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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
Ashmore Group PLC A specialist investment manager dedicated exclusively to Emerging Markets. ASHM Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
ASHOKA INDIA EQUITY INVESTMENT TRUST A closed-ended investment trust seeking long-term capital appreciation from Indian equities. AIE Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Ashoka Whiteoak Emerging Markets Trust PLC Investment trust investing in emerging market equities for long-term capital growth. AWEM Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Ashtead Group PLC An international equipment rental company serving North America and the United Kingdom. AHT Rental and leasing of other machinery, equipment and tangible goods United Kingdom
ASHTEAD TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS PLC Provides subsea equipment rental and solutions for the global offshore energy sector. AT Support activities for petroleum and natural gas extraction United Kingdom
ASIA DRAGON TRUST PLC Investment trust seeking long-term capital growth from companies in Asia & Australasia. DGN Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Asimilar Group Plc Investment company focused on Big Data, Machine Learning, Telematics, and IoT. ASLR Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Asos PLC An online fashion and cosmetic retailer targeting young adults. ASOMY Retail sale of other goods, except motor vehicles and motorcycles United Kingdom
ASSETCO PLC Acquires, manages, and develops businesses in asset and wealth management. ASTO Activities of holding companies and financing conduits United Kingdom
ASSOCIATED BRITISH ENGINEERING PLC Holding company in diesel engineering, commodity trading, finance, and investment. ASBE Activities of holding companies and financing conduits United Kingdom
Associated British Foods PLC A diversified international group with operations in food, ingredients, and retail. ABF Manufacture of other food products United Kingdom
Assura PLC A healthcare property REIT that develops, invests in, and manages medical facilities. AGR Real estate activities with own or leased property United Kingdom
Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings PLC Manufacturer of ultra-luxury sports cars and grand tourers. AML Manufacture of motor vehicles United Kingdom
AstraZeneca PLC A global, science-led biopharmaceutical company developing prescription medicines. AZN Manufacture of pharmaceuticals, medicinal chemical and botanical products United Kingdom
ATERIAN PLC Exploration and development company focused on critical and strategic metals in Africa. ATN Mining of non-ferrous metal ores United Kingdom
ATHELNEY TRUST PLC Investment company focused on smaller quoted companies for capital growth and dividends. ATY Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
ATOME PLC International developer of industrial-scale green fertiliser projects. ATOM Manufacture of basic chemicals, fertilizers and nitrogen compounds, plastics and synthetic rubber in primary forms United Kingdom
Atrato Onsite Energy PLC Renewable energy investment firm focused on onsite commercial and industrial solar. ROOF Electric power generation, transmission and distribution activities United Kingdom
Auction Technology Group PLC A technology company operating multiple online marketplaces for curated auctions. ATG Web search portals activities and other information service activities United Kingdom
AUGMENTUM FINTECH PLC A venture capital firm investing in early-stage fintech companies in the UK and Europe. AUGM Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
AUKETT SWANKE GROUP PLC A professional services firm for architecture, masterplanning, and interior design. AUK Architectural and engineering, and related technical consultancy activities United Kingdom
AURA RENEWABLE ACQUISITIONS PLC A holding company acquiring businesses in the global renewable energy sector. ARA Activities of holding companies and financing conduits United Kingdom
AURORA INV TST PLC Closed-end trust investing in undervalued UK companies for long-term capital growth. ARA Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Aurrigo Group Plc Designs and manufactures transport technology for the aviation and automotive sectors. AURR Manufacture of parts and accessories for motor vehicles United Kingdom
AUTINS GROUP PLC Designer and manufacturer of acoustic and thermal management solutions. AUTG Manufacture of plastics products United Kingdom
Auto Trader Group PLC Operates the UK's largest digital automotive marketplace for new and used vehicles. AUTO Web search portals activities and other information service activities United Kingdom
AVACTA GROUP PLC Clinical-stage biotech developing targeted oncology drugs with a proprietary platform. AVCT Manufacture of pharmaceuticals, medicinal chemical and botanical products United Kingdom
AVATION PLC A commercial aircraft leasing company that owns and manages a fleet for global airlines. AVAP Rental and leasing of other machinery, equipment and tangible goods United Kingdom
Avi Global Trust PLC A closed-end trust investing in a global portfolio of undervalued companies. AGT Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
AVI JAPAN OPPORTUNITY TRUST PLC Investment trust focused on undervalued small-cap Japanese equities. AJOT Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
AVINGTRANS PLC Engineering group supplying critical components to the energy and medical sectors. AVG Manufacture of special-purpose machinery United Kingdom
Aviva PLC A diversified insurance, wealth, and retirement company. AV Insurance United Kingdom
AVON PROTECTION PLC Provider of mission-critical personal protection systems for military and first responders. AVON Other manufacturing n.e.c. United Kingdom
Babcock International Group PLC Engineering services firm for critical assets in aerospace, defence, and nuclear. BAB Architectural and engineering, and related technical consultancy activities United Kingdom
BAE Systems PLC Provides advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace, and security solutions. BAESY Manufacture of military fighting vehicles United Kingdom
Baillie Gifford China Growth Trust plc An investment trust seeking long-term capital growth from Chinese companies. BGCG Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
BAILLIE GIFFORD EUROPEAN GROWTH TRUST PLC An investment trust seeking long-term capital growth from Continental European equities. BGEU Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Baillie Gifford Japan Trust PLC Investment trust seeking long-term growth from medium to smaller Japanese companies. BGFD Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
BAILLIE GIFFORD SHIN NIPPON PLC Investment trust seeking long-term growth from a portfolio of small Japanese companies. BGS Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Baillie Gifford UK Growth Trust plc An investment trust targeting long-term capital growth from a portfolio of UK equities. BGUK Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
BAILLIE GIFFORD US GROWTH TRUST PLC An investment trust seeking long-term capital growth from US-based equities. USA Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Bakkavor Group PLC International manufacturer of private label fresh prepared foods for grocery retailers. BAKK Manufacture of other food products United Kingdom
Balfour Beatty PLC An international infrastructure group that finances, develops, builds, and maintains assets. BBY Construction of roads and railways United Kingdom
Baltic Classifieds Group PLC An online classifieds group operating a portfolio of portals across the Baltics. BCG Web search portals activities and other information service activities United Kingdom
BANGO PLC Provides a technology platform for subscription bundling and payment solutions. BGO Computing infrastructure, data processing, hosting and related activities United Kingdom
Barclays PLC A diversified universal bank offering consumer, corporate, and investment banking services. BARC Monetary intermediation United Kingdom
BARINGS EMERGING EMEA OPPORTUNITIES PLC Investment trust seeking capital growth from emerging and frontier markets in EMEA. BEMO Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
BARONSMEAD SECOND VENTURE TRUST PLC A venture capital trust investing in unquoted companies for long-term capital growth. BMD Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
BARONSMEAD VENTURE TRUST PLC A venture capital trust investing in a diversified portfolio of UK growth companies. BVT Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Barr (A.G.) PLC A multi-beverage company that manufactures and distributes a diverse portfolio of brands. BAG Manufacture of beverages United Kingdom