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London Stock Exchange.

· 1,646 listed

About London Stock Exchange

The London Stock Exchange (LSE) is one of the world's oldest and largest stock exchanges. Located in the heart of London, United Kingdom, it serves as a global hub for trading and investment activities, attracting companies and investors from around the world.

The London Stock Exchange offers a diverse range of financial instruments for trading, including equities, bonds, derivatives, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and other securities. It provides a platform for companies to list their securities and raise capital from domestic and international investors, facilitating business growth, mergers and acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives. Simultaneously, it offers investors opportunities to buy and sell these securities, aiming to generate returns through capital appreciation, dividend income, and various investment strategies.

As a regulated exchange, the London Stock Exchange operates under the supervision and regulation of the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

Exchange details

Currency
Pound Sterling (GBP)
Listed companies
1,646
Founded
1801-12-30
City
Trading hours
Monday through Friday, 08:00 am - 04:30 pm
Owner
London Stock Exchange Group plc

Listed companies

1,646 companies
Company Ticker Industry Country
Bridgepoint Group PLC A private asset investor in private equity, infrastructure, and private credit. BPT Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
BRIGHTON PIER GROUP PLC (THE) Operates a pier, indoor mini-golf courses, and a family adventure park. PIER Amusement and recreation activities United Kingdom
BRISTOL WATER PLC Supplies drinking water to 1.2 million people in the Bristol region. BWRA Water collection, treatment and supply United Kingdom
BRITISH & AMERICAN INVESTMENT TRUST PLC A self-managed investment trust investing in other trusts and public companies. BAF Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
British American Tobacco PLC A global consumer goods company providing tobacco and nicotine products to adults. BATS Manufacture of tobacco products United Kingdom
British Land Co PLC A REIT that develops and manages a portfolio of commercial real estate. BLND Real estate activities with own or leased property United Kingdom
BRITISH SMALLER COMPANIES VCT2 PLC A venture capital trust investing in a diversified portfolio of high-growth businesses. BSC Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
BRITISH SMALLER COMPANIES VCT PLC A venture capital trust investing in a portfolio of smaller, high-growth UK businesses. BSV Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Britvic PLC A manufacturer of soft drinks with a portfolio of owned and licensed beverage brands. BVIC Manufacture of beverages United Kingdom
BROOKS MACDONALD GROUP PLC A wealth management firm providing personalized investment and financial planning services. BRK Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
BROWN ADVISORY US SMALLER CO'S PLC Investment trust seeking capital growth from smaller and medium-sized US companies. BASC Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
BROWN (N) GROUP PLC Digital retail platform for clothing, footwear, and homeware, offering financial services. BWNG Non-specialized retail sale United Kingdom
BRUNNER INV TST PLC A global equity investment trust seeking long-term capital and dividend growth. BUT Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
BSF ENTERPRISE PLC Develops cell-based solutions for cultivated meat, leather, and corneal repair. BSFA Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering United Kingdom
BT Group PLC A provider of telecommunications, network, and managed IT services in the UK. BT Wired, wireless, and satellite telecommunication activities United Kingdom
Bunzl PLC International distribution and services group for non-food consumable products. BNZL Non-specialized wholesale trade United Kingdom
Burberry Group PLC A global luxury brand with a British heritage, known for its iconic outerwear. BRBY Manufacture of wearing apparel, except fur apparel United Kingdom
Bytes Technology Group PLC A value-added IT reseller of software, security, and cloud services. BYIT Computer consultancy and computer facilities management activities United Kingdom
CAB Payments Holdings PLC Provider of B2B cross-border payments and FX for hard-to-reach markets. CABP Other financial service activities, except insurance and pension funding activities United Kingdom
CADENCE MINERALS PLC Invests in and develops mineral assets for the sustainable technology sector. KDNC Mining of iron ores United Kingdom
CADOGAN ENERGY SOLUTIONS PLC Diversified energy company in oil & gas, gas trading, services, and power generation. CAD Extraction of crude petroleum United Kingdom
CAERUS MINERAL RESOURCES PLC Exploration and development of critical mineral projects for the clean energy transition. CMRS Mining of non-ferrous metal ores United Kingdom
CAFFYNS PLC Motor vehicle retailer in southeast England selling new/used cars and aftersales services. CFYN Retail sale of motor vehicles, motorcycles and related parts and accessories United Kingdom
CAKE BOX HOLDINGS PLC A franchise retailer of 100% egg-free fresh cream celebration cakes. CBOX Restaurants and mobile food service activities United Kingdom
CALCULUS VCT PLC A venture capital trust investing in a diversified portfolio of high-growth companies. CLC Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Caledonia Investments PLC A self-managed investment trust managing a diversified portfolio of assets. CLDN Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
CALEDONIAN TRUST PLC A conservatively-managed property investment and development company. CNN Real estate activities with own or leased property United Kingdom
CALNEX SOLUTIONS PLC Designs and produces test solutions for network synchronization and network emulation. CLX Manufacture of measuring, testing, navigating and control equipment; watches and clocks United Kingdom
CAMBRIDGE COGNITION HOLDINGS PLC Develops digital solutions and a platform for CNS clinical trials to assess brain health. COG Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering United Kingdom
CAMBRIDGE NUTRITIONAL SCIENCES PLC Develops and manufactures diagnostic tests for food sensitivity and gut health. CNSL Manufacture of pharmaceuticals, medicinal chemical and botanical products United Kingdom
CAMELLIA PLC A holding company managing a global portfolio of agricultural businesses. CAM Growing of perennial crops United Kingdom
Capital Gearing Trust PLC Preserves and grows real wealth via a risk-managed, diversified global portfolio. CGT Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
CAPITAL METALS PLC A mineral resource company developing high-grade mineral sands for international markets. CMET Mining and quarrying n.e.c. United Kingdom
CAPITAL & REGIONAL PLC A real estate investment trust that owns and manages community shopping centers. CAL Real estate activities with own or leased property United Kingdom
Capita PLC A consulting and digital services firm specializing in business process outsourcing. CPI Computer consultancy and computer facilities management activities United Kingdom
CAPRICORN ENERGY PLC Independent energy company exploring and producing oil and gas from onshore Egyptian assets. CNE Extraction of crude petroleum United Kingdom
CARACAL GOLD PLC East Africa-focused gold exploration, development, and production company. GCAT Mining of non-ferrous metal ores United Kingdom
CARCLO PLC Manufactures precision injection-molded plastic parts for advanced technology sectors. CAR Manufacture of optical instruments and photographic equipment United Kingdom
CARD FACTORY PLC Specialist retailer of greeting cards, gifts, and celebration essentials. CARD Retail sale of cultural and recreational goods United Kingdom
CARDIFF PROPERTY PLC A property investment and development company focused on the Thames Valley region. CDFF Real estate activities with own or leased property United Kingdom
Carnival PLC A global cruise company operating over 90 ships to more than 800 destinations. CCL Sea and coastal water transport United Kingdom
CARR'S GROUP PLC An international specialist in nutritional supplements for pasture-based livestock. CARR Manufacture of prepared animal feeds United Kingdom
CASPIAN SUNRISE PLC An oil and gas exploration and production company focused on Central Asia. CASP Extraction of crude petroleum United Kingdom
CASTINGS PLC An iron casting and machining group serving the automotive and industrial sectors. CGS Casting of metals United Kingdom
Castlebar Capital LLP A European-focused, event-driven alternative investment management firm. Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
CATALYST MEDIA GROUP PLC A holding company managing investments in the sports and betting industries. CMX Web search portals activities and other information service activities United Kingdom
CATENAI PLC A digital media and technology services provider for government and commercial clients. CTAI Computer programming activities United Kingdom
CAVENDISH FINANCIAL PLC An investment bank providing M&A advisory and capital solutions to growth companies. CAV Other financial service activities, except insurance and pension funding activities United Kingdom
CC JAPAN INCOME & GROWTH TRUST PLC An investment trust seeking income and growth from a portfolio of Japanese equities. CCJI Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
CELADON PHARMACEUTICALS PLC Researches, cultivates, and manufactures cannabinoid-based medicines for chronic pain. CEL Manufacture of pharmaceuticals, medicinal chemical and botanical products United Kingdom