Companies

THG's Beauty business will be spun out, with other divisions likely to follow

Implied cheapness doesn't always mean shares are good value

Recent M&A, rising valuations and a smart strategy all suggest the land group is too cheap.

By providing funding for the clients the law firms are taking on more financial risk, but the potential returns are greater.

A summary of key company announcements expected in the coming week

Construction group reverses pre-tax and operating losses and hits margin goal

Interim results allow dividend jump as the company explores vegan option

The metals bull market means it's party time for low-cost producers like Central Asia Metals

A combination of rising markets, organic growth and canny M&A has powered profits higher

It has had a great year but to justify its valuation, it needs to bring in a lot more lawyers.