Why this A-rated UK mid cap manager is betting on WH Smith and Moonpig

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There’s certainly been some hype surrounding UK stocks in recent months, on the back of the rotation from growth to value.

But are these opportunities a genuine long term play, or merely a dash for trash?

Chris St John, manager of the Axa Framlington UK Mid Cap fund, speaks about the opportunities he’s seeing in the market.

18 Jun 2021 English United Kingdom Business · Investing

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