London Stock Exchange commits to Refinitiv deal and posts strong results April 21, 2020 London Stock Exchange has said it is making “good progress” on its planning for the $27bn (£22bn) takeover of Refinitiv, emphasising that it is still committed to the deal despite the coronavirus pandemic. In its first quarter results, LSE said its gross profit rose 13 per cent to £555m. Its total revenue rose 10 per [...]
Smurfit Kappa looks to ditch London as it plots merger with US rival West Rock September 7, 2023 Irish packaging giant Smurfit Kappa has confirmed it is in advanced discussions to merge with US rival West Rock.
AIM delistings jump 62 per cent as London’s small cap market suffers April 22, 2024 The number of companies delisting from London's Alternative Investment Market (AIM) has soared past pandemic-era highs.
Liontrust braced for rebellion as bosses face shareholders after GAM debacle September 19, 2023 Fund manager Liontrust is braced for a potential revolt over the paypacket of its bosses this week as it faces a fractious meeting with shareholders following its collapsed takeover of GAM.
GSK ‘unequivocally’ committed to London listing, boss says June 21, 2024 Pharmaceuticals giant GSK has said it is "unequivocally” committed to its London listing in a soothing sign for the City after a flood of exits from the market this year.
Digital health firm explores London listing amid surge in demand for weight-loss jabs June 24, 2024 Digital health business Reset Health is mulling a potential listing on London's stock market as it looks to pounce on the boom in demand for weight-loss jabs.
Bioscope: Cambridge biotech gold extractor firm eyes IPO May 29, 2024 Bioscope Technologies, which uses micro-organisms to draw out gold and precious metals, currently has a £12.8m turnover.
Silver-haired specialist Saga scope out sale of stake in cruise business January 26, 2024 Over 50s specialist Saga is mulling the sale of its cruise and operation to “optimise” the division as it struggles under a hefty pile of debt.
Superdry shares suspended after audit delays August 30, 2023 Fashion business Superdry has had its shares suspended after delays to publishing its latest financial results.
De La Rue: ‘Welsh Wizard’ investor hoping to cast spell over banknote maker’s shares April 16, 2024 An investor known as the 'Welsh Wizard' in City of London circles has increased his stake in De La Rue, the company that makes UK passports and banknotes.