Publishing firm Centaur said it had traded strongly in the four months to the end of October and was on track to meet expectations.
Underlying revenues across the Group were 9% ahead of the same period last year, the firm said.
Underlying print, digital and events revenues were up 2%, 15% and 23% respectively.
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Forward bookings in its exhibitions divison were ahead by 17% year-on-year.
Analysts at Altium Securities said they were encouraged by this morning's update and, although mindful of the group's 50% advertising exposure, believe its stock offers attractive value given the substantial growth prospects encompassed in its forecasts.
Altium maintains its Buy recommendation.
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