'Hard to ignore': 3 stocks to play the undervalued UK market, according to an asset manager
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jul 09 2025
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Source: CNBC
U.K. Stock Market Opportunities: Portfolio managers at Ninety One highlight that the U.K. stock market, long undervalued and associated with "old economy" firms, is presenting attractive investment opportunities due to low valuations compared to international peers and potential for strong returns through earnings growth and capital returns.
Promising Stocks Identified: Ninety One identifies three undervalued stocks with growth potential: Wise, a fintech company; Melrose Industries, an aerospace firm with stable long-term prospects; and JD Wetherspoon, a pub chain focusing on expansion and resilience in economic downturns.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
