UK's Wise to move primary listing to US in latest blow for London
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jun 05 2025
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Source: Reuters
Wise's Move to the U.S.: Money transfer company Wise plans to relocate its primary listing from London to the U.S., citing the need for access to deeper and more liquid capital markets, which led to an 8% increase in its share value.
Impact on the UK Market: This decision reflects ongoing challenges for the London stock market, as several companies have opted for listings elsewhere, despite efforts by the UK government to enhance its attractiveness for initial public offerings.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
