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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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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.
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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...
Read Full Article →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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