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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...
Read Full Article →Schroders steps back from City lobbying taskforce
Schroders’ withdrawal from the City taskforce may affect collaborative efforts aimed at enhancing investment opportunities and expanding the financial sector within London’s capita...
Read Full Article →Schroders steps back from London Stock Exchange-led City taskforce
Schroders' withdrawal from the financial sector group may impact collaboration efforts, although its chair's position on the stock exchange's parent board maintains the firm’s stra...
Read Full Article →Drugmaker Indivior to abandon London listing amid exodus of companies
Indivior’s decision to remove its listing from the London Stock Exchange reflects ongoing challenges for the market, potentially impacting investor confidence and the exchange’s gl...
Read Full Article →Invidior: Drug maker ditches London for US
Invidior's decision to shift its main listing to the US highlights concerns over market liquidity, shareholder distribution, and regulatory complexities, potentially influencing in...
Read Full Article →Schroders chair Corley to join board of London Stock Exchange-owner
Dame Elizabeth Corley’s appointment to the London Stock Exchange Group’s board could influence strategic decisions affecting the company’s financial performance and future market p...
Read Full Article →London vs New York: Who will win the fintech IPO war?
Efforts to attract fintech companies to list shares indicate a strategic push to enhance market activity and investment opportunities, potentially impacting the financial growth an...
Read Full Article →Analysts look to follow-on funding for London Stock Exchange IPO revival
Despite a decline in initial public offerings, the London Stock Exchange remains a key player in Europe by generating substantial capital through additional fundraising rounds afte...
Read Full Article →iForex confirms London listing plans and adds City veteran to board
The announcement of iForex’s upcoming debut on the London Stock Exchange marks a significant step toward increased market visibility and potential capital growth through public inv...
Read Full Article →Cash Isas: ministers sound out City bosses on cutting £20,000 tax-free allowance
Reducing the current £20,000 exemption on tax-free savings could influence investment patterns and impact the performance of domestic equities, while eliciting mixed reactions from...
Read Full Article →Exclusive: First AIM VCT in 18 years launches on London Stock Exchange
A newly introduced venture capital trust targeting AIM-listed companies offers investors an alternative route to engage with emerging technologies through early-stage investments o...
Read Full Article →London-listed crypto firm Vinanz secures $4m backing for US Bitcoin push and dual listing plans
Vinanz, a company involved in Bitcoin mining and trading, obtained $4 million in funding to support its expansion into the American market and explore the possibility of being list...
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