Associated British Foods: Lagging Market Sentiment Has Created A Buy Opportunity

Vladimir Dimitrov, CFA
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Summary

  • After a strong 2023, Associated British Foods' share price is again lagging.
  • In the meantime, however, business fundamentals continue to improve and margins are near record highs.
  • Primark growth is accelerating, while the outlook for the Grocery and Sugar divisions is also on a strong footing.

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As a less-known company based in the United Kingdom, Associated British Foods plc (OTCPK:ASBFF) could soon become significantly more popular in the United States.

The overseas expansion of the retail business is gaining momentum and the company is gradually


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Vladimir Dimitrov, CFA is a former strategy consultant within the field of brand and intangible assets valuation. During his career in the City of London he has been working with some of the largest global brands within the technology, telecom and banking sectors. He graduated from the London School of Economics and is interested in finding reasonably priced businesses with sustainable long-term competitive advantages.

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