Economist Podcasts Ticker shock: London’s wheezing stockmarket
Oct 6, 2021
Josh Roberts, a finance correspondent for The Economist, explores the troubles plaguing London's stock market, identifying strict governance and a stagnation in innovative IPOs as key culprits. He discusses how these issues hinder London’s status as a global financial hub and suggests strategies for revitalization. Additionally, the podcast delves into the resurgence of military conscription worldwide, influenced by geopolitical tensions, and the rise of digital nomadism in Europe, reshaping how and where people work post-pandemic.
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Revitalizing the London Stock Exchange
- Allow dual-class shares on the London Stock Exchange to attract tech companies.
- Reduce the minimum float percentage to encourage early-stage investors.
Resurgence of Conscription
- Military conscription is increasing, reversing a century-long decline.
- Russia's actions in Ukraine and the need for large, affordable armies are key drivers.
Motivations Behind Conscription
- Some countries view conscription as a way to instill discipline or patriotism.
- Others see it as a cost-effective way to maintain a large military force.