What happens when a company delists from a stock exchange?

There are several reasons why a company might delist from a stock exchange – from bankruptcy to a private equity buyout. Here’s what it means for investors.

Aerial view of Paternoster Square in London, England.
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Stock market delistings have been in the news a lot recently. But what exactly is a delisting, and what does it mean for investors? 

If you're a DIY investor or a keen follower of our weekly share tips, these might be questions you are keen to have answered.

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Katie Williams
Staff Writer

Katie has a background in investment writing and is interested in everything to do with personal finance, politics, and investing. She enjoys translating complex topics into easy-to-understand stories to help people make the most of their money.

Katie believes investing shouldn’t be complicated, and that demystifying it can help normal people improve their lives.

Before joining the MoneyWeek team, Katie worked as an investment writer at Invesco, a global asset management firm. She joined the company as a graduate in 2019. While there, she wrote about the global economy, bond markets, alternative investments and UK equities.

Katie loves writing and studied English at the University of Cambridge. Outside of work, she enjoys going to the theatre, reading novels, travelling and trying new restaurants with friends.