Report
Michael Field
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Market conditions are testing Bureau Veritas, but a strong brand and scale shield a narrow moat.

Testing giant Bureau Veritas produced a solid set of first-half results, in line with our expectations for the full year. Organic revenue growth picked up markedly over the period, averaging 3.5% and accelerating to 4.4% in the second quarter. We do not expect to make any material changes to our forecasts or to our EUR 21 fair value estimate, implying that the shares are currently fairly valued. We reiterate our narrow moat rating for the company.
The primary driver of the organic growth pickup ...
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Bureau Veritas SA

Bureau Veritas specializes in inspecting, testing, auditing or certifying products, assets (such as buildings, industrial infrastructure, equipment and ships) and management systems (particularly against ISO standards) based on regulatory or voluntarily adopted standards. Co.'s operations can be divided into eight businesses: ship classification; industry services; inspection and verification of equipment in service; construction services; certification of management systems or services; inspection and testing of consumer products; services related to customs control and international trade services; and inspection and testing of commodities.

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Morningstar
Morningstar

Morningstar, Inc. is a leading provider of independent investment research in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. The company offer an extensive line of products and services for individual investors, financial advisors, asset managers, and retirement plan providers and sponsors.

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Michael Field

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