How have the original AIM stocks performed over 30 years?

As AIM celebrates its 30th anniversary this month, we take a look at the original AIM stocks – and how they have performed. Which company has posted a 6,331% return, and which one has fallen 99%?

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AIM, which stands for Alternative Investment Market, celebrates its 30th anniversary on 19 June this year, after launching in 1995.

Back then, there were just 10 companies listed on AIM, with a combined valuation of £82 million.

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Companies that joined AIM during its first six months in 1995 and are still on AIM today

Row 0 - Cell 1

Company

Total return

Wynnstay Properties

6,331%

NWF

920%

IG Design (called International Greetings when AIM was created)

121%

Eco Animal Health (previously called Lawrence)

80%

Journeo (previously called Toad)

-75%

Westmount Energy

-77%

Proteome Sciences (previously called Electrophoretics International)

-98%

Bezant Resources (previously called Voss Net)

-99%

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