Morten Stundstoe News

Oslo Companies Are Ripe For Picking

Many Norwegian companies remain under-priced and are likely targets for foreign predators, analysts said. Despite gains in the Total index to peaks this week at around 1,300 points -- the highest so far this year -- analysts said Norwegian companies remain cheap and are natural prey for foreign bidders. "There are still crown jewels on the Oslo bourse, especially in the industrial sector," said Morten Stundstoe, chief analyst in Fondspartner. "The Oslo bourse is 10 to 15 percent under the level we believe is fair value," said another analyst. Foreign interest in Norwegian firms has picked up recently. Last Monday, Swedish constructor NCC launched a bid for Selmer.