Data from the latest IPO Watch shows that London was the most active exchange for company flotations in the first quarter of the year, accounting for almost half of the total raised in European initial public offerings (IPOs).
About £1.8 billion was raised by companies coming to London in the first quarter, the same amount raised in the first quarter of 2016. The Europe-wide total raised approximately £3.8 billion, leaving London to top the tables as the "premier exchange", despite the uncertainty caused by the UK formally starting the Brexit process.
A spokesperson for the report says: "Issuers will continue to be attracted to London by the liquidity of the financial markets, the depth and breadth of the investor base and the regulatory and business framework."
At Beavis Morgan, we have acted on significant number of M&A deals for SME and owner-managed businesses. We too are entrepreneurs and have done deals as principals and as advisers to clients. We know our way around from both sides – our strong corporate finance and advisory offering, as well as our understanding of priorities for all stakeholders in the often challenging sale process, positions us well to assist in both the buying and selling of businesses.
For further information about how we can help you achieve your ambitions for your business, contact Paul Ashton or your usual Beavis Morgan Partner.