To reignite confidence in our public markets, we need domestic reforms that increase liquidity, foster investor confidence, and provide more avenues for capital flow, says Alastair King

As Lord Mayor I have the privilege of traveling the world promoting London as a global financial powerhouse. Liberalised trade opens doors for stronger partnerships, smoother business, and gives the UK a competitive edge on the global stage. The resumption of UK-India free trade talks marks a significant step forward. In 2024, UK-India trade was worth £42bn and supported over 600,000 jobs. This is just the beginning – there is so much more to unlock.

There is another key area of economic policy that requires our urgent attention: the state of the UK’s public markets. London remains home to the second largest equity capital market in any free-market economy. Despite the encouraging fact that two-thirds of UK CEOs believe the value of a London listing has increased, we face a tougher market reality.

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