LSE
London Stock Exchange
One of the world's oldest and largest stock exchanges, serving as a major international financial center.
Established in 1801, the LSE is a key component of London's role as a global financial hub. The exchange operates multiple markets including Main Market, AIM (Alternative Investment Market), and various international segments. LSE serves both UK domestic companies and international firms seeking access to European capital markets. The exchange has undergone significant technological transformation, moving from floor-based trading to fully electronic systems. LSE Group also owns other major market infrastructure including Borsa Italiana, Refinitiv data services, and LCH clearing house. The exchange supports trading in equities, bonds, derivatives, and other instruments, with settlement through the CREST system.
Example
FTSE 100 companies: Shell (SHEL), AstraZeneca (AZN), HSBC (HSBA)