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Deliveroo has hit the market – but it’s not getting the warmest welcome
Analysis Food delivery company Deliveroo made its debut on the stockmarket this morning. But with the share price sliding by 30% straight away, it’s not made the best of starts. Saloni Sardana explains why investors aren’t keen.
By Saloni Sardana Published
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Deliveroo IPO could cause indigestion for investors
News Is a firm that has failed to turn a profit – even during the lockdown takeaway boom – worth investing in?
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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Why the Deliveroo IPO is good for shareholder democracy
Opinion Deliveroo’s stockmarket listing isn’t perfect, but at least ordinary investors can get a slice of the action. There’s been far too little of that lately, says Merryn Somerset Webb.
By Merryn Somerset Webb Published
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What's behind the collapse of Greensill Capital, and why does it matter?
Briefings A financial company involved in opaque products that repackaged loans has gone into administration. Is there a bigger systemic risk here?
By Simon Wilson Published
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Loss-making Deliveroo needs extra sauce to tempt investors
News Deliveroo, the unprofitable takeaway-food platform, is to float next month. Sales soared last year, but will the momentum now ebb? Matthew Partridge reports
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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Pearson will switch from selling to schools to selling to students
News Educational publisher Pearson is to change from selling mainly to schools and colleges towards selling directly to consumers, including students.
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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Should you invest in the Deliveroo IPO?
Analysis Food delivery company Deliveroo is listing on the stockmarket in an initial public offering. Should you buy in? And if so, how do you go about it? John Stepek explains.
By John Stepek Published
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A change in stockmarket rules will benefit us all
Editor's letter The “SPAC” boom all the rage in the US is passing the UK’s stricter stockmarket by. A change in the rules would be good for everyone, says Merryn Somerset Webb.
By Merryn Somerset Webb Published
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The FTSE 100 index is ready to rally
News The FTSE 100 index – made up of unfashionable “old economy” stocks – has lagged other major stockmarkets. But global reflation should see its weaknesses turn into a strength.
By Alex Rankine Published
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