Take Hochschild Mining (LSE:HOC) and Aston Martin Lagonda (LSE:AML). Some brokers are confident they will rise by 46% or more over the coming year. The question is, how accurate are these bullish forecasts likely to be?

Hochschild Mining

Precious metals miners like Hochschild have had a blip in recent weeks. Why? A resurgent US dollar has put gold and silver prices on the back foot. When the buck rises, it becomes more expensive for investors outside the States to buy and hold metal.

City analysts, though, are unanimous that Hochschild shares will rebound. The 10 who have ratings on the miner think it’ll rise 24% in value over the next year, to 807p. One is even tipping its shares to reach 951p, up 46% from today’s levels.

It’s possible the dollar will continue rising if the Iran War continues, pushing up inflation and US interest rates. But the outlook for precious metals could stay strong, and by extension for this FTSE 250 stock.

Safe-haven metals typically rise in value when inflationary pressures rise. It’s one reason why gold’s powered to dozens of record highs in recent years. There’s also rising geopolitical instability, worsening economic data and financial market volatility that might supercharge these commodity prices again.

Yet despite all these positive drivers, Hochschild shares still look cheap. They trade on a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 9.8 times. In my view, this sort of low valuation provides plenty of scope for the miner to recover from its recent dip.

Aston Martin Lagonda

Could things also be looking up for Aston Martin’s share price? One City analyst is forecasting a stunning 54% rise over the next 12 months, to 65p.

The average share price target isn’t as exciting, at 50.7p. But that average of 12 separate forecasts still suggests an impressive 20% rise from today’s levels.

So what could drive the sports car maker’s shares higher? A sharp recovery in sales volumes would be needed (these dropped 10% over the course of 2025). With brilliant brand power and the best line-up of cars in its 113-year history, it’s not out of the question.

That said, this is a highly unlikely scenario in my opinion. Demand for expensive vehicles is already in the doldrums, especially in Aston’s key Chinese market. And the Iran War is making the market more difficult by raising inflation and cooling economic growth.

These chilly conditions are especially worrying given the company’s weak balance sheet. Debt is still rising, and was £1.4bn at the end of December. While it’s slashing costs to stop losses widening further and shore up its financial foundations, the gloomy market outlook means things are still looking bad for Aston and its share price.

In my view, investors should consider avoiding Aston Martin and take a look at Hochschild shares instead.

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That said, don’t assume we’re entirely in the clear yet. The rebound’s been helped by bargain hunting and the market’s usual habit of snapping back after sharp sell-offs. But sentiment remains fragile and the rally could still fade if the macro picture worsens.

A stronger FTSE 100 often reflects defensive qualities and overseas earnings, not a full return to calm.

The oil shock

The biggest threat is still the oil shock. Brent crude has surged as the Middle East conflict escalates, and reports suggest diplomacy has not yet produced a lasting breakthrough. Higher energy costs can feed inflation, squeeze consumer spending, and make it harder for central banks to cut rates. That’s bad news for risk assets.

So why have markets bounced? Partly because investors think the worst may already be priced in, and partly because some buyers are stepping in after the sell-off. But that optimism can only last if oil prices stabilise and the conflict begins to see a potential end.

For investors, that argues for caution. Keep some cash back, lean toward defensive shares, and avoid highly speculative names that need perfect conditions to work. If markets wobble again, the companies with strong balance sheets and reliable cash flow are usually the ones that hold up best.

Eyeing opportunity

Market dips can present opportunities if you know where to look. The trick’s identifying stocks with a high chance of rebound. In short, these are businesses that would be doing well if it weren’t for the external market — strong earnings growth, managemable debt, rising dividends, solid cash flow.

A good example is South American mining outfit Hochschild Mining (LSE: HOC). The FTSE 250-listed stock is down 21.5% in the past month despite earnings growth of 102% year on year.

The balance sheet’s decent, with debt half of equity and just enough current assets to cover short-term liabilities.

Profitability is spectacular, with return on equity (ROE) at 29.9% and a net margin of 17.9%. And with strong growth forecasts, its forward price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is estimated around only 8.5.

Basically, it’s a rapidly growing stock in high demand with minimal debt and a price that looks far below fair value.

So what’s the catch?

The risk is clear: mining’s cyclical, and Hochschild still depends on gold and silver prices, which can move sharply. Improvements at its Mara Rosa, Brazil, site are still a work in progress, and operational hiccups have already hurt sentiment.

Peru, Argentina and Brazil also bring political, tax and execution risks that can quickly change the story.

Still, the overall picture looks like an attractive recovery play to consider: a growing, cash-generative business that’s lightly geared and appears undervalued. It may not be a risk-free opportunity, but it’s one that I don’t plan to miss.

Keep in mind, it’s always smart to balance out any investment within a diversified portfolio spread over several sectors and regions. To that end, I’ve identified several other great opportunities on the UK stock market recently…

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Here’s how.

Building long-term wealth

Over the long run, the FTSE 100‘s generated close to an 8% average total annual return. But in more recent years, those gains have been a bit more impressive, averaging closer to 9.4% over the last decade.

That means anyone who’s been drip feeding £300 a month since 2016 has compounded close to £59,385 today. And assuming this trend of higher gains continues into the future, that same portfolio could reach close to £600,000 over the next 20 years.

When following the 4% withdrawal rule, an investment portfolio of this scale would be sufficient to provide an annual second income of £24,000.

That’s not bad, but stock pickers could do even better…

Accelerating wealth

While the FTSE 100 has had a good decade, some UK shares have delivered far superior results. Take Hochschild Mining (LSE:HOC) as a perfect example to consider.

Through solid operational management, the precious metals mining giant has supported robust production volumes, while gold and silver prices have entered into a new supercycle.

The result has been surging profits, translating into an impressive 636% total return over the last decade. On an annualised basis, that’s the equivalent of 22.1%. And anyone who’s been drip feeding £300 each month at this impressive rate of return is sitting on a chunky £129,250 today.

If this momentum continues for another 10 years, that’s more than enough to grow a portfolio to just shy of £1.3m, unlocking a £51,359 second income in the process.

Of course, the question is, can Hochschild maintain its double-digit gains over the next 10 years?

Bull versus bear

Achieving a 20%+ average annualised return is pretty extraordinary. And maintaining such a Warren Buffett-like return is no easy feat. Yet, when digging a little deeper, Hochschild might be able to pull it off.

The group’s Monte do Carmo gold project in Brazil could be close to unlocking a step change in production volumes as early as 2028 to 2029.

Assuming everything stays on schedule, that represents a roughly 30% uplift in current production volumes. And if the geopolitical landscape remains volatile, precious metal prices could have further to climb, unlocking exceptional operating leverage.

Don’t forget, mining comes with a lot of fixed costs, so when commodity prices surge, so do profit margins. But this also works in reverse.

If the conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine are resolved, global trade tensions subside, and economic concerns cool, precious metals could see a sharp reversal in prices, taking Hochschild’s profits with them.

The bottom line

Investing in any UK shares is far from a risk-free endeavour, especially when aiming for 20%+ annualised gains. But as Hochschild Mining has demonstrated, the process can unlock substantial wealth, accelerating the journey to financial independence.

That’s why I think this mining stock might still be worth a closer look for more adventurous portfolios. But it’s not the only high growth opportunity I’ve spotted this week.

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I own a tax-efficient ISA myself. And I’ve identified a top dividend shares to consider buying for it: Hochschild Mining (LSE:HOC).

Here’s why I think it could turbocharge an investor’s passive income.

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Gold and silver surge

Hochschild Mining doesn’t offer the largest dividend yield out there. A surging share price (up 131% over 12 months) has reduced the yield to 1.5% for 2026, reflecting a bumper period for gold and silver prices.

Yet the prospect of stunning payout growth still makes this FTSE 250 miner worth consideration in my book. This year’s dividend is expected to be up 162% from 2025’s levels. A 32% increase is forecast for next year too.

This perhaps isn’t a shock given the unprecedented scale of precious metals demand. Inflows into gold-backed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) hit record levels in 2025, meaning assets under management (AUMs) doubled year on year to $559bn. That’s according to the World Gold Council.

This trend has supercharged returns from miners like Hochschild, as their profits tend to grow more sharply than metal prices. This is thanks to the ‘leverage’ effect, where — due to these companies’ fixed costs — every extra dollar of revenue goes straight to the bottom line.

Bright price forecasts

With geopolitical uncertainty growing, I think 2026’s shaping up to be another strong year for precious metals. Silver claimed new peaks near $83 per ounce in recent days following US action in Venezuela and talk around Greenland.

It’s possible that prices could be volatile if profit-taking sets in. But over a longer period, I’m confident precious metals will keep rising as other factors play out, like a probable further weakening of the US dollar and declining interest rates.

Analysts at Goldman Sachs expect gold to hit $4,900 an ounce by the fourth quarter. That’s up around $450 from current levels.

In this environment, Hochschild looks in good shape to grow dividends strongly as expected. A strong balance sheet should also support its ability to deliver breakneck dividend growth. The company’s net-debt-to-EBITDA ratio was just 0.4 as of June.

A top ISA share?

Hochschild’s worth special attention as a mining play, too, as it’s expanding production to capitalise on soaring gold and silver. Output at its Mara Rosa yellow metal mine is increasing following earlier problems. Key projects in Peru (Inmaculada) and Argentina (San José) are meanwhile tipped to maintain stable production levels.

Remember though, that mining is a highly unpredictable business, and any production setbacks could more than offset rising metal prices and pull profits lower. Problems at Mara Rosa last year forced it to cut back full-year production estimates.

Still, in the current landscape I think Hochschild’s a top income stock to consider for a Stocks and Shares ISA.

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I don’t think so. Indeed, I’ve found a top growth share I’m considering for my own portfolio: Hochschild Mining (LSE:HOC).

This FTSE 250 silver miner’s tipped to deliver explosive earnings growth next year. But that’s not all that’s attracted my attention. At current prices, I think it also offers a brilliant bang for my buck.

Want to know what makes it so great?

Silver surfer

Fuelled by a rocketing silver price, Hochchild Mining’s shares have leapt 128% since 1 January.

Its earnings are tipped to grow 76% in 2025. And if City analysts are correct, the precious metals miner’s just getting started, with silver prices tipped for further titanic gains.

While gold’s grabbed the headlines, silver prices have risen even more sharply this year, up 188%. That sails past the 78% rise in gold prices over the same period.

There’s a number of reasons for this outperformance, including:

• A massive supply squeeze on weak silver production and strong industrial and investment demand.
• The US adding silver to its ‘critical minerals’ list.
• Explosive demand from the solar power, electric vehicle, and artificial intelligence sectors.
• An historically-low gold:silver ratio.

Earnings to double?

Could the silver boom be running out of steam, though? The gold-to-silver ratio is less favourable than it was at the start of the year, at 1:56. This is below the long-term average of 1:60, and suggests silver may now overvalued in relation to bullion.

I’m confident the grey metal can continue rising, though, underpinned by those supply problems and other factors also driving gold, like the weakening US dollar and rising demand for safe-haven assets.

This bodes well for Hochschild, whose earnings growth is tipped to accelerate to 114% in 2026. This strong forecast reflects the miner’s efforts to get production back on track after problems at its Mara Rosa mine in Brazil early this year.

Remember, though, that setbacks here could have serious implications for Hochschild’s share price.

Too cheap to ignore

Current earnings estimates pull the miner’s price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio from 20.3 times for 2025 to a bargain-basement 9.3 times for next year.

It also leaves Hochschild shares trading on a P/E-to-growth (PEG) multiple of 0.1. Any reading below 1 suggests excellent value.

As a final sweetener, the FTSE 250 firm’s dividend per share is expected to more than double in 2026 from this year’s expected levels. This means the forward dividend yield leaps to 1.5% from 0.1%.

Bottom line

I think Hochschild Mining could be a great growth stock to consider buying for the long term. Thanks to silver’s critical role in the explosive green and digital economies, I think earnings here could surge over the next decade.

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I’ve picked out two mid-cap growth shares I think could take off this month: Hochschild Mining (LSE:HOC) and Vistry (LSE:VTY).

Want to know what could make them explode?

Silver surfer

Hochschild Mining’s a significant gold and silver producer. It’s risen 88% in value 2025 thanks to a surge in both metals’ prices. More recently, a spark in silver values has lifted the company sharply higher.

The so-called Devil’s Metal touched record peaks of $58.86 per ounce on Monday (1 December). Yet compared to gold, it still looks dirt cheap — the gold:silver ratio was last at 72:1.

That’s far below the long-term average of 60:1, and suggests silver prices could have further to go.

Naturally there’s no guarantee of extra price gains for gold or silver. They could, for instance, be pulled lower if the US dollar gains momentum.

But given a backdrop of economic uncertainty, falling interest rates and geopolitical tension, I think both metals could keep rising. Meanwhile, the buck could come under fresh pressure on signs of further Federal Reserve action.

Given Hochschild’s low valuation, I think there’s scope for further share price gains in this climate. The miner trades on price-to-earnings growth (PEG) ratios of 0.2 and 0.1 for 2025 and 2026, respectively.

Building back better

Vistry’s another FTSE 250 share that’s delivering index-beating price gains in 2025. Up 15%, I think it could pick up momentum in end-of-year trading as confidence in the housing market improves.

Housing sector data continues to surprise, supported by interest rate cuts and fierce competition in the mortgage market. Yesterday Nationwide (2 December) said average house prices rose 0.3% in November despite Budget uncertainty. They were expected to flatline.

Close watchers of Vistry perhaps won’t have been caught out by this latest robust dataset. The builder’s November trading update showed its average sales rate up 11% between 1 July and 6 November.

With interest rates tipped to keep falling in 2026, I think sales could continue climbing strongly. What’s more, as the UK’s largest affordable homes specialist, Vistry can expect significant government support looking ahead.

As with Hochschild, Vistry’s share price is dirt cheap, which could attract attention from value investors. It commands a PEG ratio of 0.4 for both 2026 and 2027.

The company is expected to blast back into profit this year, meaning a valid ratio is unavailable. It does boast a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 11.7 times for 2025 though, which on balance looks pretty attractive.

I think both Vistry and Hochschild shares are great stocks to consider for a late year rally.

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Given that Hochschild Mining is a Latin America-focused precious metals company specialising in silver and gold exploration, the reasons are obvious.

Gold stock on a silver streak

The gold price has skyrocketed thanks to geopolitical anxiety, central bank buying, a slightly weaker dollar and its own breakneck momentum, hitting one record high after another.

The yellow metal has itself jumped 50% in the last year and 145% over three. Silver hasn’t been left behind, up 44% in the last 12 months. Buying Hochschild has, at various points, been a better bet than buying gold itself.

Many investors, including me, will have felt they’ve missed their opportunity. But now they may have been handed a new one, as the gold and silver rally takes a breather.

After peaking at a new record high of $4,338 on 17 October, gold has retreated to around $4,026. Hochschild shares have slipped in step, falling 12% over the past week. Other miners, like FTSE 100-listed Fresnillo, have also fallen. Long-term investors are still sitting on massive paper gains, but the dip may prompt a rethink. Some may consider booking their profits, while others may spy an opportunity to grab a piece of the action at a lower price.

Mining stocks tend to magnify gold’s moves because other factors such as operational performance, costs, and output directly affect profits. Production interruptions, political risk, and currency swings all add to the potential volatility.

Today (22 October) we learned that Hochschild’s operational progress remains solid in Q3. Updating investors, the board confirmed it remains on track to meet its revised 2025 production guidance of between 291,000 and 319,000 gold equivalent ounces. It reports steady progress at its Mara Rosa gold mine in Brazil and continued strong output from its Inmaculada and San Jose operations in South America.

FTSE 250 growth opportunity

Its Mara Rosa mine in Brazil is optimising mining processes, while Inmaculada and San Jose continue their strong recent performance. Cash flow is expected to rise in Q4 as Mara Rosa ramps up.

The company ended the quarter with $92m in cash, down from $110m in June, and net debt of $246m. These reflect temporary working capital increases in Argentina, a $13m buyback of the Monte do Carmo streaming agreement from Sprott, and a $5m interim dividend. Net debt-to-EBITDA sits at a modest 0.5.

Iin contrast to gold itself, Hochschild pays income in the shape of dividends. The trailing yield is now a lowly 0.5%, that’s partly down to the roaring share price. It’s dividend history is pretty patchy too, with some major cuts in recent years.

Hochschild isn’t cheap, with a price-to-earnings ratio of 25, but that’s modest compared with Fresnillo at more than 77. I’m personally wary of Fresnillo at that dizzying price but think investors might consider buying Hothschild, particularly if they missed the initial gold rally and expect a recovery.

I won’t be jumping in. Volatility remains high, and geopolitical uncertainty could easily reverse recent gains. But if someone wants exposure to gold, Hochschild’s the first stock guide I think they should consider buying.

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LatAm Mining

The first company is Hochschild Mining (LSE:HOC). It’s a UK-based operator specialising in gold and silver, primarily in Latin America. Over the past year the growth stock is up 103%, highlighting the benefit of the surging gold price already.

With high gold prices, Hochschild generates more revenue on each ounce mined, improving cash flow and profitability. The H1 2025 results showed this, with revenue up 33% versus last year to $520m.

Even though management cut its full-year gold production guidance due to issues at the Mara Rosa mine in Brazil, the fundamentals of the business are still positive. The increased profit before tax enabled it to reduce net debt, which currently stands at a very manageable $202.3m.

Looking ahead, if gold prices stay elevated, the company can maintain or increase dividends, reinvest in capacity, and improve production. The company will only report the financial benefits of the jump to $4,000 later this year or even early next year. Therefore, I believe there’s scope for the stock to appreciate further over this time period as investors recognise the tangible benefits.

One risk is if new exploration projects don’t yield any results. This could hinder further long-term growth plans and prompt investors to reassess their strategies.

A precious metals giant

Another idea is Fresnillo (LSE:FRES). If you thought the Hochschild return was impressive, consider the fact that Fresnillo stock is up 268% in the past year!

Fresnillo is one of the largest precious metal miners listed in London. It’s the world’s largest primary silver producer but also a major gold producer, operating several big mines in Mexico. Therefore, it has benefitted not just from the gold move but also from the similar increase in the silver price.

In a similar way to Hochschild, rising gold prices push up the company’s revenue significantly since Fresnillo sells gold (and silver). As costs remain relatively fixed, higher prices mean higher profit margins. As gold prices have rallied, Fresnillo shares have seen strong gains.

An advantage for Fresnillo is that, due to the existing size and scale it boasts, it can alter production and capacity more easily than smaller companies. Therefore, it could flex its muscles to really take advantage of gold being above $4,000 right now.

A concern is operations in Mexico. It’s known for political and social unrest, which can spill over into business operations. It’s unlikely to go away any time soon, but it needs to be factored in to any investment.

I think both shares stand to do well as gold continues to push on, and think investors can consider both for their portfolios.

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Pan African Resources

First up, we have Pan African Resources (LSE: PAF). This is a mid-tier miner that has operations in Africa and produced 196,527 ounces last financial year (ended 30 June).

What I like about this company is that it has very low operating costs. For its most recent financial year, its ‘all-in sustaining costs’ (AISCs) per ounce of gold were just $1,600. So at current gold prices, its profits are likely to be huge. And if gold keeps going up, the company could make even more money.

I also like the rising dividend. Currently, analysts expect a payout of US 4.5 cents per share for this financial year, more than double the payout last year. That dividend forecast translates to a yield of about 3.7%.

As for the valuation, it remains low. Currently, this stock has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of just eight. Put all this together, and there’s a lot to like here.

Hochschild Mining

Next, we have FTSE 250 company Hochschild Mining (LSE: HOC). It mines gold (and silver) in a range of countries including Argentina, Peru, and Brazil.

Hochschild’s operating costs are a bit higher than those of Pan African Resources. For the first half of 2025, gold AISCs were $1,914 per ounce. At those cost levels, however, the company is still cleaning up. For H1, profit before tax was up 102% year on year to $140m.

One thing I like about this company is its silver exposure. This year, silver prices have actually risen more than gold prices. Note that in H1, Hochschild’s AISC for silver was just $23. That’s far lower than the silver price today (about $48).

Turning to the valuation and dividend, the P/E ratio’s 8.3 and the yield’s 1.7%, (looking at forecasts for 2026). So there’s both value and income on offer.

Caledonia Mining

Finally, check out Caledonia Mining (LSE: CMCL). It’s a smaller producer that operates in Zimbabwe. In the first half of 2025, this company produced around 40,000 ounces of gold. AISC for the period was $1,801.

Looking ahead, this company should be able to make plenty of money with the price of gold near $4,000. Currently, analysts expect the group’s net profit to amount to around $63m this year – roughly 250% higher than the figure posted last year.

At present, this stock trades on a P/E ratio of around 11.7. So it appears to be reasonably valued. The yield’s about 1.5%. So there’s a little bit of income on offer too.

The key to investing in gold stocks

While all these stocks have potential, it’s important to understand risk as there’s a lot that can go wrong. For example, equipment can break down, weather can be poor, staff can go on strike, and governments can impose new restrictive laws. So there’s no guarantee that these shares will be good investments.

I think the key for anyone buying is to size these stocks carefully with small positions. That way, potential gains can be enjoyed without being exposed to excessive risk.

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A cheap gold stock

Surging precious metals prices have swept a wide selection of gold stocks higher in 2025. Hochschild Mining (LSE:HOC) for instance has risen 15% in value since 1 January.

However, the Latin American miner has endured a bumpy ride due to problems at its Mara Rosa mine in Brazil. And last week its shares plummeted after it warned “heavier-than-usual seasonal rainfall and contractor performance issues” would see it miss full-year production targets.

Group production is now tipped at between 291,000 and 319,000 gold equivalent ounces. That’s down from the previously-forecast 350,000-378,000 ounces.

Hochschild’s issues perfectly illustrate the high-risk nature of buying mining stocks. Yet at times like this, it’s also important to remember the potential upside of owning metal producers, and especially during gold bull markets. This includes producer profits that can rise far more sharply than the metal price, reflecting their largely fixed cost bases.

Indeed, even accounting for its first-half production issues, Hochschild’s pre-tax profits rose 32% over the period, outstripping the rise in the gold price.

With the FTSE 250 miner undertaking an extensive operational review to get Mara Rose firing again, now could be a good time to consider opening a position. And especially as its recent share price collapse leaves it on a rock-bottom price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of just 9.9 times.

Building back stronger

It seems that, barring a minor miracle, housebuilder Taylor Wimpey (LSE:TW.) will be relegated to the FTSE 250 when the next quarterly reshuffle comes around.

The company’s dropped 19% in value year to date, making it one of the FTSE 100’s poorest performers. Concerns over the pace of future interest rate cuts (and its impact on homebuyer affordability) is denting investor appetite. It’s also been hit by further heavy remediation costs to fix fire safety issues at existing properties.

These issues remain risks going forwards. Yet I believe, on balance, that Taylor Wimpey’s share price drop represents an attractive entry point for long-term investors to consider. Recent weakness leaves it trading on a forward P/E ratio of 11.8 times. That’s well below the average of 15-16 times since mid-2020.

While the industry recovery has been lumpy, I’m impressed by its resilience despite the tough economic landscape. Zoopla data shows that the recent slowdown in house price growth has stabilised, with average property values up 1.3% in the 12 months to July.

Demand’s being propped up by falling interest rates and an increasingly bloody rate war among mortgage providers, factors that pushed homes sales 5% higher last month.

I think Taylor Wimpey will enjoy a slow recovery that accelerates as Britain’s booming population drives new-build home demand. The Office for National Statistics forecasts England’s population to jump 7.8% in the 10 years to 2032.

Taylor Wimpey’s formidable land bank gives it excellent opportunities to capitalise on this too. With a strong balance sheet, and the government pledging to ease planning restrictions, it has chances to build its bank still further.

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