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City A.M. • Jul 02, 2025

Losing AstraZeneca would be more than a bitter pill for the City – it could be fatal

The potential departure of AstraZeneca from the London Stock Exchange poses a serious financial threat, highlighting the need for government reforms to maintain the market’s compet...

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City A.M. • Jul 01, 2025

Stock markets shrinking: where could investors turn for growth?

With a significant reduction in publicly traded companies, investors are increasingly exploring private market opportunities, which now allow for smaller, more accessible investmen...

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City A.M. • Jun 29, 2025

Ex LSEG boss slams London stock market ‘gimmicks’

Xavier Rolet, former head of LSEG, criticized UK market regulators for prioritizing short-term solutions over sustainable improvements, highlighting concerns about the long-term fi...

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City A.M. • Jun 28, 2025

LSE boss calls for long-term campaign to get Brits investing again

The leader of the London Stock Exchange emphasized the importance of initiating a sustained effort to boost public participation in UK investments, aiming to support the market’s e...

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City A.M. • Jun 27, 2025

Cavendish chiefs: Markets need tax incentive to turn heads

Leaders at Cavendish emphasize that implementing favorable tax measures could enhance market activity and support listing growth, especially during the current downturn in mergers...

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The Guardian – Business • Jun 26, 2025

Norway’s €19bn software company Visma picks London for IPO

The potential public offering of this major Norwegian software firm in London could strengthen the city’s financial markets by attracting significant investment following recent de...

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City A.M. • Jun 25, 2025

Boardroom Uncovered: Can Motorway change how the UK views used cars?

Tom Leathes discussed the potential impact of Motorway’s public listing on the London Stock Exchange, highlighting how this move could influence investor perception and market dyna...

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City A.M. • Jun 19, 2025

Blow to London Stock Exchange as Scottish Widows plots huge selloff

A major UK pension fund managing substantial assets plans to significantly reduce its investment in domestic stocks, potentially impacting market liquidity and investor confidence.

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City A.M. • Jun 19, 2025

London Stock Exchange Group: happy birthday AIM!

AIM has played a crucial role in supporting company growth and contributing to the UK economy by providing a platform that fosters investment opportunities and long-term financial...

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City A.M. • Jun 19, 2025

Three Decades of AIM: celebrating growth, jobs and Opportunity

Over the past 30 years, AIM has played a crucial role in enabling thousands of companies to secure substantial funding, contributing to economic development and the creation of num...

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City A.M. • Jun 18, 2025

The London Stock Exchange has a Martin Lewis-shaped hole

The increasing trust in Martin Lewis as a financial advisor reflects a shift in consumer behavior that could influence investment patterns and economic decision-making across the U...

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The Guardian – Business • Jun 16, 2025

Metro Bank shares surge on talk of private equity takeover

The possibility of a private equity acquisition has significantly increased Metro Bank’s stock value, raising questions about future operational changes and stability for its emplo...

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City A.M. • Jun 14, 2025

Metro Bank receives private equity-backed takeover interest

Private equity interest in Metro Bank indicates potential changes in ownership that might impact its market valuation and could result in the company being delisted from public tra...

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Sky News Money • Jun 14, 2025

High street lender Metro Bank receives takeover approach

Metro Bank’s potential acquisition by private equity investors may result in its delisting from the London Stock Exchange, impacting shareholder value and market dynamics within th...

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City A.M. • Jun 12, 2025

Dignity: Funerals giant returns to profit after ditching London and shedding hundreds of jobs

After selling to private investors and reducing its workforce significantly, Dignity experienced a financial turnaround by achieving profitability in its first complete year follow...

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City A.M. • Jun 12, 2025

Wincanton: Losses double as GXO takeover decision drags on

Wincanton reported a significant increase in pre-tax losses, totaling £44.9 million for the year ending March 2024, as uncertainty surrounding a potential acquisition by GXO contin...

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City A.M. • Jun 12, 2025

Bargain Britain: UK firms under siege by foreign takeovers

Recent acquisitions by international investors and private equity groups have significantly impacted UK financial markets, reflecting increased foreign influence over domestic comp...

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City A.M. • Jun 11, 2025

Spending Review: Reeves piles billions into tech as firms cool on UK

The government significantly increased investment in research and development to support technological progress, despite recent withdrawals of several technology companies from the...

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City A.M. • Jun 11, 2025

Private equity giant KKR returns with final bid for Assura

The £1.7 billion all-cash acquisition of Assura by investment firms KKR and Stonepeak highlights a significant transfer of ownership away from public markets, impacting the London...

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City A.M. • Jun 11, 2025

Canadian giant swoops for London-listed Ricardo

The acquisition of the London-based engineering company by a major Canadian consultancy for £281 million highlights a significant foreign investment impacting the valuation and own...

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City A.M. • Jun 11, 2025

Rolls-Royce shares are champion of FTSE 100, analysts say

The substantial increase in Rolls-Royce’s stock value this year highlights its strong market performance, significantly contributing to investor confidence and influencing the over...

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Euronews Business • Jun 09, 2025

Chip designer Alphawave sees stock soar on Qualcomm takeover agreement

The purchase of the British chip company by an American corporation highlights ongoing challenges for the London market while significantly increasing Alphawave’s valuation and inv...

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The Guardian – Business • Jun 09, 2025

UK chip designer Alphawave agrees to $2.4bn takeover by US rival Qualcomm

The acquisition of the British semiconductor firm by a major American corporation for $2.4 billion highlights ongoing challenges faced by the London Stock Exchange in retaining key...

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City A.M. • Jun 09, 2025

Thameslink operator slumps into the red ahead of Elizabeth Line takeover

The company managing key rail services experienced a significant pre-tax loss in 2024, reversing from previous profits, as it prepares to assume control of a major new transit rout...

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City A.M. • Jun 09, 2025

Alphawave reaches deal on Qualcomm takeover

The agreement for Qualcomm to acquire Alphawave highlights a major transaction in the semiconductor industry, signaling significant investment shifts and potential market changes w...

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City A.M. • Jun 06, 2025

A Wise storm has rocked the London Stock Exchange’s fintech dream

The decision by a major fintech company to prioritize a US listing over London has raised concerns about the prospects for revitalizing the UK’s financial technology sector and cap...

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City A.M. • Jun 05, 2025

Wickes jumps up to FTSE 250 as National Express owner axed

Wickes' recent stock price increase has resulted in its inclusion in the FTSE 250 index, reflecting a shift in market rankings that has led to other companies being removed from th...

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CNBC Business • Jun 05, 2025

British fintech Wise to move primary listing to the U.S. in blow to London stock exchange

Relocating its main stock market listing to the United States could enhance Wise's access to American investors and potentially increase its capital-raising opportunities while mai...

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City A.M. • Jun 05, 2025

Double blow to London as Cobalt Holdings abandons IPO

Cobalt Holdings' decision to cancel its $230 million stock launch in London adds to recent challenges for the UK financial markets, following the departure of Wise to the United St...

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City A.M. • Jun 05, 2025

UK fintech Wise ditches London primary listing for US

By shifting its primary stock exchange to the United States while maintaining a secondary presence in the UK, Wise aims to access larger capital markets and enhance investor divers...

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