Broker Jefferies counters that while the background may have changed for the worse, Premier is a company that has changed for the better and can handle the new environment. The US broker initiated coverage of the stock with a 90p price target, a 50% uplift on the market price, and 'buy' rating ahead of Thursday's interim figures. Also in the calendar is Barclays ' ( LON:BARC ) annual general meeting (AGM) so expect headlines about its controversial remuneration scheme for bosses. Significant announcements expected: Interims: Unilever, AstraZeneca, Premier Foods, African Barrick Gold ( LON:ABG ). Final results: Trap Oil ( LON:TRAP ).