Swiss stocks - Factors to watch on August 7
Swiss stocks - Factors to watch on August 7 ZURICH/GDANSK, Aug 7 (Reuters) - Here are some of the main factors that may affect Swiss stocks on Friday:
CONGO EXPORT BAN
Copper rose on Friday to linger near a six-month high, after the Democratic Republic of Congo's ban on copper and cobalt concentrate exports raised supply concerns.
COMPANY STATEMENTS
AVOLTA AG AVOL.S
Retailer Avolta has acquired a majority stake in Penha Duty Free Group, the Swiss company said.
MOBIMO MOBN.S
The real estate firm reported half-year profit of CHF 126.8 million, saying the outlook for the current year remains positive.
ANALYSTS' VIEWS
HOLCIM AG HOLN.S - JP Morgan raises target price to CHF 87 from CHF 84
ECONOMY
Swiss Q3 consumer confidence due at 0700 GMT.
Swiss July Forex reserves due at 0700 GMT.
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