UK doubles down on reviving London IPOs

The British market watchdog last week suggested doing away with the distinction between premium and standard listings, to create a single category instead for companies seeking a London IPO.

LONDON: The United Kingdom is doubling down on efforts to boost listing activity as London initial public offerings (IPOs) sink to levels not seen since the global financial crisis.

The British market watchdog last week suggested doing away with the distinction between premium and standard listings, to create a single category instead for companies seeking a London IPO.