How do you get listed on AIM?
There are no prescriptive eligibility criteria for joining AIM, however, a company must:
- Appoint a Nominated Adviser (‘nomad’) and retain their services for the duration of the time the company remains on AIM.
- Appoint a corporate broker and retain their services throughout the time the company remains on market.
What are AIM listed companies?
Key Takeaways. The Alternative Investment Market (AIM) is a specialized unit of the London Stock Exchange (LSE) catering to smaller, more risky companies. The companies listed on AIM tend to be smaller and more highly speculative in nature, in part due to AIM’s relaxed regulations and listing requirements.
How many companies are listed on the AIM?
The companies on AIM are spread across 37 different sectors (90 different sub-sectors) and come from 26 different countries. In fact, over 250 companies listed on AIM are from outside of the United Kingdom, making it proportionally one of the most diverse exchanges in the world.
Is AIM a Recognised investment exchange?
AIM operates, and is regulated by the LSE in its capacity as a Recognised Investment Exchange. AIM companies are bound by the AIM Rules for Companies not the Listing Rules.
How much does it cost to list a company on AIM?
Joining AIM through an initial public offering typically costs between £400,000 and £600,000 a year, including adviser fees, while the price of membership comes in at around £100,000 per year. However, this is considerably less expensive than joining the LSE main list.
How big do you need to be to list on AIM?
There is no a minimum market capitalisation for a company to be admitted to AIM, but most companies tend to fall within the £25 million to £500 million bracket. There is no minimum percentage of shares that must held in public hands, as is the case with the Full List of the London Stock Exchange.
How risky is the AIM market?
AIM is therefore riskier and won’t appeal to cautious investors.
How much does it cost to list on AIM?
Do you pay tax on AIM shares?
You won’t be taxed on dividends from AIM shares held in an ISA, nor will you have to pay Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on any of the profits you make.
Are AIM companies on the Official List?
AIM companies are not listed, and are hence not subject to the Listing Rules.
Are AIM companies traded companies?
At launch, AIM comprised only 10 companies valued collectively at £82.2 million. As at May 2021, 821 companies comprise the sub-market, with an average market cap of £80 million per listing….Alternative Investment Market.
| Type | Stock exchange |
|---|---|
| Currency | GBP, US$ |
| No. of listings | 821 |
| Website | AIM homepage on London Stock Exchange website |
How much does it cost to float a company on AIM?
What are the costs involved in floating on AIM? As you might expect, the cost involved varies considerably but should reportedly be around six to seven per cent of proceeds raised.