Crowdcube & LSE Team Up to Open Private Markets to Individual Investors
Crowdcube and the London Stock Exchange have joined forces to democratise investing. The partnership opens the UK's Private Securities Market to individual investors, previously a realm reserved for institutions.
The alliance enables late-stage companies to sell shares via Crowdcube's platform, listing them on the London Stock Exchange's new Private Securities Market. This provides investors with increased access and choice in an asset class once restricted.
Companies benefit too. They can boost their shareholder base, reward employees, and engage customers as stakeholders. The partnership aims to make the UK a more enticing place for private companies to grow and attract investment.
Previously, many private companies stayed private longer, raising multiple late-stage rounds before going public. This limited investment opportunities for individuals. Now, thanks to this partnership, investors can access these companies before an IPO.
The Crowdcube and London Stock Exchange partnership opens new avenues for both investors and companies. It broadens investment opportunities, fosters growth, and makes the UK more appealing for private companies to scale.
