May 16, 2008

Humberts shares suspended on AIM

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by Kay Murchie

One of England’s largest chain of estate agents, Humberts, has had it shares suspended on AIM pending clarification of its financial viability. In a statement to the Stock Exchange, the group said the request to suspend its shares was made pending clarification ...


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Humberts shares suspended on AIM

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