UK markets

It is widely discussed that the UK equity market is cheap and recent foreign takeovers suggest there is value at home.

Value stocks may have enjoyed a welcome change in fortunes in recent weeks, but they have been swimming against the tide for years as investors have sought the perceived security of quality and low-volatility stocks.

The long-term attraction of the UK smaller companies market is beyond doubt.

GDP contracted in Q2

Risk assets outperformed 'safe haven' investments

44% are more focused on short-term debt investments

Picking the best of the worst performing companies

Structural and macroeconomic pressures blamed

Which companies are on the list?

The UK market is a fantastic contrarian investment for those investors able to take a longer-term approach to their portfolio.