AJ Bell IPO price range implies £675m market value

Andy Bell

Manchester-based investment firm AJ Bell on Tuesday announced the price range for its planned IPO — implying a market capitalisation on admission of between £626 million and £675 million.

The price range for the offer has been set at £1.54 to £1.66 per ordinary share.

AJ Bell CEO Andy Bell said: “There has been significant interest in our IPO which reflects the potential for expansion in our market, the strength of our business model and our track record of sustainable growth.

“The application period for the IPO is due to open later today and our customers will be able to apply for shares via our investment platform where they will find the prospectus to help inform their decision.”