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| Author: | Shirreff, D. |
| Title: | Broking's thriving outposts |
| Journal: | Business
1989 : JUL, p. 92-95,97,99 |
| Index terms: | STOCKBROKING STOCK EXCHANGES UNITED KINGDOM |
| Language: | eng |
| Abstract: | Review of the Birmingham stock exchange and its 5 brokers and 1 market-maker, with most business done by phone. The impact of the Big Bang and closure of other regional exchanges. Slump in share ownership following crash. Private client stockbroking. Views of the local stockbrokers, and business. Venture capital and corporate finance. Regulation by the Securities Association and low commission charges. Shareshops as competitors, and their turnover. Clearing banks share in dealing services. Image of the independent stockbroker, and personal contacts. |
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