Hastings eyes London listing with £180m share sale


UK insurer Hastings has announced its intention to float on the London Stock Exchange, with a £180m share sale aimed at accelerating its growth.
The offer to institutional shareholders is expected to result in admission to London’s premier stock market in October, the company said in a statement.
Hastings, one of Britain’s fastest growing motor insurers, is expected to be eligible for inclusion in FTSE UK indices.
Goldman Sachs Investors will retain a significant indirect shareholding following the floatation and will remain Hastings’ largest shareholder following completion of offer.