Berenberg has doubts over the profitability of Esure
Although Esure has seen sturdy growth throughout the year, Berenberg is sceptical on the company’s profitability and dividend prospects. With earnings having failed to see significant increases due to underwriting policies, the broker prefers the firm’s rivals, including Admiral and Hastings.

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Analysts at UBS think the outlook for one of the largest bottlers of non-alcoholic beverages in Europe is good.

Coca-Cola Hellenic last week reported that sales volumes had increased marginally in the first half while cost efficiencies had boosted margins.

Looking good: UBS said the Coca-Cola HBC's management is taking the correct steps to grow profit

UBS said the firm’s management is taking the correct steps to grow profit and cash flow in the face of volume and currency pressures.

On Friday the shares closed 3 per cent, or 51.4p higher at 1732.4p.

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Berenberg has doubts about the profitability and dividend prospects of insurance firm esure, which owns comparison site GoCompare.

Berenberg said while the group has seen strong growth over the past year, it has struggled to translate that into improved earnings from underwriting policies. The broker prefers rival firms Admiral and Hastings.