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Going Public
Companies like Royal Mail, Saga and the AA have recently listed their shares on the stock market. But why do firms want to float, and how must they adapt to becoming a plc?
Companies like Royal Mail, Saga and the AA have recently listed their shares on the stock market. It gives them access to plenty of money to help them grow, but also means they're subject to public scrutiny. Evan Davis and guests discuss why firms decide to float and how they must adapt to becoming a plc.
Guests:
Martin Clarke, CFO, the AA;
Dan Wagner, CEO, Powa Technologies;
Gillian Karran-Cumberlege, Co-Founder, Fidelio Partners.
Producer: Sally Abrahams.
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Sat 17 Oct 201517:30
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