Shawbrook shares jump on London debut
Specialist lender’s listing follows dearth of IPOs in recent years
Specialist lender’s listing follows dearth of IPOs in recent years

Specialist lender’s float will let private equity backers Pollen Street and BC Partners sell down their stakes

Law firms and consultants start to recruit specialists again after three-year dearth of listings work

Business minister hails food group’s listing as sign of stock market revival

Trend puts pressure on brokerages and investment banks

A dearth of public listings is forcing investment banks to broaden their horizons

Bankers and lawyers cautiously optimistic that investor confidence is returning