Shares in neuroscience analytics firm IXICO PLC (LSE:IXI, OTC

HYOF) rose 11% on Tuesday after the company said it was well placed to meet or exceed full-year expectations, citing stronger trading, new contract wins and disciplined execution of its strategy. In a note published the same day, Cavendish Securities reiterated its 'buy' rating and set a 24p price target, more than double IXICO's current share price of 10p.