot Banking Group PLC - Hardman & Co Monthly: September 2026

Feature article: Tech sector outlook - focus on recovery plays UK technology stocks are showing signs of recovery after a prolonged five-year...

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Primer: Arbuthnot Banking Group (ARBB LN) - Aug 2026

Arbuthnot is demonstrating robust franchise growth, having achieved its £10bn client balance target two years ahead of schedule, driven by...

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Arbuthnot Banking Group: 1H26 Accelerating Franchise Growth

ABG’s results may be considered across two, distinct, time dimensions.The long-term value, created by franchise growth, picked up in 1H’26.

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Hardman & Co Monthly: July 2026

As we approach the second half of 2026, the economic outlook remains challenging and political uncertainty persists.However, our July Insight...

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Arbuthnot Banking Group (ARBB): 2025 lower margins, 2026 profit stability

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