F&C Investment Trust (LON:FCIT) Reaches New 12-Month High - Should You Consider Buying?

F&C Investment Trust (LON:FCIT) achieved a significant milestone by hitting a new 52-week high during trading on Wednesday. The stock peaked at GBX 1,150 ($14.04) and maintained this price at its latest transaction, trading a total of 320,052 shares. The previous closing price was GBX 1,132 ($13.82).

Latest Developments in F&C Investment Trust

The company is currently experiencing a rise in stock value, up 1.6% from previous levels. With a market capitalization of £5.64 billion, its P/E ratio stands at 598.96, while its beta, a measure of volatility, is at 0.62. For further insights into its performance, the fifty-day moving average is recorded at GBX 1,119.88, compared to a 200-day moving average of GBX 1,062.42. The firm also maintains a low debt-to-equity ratio of 10.50, a quick ratio of 3.92, and a current ratio of 2.81.

Dividend Announcements

Recently, F&C Investment Trust declared a dividend set to be paid on Monday, February 3rd. Shareholders recorded by Thursday, January 2nd, will receive a dividend of GBX 3.60 ($0.04) per share. This dividend represents a yield of 0.34%, with the ex-dividend date being the same, January 2nd. The company’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is notably high at 781.25%.

Insider Transactions

In recent insider trading activity, Beatrice Hollond acquired 90 shares at an average price of GBX 1,094 ($13.36) on Friday, November 8th. This totaled approximately £984.60 ($1,202.05). Over the last quarter, insiders have purchased 185 shares of the company at a total value of $206,436. Company insiders hold about 0.76% of the total shares.

About F&C Investment Trust

Established in 1868, F&C Investment Trust is recognized as the world’s oldest collective investment scheme. It has built a robust reputation, becoming one of the largest entities in its domain. The primary objective of the trust is to deliver long-term growth and generate consistent income through investments spanning an international array of listed equities.

Considerations for Investors

If you are pondering whether to invest in F&C Investment Trust, it's worth reviewing the latest analyst reports. Currently, the stock holds a "Hold" rating, but several top analysts have indicated alternative stocks as being better buys at this time. It would be prudent to conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions.

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