An IPO sees a company open itself to the scrutiny of thousands of investors. A strong governance structure is essential to minimise risks.

EQ poll reveals 18% of all UK/US retail shareholders are Generation Z—and 80% of them factor ESG issues into their financial decision-making.

Despite City enthusiasm for dual-class shares, corporate governance is largely unworkable without equal treatment for all shareholders.

Those opposed to dual-class shares for premium listed companies are likely to argue against the stocks’ inclusion in UK mainstream indexes.

The European Commission has a new president and is working on its strategic agenda. What should be the new administration’s priorities?

Uber’s 2019 deadline to undertake an IPO is on the cards, after a three-year wait to appoint a CFO is complete.

The Hong Kong Stock Exchange has proposed allowing widely criticised dual class shares in changes to listing rules aimed at attracting China’s big tech companies.

Cheap debt and institutional investors looking for higher-yield investments has led to a glut of takeover deals, rivalling the value of European IPOs in recent months.

The US index will exclude new IPOs from their indices, where companies fail to offer investors voting rights. The move follows FTSE Russell’s decision to limit access after the controversial Snap IPO.

Laws and regulation from around the globe, from corporate governance in the Philippines and Malaysia, to Brexit principles and anti-money laundering obligations in Europe.