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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
Barratt Developments PLC A major residential property developer building private and affordable housing. BDEV Construction of residential and non-residential buildings United Kingdom
Beacon Rise Holdings PLC An acquisition company focused on the education technology (EdTech) sector. BRS Educational support activities United Kingdom
Beazley PLC A global specialist insurer and reinsurer offering commercial insurance products. BEZ Insurance United Kingdom
BEEKS FINANCIAL CLOUD GROUP PLC A provider of low-latency cloud computing and connectivity for financial markets. BKS Computing infrastructure, data processing, hosting and related activities United Kingdom
BEGBIES TRAYNOR GROUP PLC Consultancy for business recovery, financial advisory, and property services. BEG Accounting, bookkeeping and auditing activities; tax consultancy United Kingdom
Bellevue Healthcare Trust PLC An investment trust investing in a concentrated portfolio of global healthcare equities. BBH Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
BELLUSCURA PLC Develops and commercializes lightweight, portable oxygen concentrators. BELL Manufacture of medical and dental instruments and supplies United Kingdom
Bellway PLC A 5-star housebuilder developing high-quality, sustainable properties for homebuyers. BWY Construction of residential and non-residential buildings United Kingdom
Benchmark Holdings Plc Aquaculture biotechnology firm providing genetics, nutrition, and health solutions. BMK Support activities for fishing and aquaculture United Kingdom
Berkeley Group Holdings PLC A property developer focused on residential-led urban regeneration in Southern England. BKG Construction of residential and non-residential buildings United Kingdom
Best of the Best PLC Runs online, skill-based prize competitions for cars, cash, and luxury goods. BOTB Gambling and betting activities United Kingdom
BEZANT RESOURCES PLC A natural resources exploration and development company focused on copper and gold. BZT Mining of non-ferrous metal ores United Kingdom
BIGBLU BROADBAND PLC Provider of satellite and wireless broadband for unserved/underserved areas. BBB Wired, wireless, and satellite telecommunication activities United Kingdom
BIG Technologies PLC Developer and provider of a technology platform for remote monitoring of individuals. BIG Computer programming activities United Kingdom
Big Yellow Group PLC A real estate investment trust that acquires and manages self-storage facilities. BYG Real estate activities with own or leased property United Kingdom
BILLINGTON HOLDINGS PLC A group specializing in structural steel design, fabrication, and installation. BILN Other specialized construction activities United Kingdom
BIOME TECHNOLOGIES PLC Develops plant-based bioplastics and advanced radio frequency (RF) systems. BIOM Manufacture of basic chemicals, fertilizers and nitrogen compounds, plastics and synthetic rubber in primary forms United Kingdom
BIOPHARMA CREDIT PLC A specialist investment trust providing debt capital to the life sciences industry. BPCR Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
BIOTECH GROWTH TRUST (THE) PLC Investment company with a global portfolio of biotech and life sciences securities. BIOG Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
BIOVENTIX PLC Develops and supplies sheep monoclonal antibodies for clinical diagnostic platforms. BVXP Manufacture of pharmaceuticals, medicinal chemical and botanical products United Kingdom
BISICHI PLC An investment company with primary interests in coal mining and property management. BISI Mining of hard coal United Kingdom
BLACKBIRD PLC Develops a cloud platform for professional, browser-based video editing. BIRD Computer programming activities United Kingdom
BLACKFINCH SPRING VCT PLC A venture capital trust investing in a portfolio of technology-enabled companies. BFSP Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Blackrock Energy & Resources Income Trust PLC An investment trust investing in energy, mining, and energy transition for income and growth. BERI Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
BlackRock Frontiers Investment Trust PLC An investment trust achieving long-term capital growth from frontier markets. BRFI Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Blackrock Greater Europe Investment Trust PLC Investment trust seeking capital growth from a portfolio of European (ex-UK) companies. BRGE Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Blackrock Income and Growth Investment Trust PLC Investment trust seeking income and capital growth from UK-listed equities. BRIG Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Blackrock Latin American Investment Trust PLC Investment trust seeking capital growth by investing in Latin American securities. BRLA Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Blackrock Smaller Companies Investment Trust PLC Investment trust seeking long-term capital growth from smaller UK quoted companies. BRSC Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Blackrock Sustainable American Income Trust PLC An investment trust seeking income and capital growth from sustainable US equities. BRAI Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Blackrock Throgmorton Investment Trust PLC Investment trust investing in a portfolio of small and mid-capitalization companies. THRG Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Blackrock World Mining Trust PLC An investment trust providing diversified investment in mining and metal assets worldwide. BRWM Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Blencowe Resources PLC Mineral exploration firm advancing a Ugandan graphite project for the battery market. BRES Mining and quarrying n.e.c. United Kingdom
BLOCK ENERGY PLC Energy company exploring, developing, and producing oil, gas, and CCS opportunities. BLOE Extraction of crude petroleum United Kingdom
BLOOMSBURY PUBLISHING PLC A global independent publisher of fiction, non-fiction, academic, and professional works. BMY Publishing of books, newspapers, periodicals and other publishing activities United Kingdom
Blue Planet Financials Growth and Income Investment Trust PLC An investment trust providing capital growth and income from the financial services sector. BPFU Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
BLUE STAR CAPITAL PLC An investment company specializing in blockchain, DeFi, and digital payments. BLU Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
Bodycote PLC A global provider of thermal processing services for various industrial sectors. BOY Manufacture of other fabricated metal products; metalworking service activities United Kingdom
BOOT (HENRY) PLC A group engaged in land promotion, property development, home building, and construction. BOOT Construction of residential and non-residential buildings United Kingdom
BORDERS & SOUTHERN PETROLEUM PLC Oil and gas exploration company with a gas condensate discovery in the Falkland Islands. BOR Extraction of natural gas United Kingdom
BOSTON INTERNATIONAL HOLDINGS PLC A SPAC focused on acquiring businesses within the foreign exchange (FX) sector. BIH Activities of holding companies and financing conduits United Kingdom
BOTSWANA DIAMONDS PLC A diamond exploration and project development company focused on Africa. BOD Mining and quarrying n.e.c. United Kingdom
B.P. MARSH & PARTNERS PLC Private equity firm investing in financial services, focusing on insurance intermediaries. BPM Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
BP PLC An integrated energy company with global operations in oil, gas, and low-carbon energy. BP Extraction of crude petroleum United Kingdom
BRAEMAR PLC Advisory firm providing shipbroking services to the shipping and energy industries. BAR Other professional, scientific and technical activities n.e.c. United Kingdom
BRAIME GROUP PLC Manufactures metal presswork and distributes bulk material handling components. BMT Manufacture of other fabricated metal products; metalworking service activities United Kingdom
BRAND ARCHITEKTS GROUP PLC Develops, owns, and markets a portfolio of challenger beauty brands. BAR Manufacture of other chemical products United Kingdom
BRAVE BISON GROUP PLC A media, marketing, and technology company providing integrated digital services. BBSN Advertising activities United Kingdom
BRAVEHEART INVESTMENT GROUP PLC A private equity and venture capital firm focused on technology sector investments. BRH Activities of trusts, funds and similar financial entities United Kingdom
BRICKABILITY GROUP PLC A leading distributor of specialist products and services to the construction industry. BRCK Other specialized wholesale United Kingdom