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Barclays and Aquis launch ‘IPO academy’ in bid to revive small-cap listings

Aquis has teamed up with Barclays to launch an “IPO academy” in a bid to turn around the dwindling number of small-cap listings in the UK, City AM can reveal. The academy, which is the only programme of its kind run by an exchange in the UK, is intended as an investment in entrepreneurs and [...]

Mar 11, 2026 &03141111202631; 05:14 UTC www.cityam.com Trending 3/5

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Positive for markets

Sentiment score: +65/100

Moderate impact Medium-term (weeks)

WHAT THIS MEANS

Barclays and Aquis Exchange have launched an 'IPO academy' program designed to revitalize small-cap listings in the UK market, addressing the declining trend of new listings. This initiative represents a collaborative effort to support entrepreneurs and improve capital market accessibility for smaller companies.

AI CONFIDENCE

72% High

SENTIMENT GAUGE

NEWS POWER SCORE

AFFECTED ASSETS

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Barclays

BARC.LStock

Expected to rise

Barclays benefits from increased IPO pipeline and advisory fee opportunities through academy participation

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AQX.L

AQX.LStock

Expected to rise

Aquis Exchange gains from increased listing activity and market relevance as primary exchange partner

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FTSE 100 (London)

^FTSEIndex

Expected to rise

UK small-cap revival could boost overall market sentiment and listing volumes on London exchanges

PRICE HISTORY

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⚡ SUGGESTED ACTION

Monitor Barclays and Aquis for increased advisory activity and listing announcements. Long-term positive for UK financial services sector; consider positions in investment banking-exposed equities as IPO academy gains traction.

KEY SIGNALS

Structural support for UK capital marketsIncreased IPO pipeline potentialEnhanced advisory revenue opportunitiesMarket revitalization initiative

SECTORS INVOLVED

Financial ServicesCapital MarketsInvestment Banking

Analysis generated on Mar 11, 2026 at 05:18 UTC

Disclaimer: This analysis is generated by artificial intelligence for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, investment recommendation, or solicitation. Original reporting by City AM. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Barclays and Aquis launch ‘IPO academy’ in bid to revive small-cap listings

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