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Taking Stock Financial History Series: London's Big Bang

As part of the 'Taking Stock Special Financial History Series' we take a look back on some of the...

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17.31 2 Jan 2020


Taking Stock Financial History Series: London's Big Bang


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As part of the 'Taking Stock Special Financial History Series' we take a look back on some of the biggest financial stories from over the years.

In this episode, Vincent speaks to Vincent Boland, journalist and commentator on business and finance about the city of London's 'Big Bang' on October 27th, 1986 - the day the stock market was deregulated and the London Stock Exchange (LSE) became a private limited company.

Taking Stock is brought to you in association with PwC Ireland.


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