In the series, the “A Crisis in European Equities,” the Financial Times explores why some of Europe's most promising companies are fleeing to America's capital market. We believe it doesn’t have to be an either-or decision. There is a cost-effective and hassle-free alternative: the OTC Markets.

Strong brands are business drivers and can move the needle on real growth. The uplift can be seen in a number of ways, namely premium pricing, higher margins, market cap, stock performance and improved financial ratios. Yet most management teams still view branding as an image exercise and more often than not, given low organizational priority.

Jason Zweig's recent The Wall Street Journal article, "Picking a Stock for the Year 2048," explores a unique experiment where college students assemble a portfolio of stocks they can't touch for 25 years. The challenge raises questions about sustainability, investor expectations, and the importance of strong fundamentals and innovation for long-term success.

We imagine the epic journey of a small cap through the lens of J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings. Essential tools include coffee, a map, a pickaxe, a sword, a shield, and a bullhorn. Plus, a trustworthy investor relations team - the voice of reason in a very noisy world.

Buckingham Palace has released official recipes for King Charles III's Coronation celebrations, featuring dishes like Strawberry and Ginger Trifle and a Coronation Quiche, despite an egg shortage there. Meanwhile, the UK's financial regulator has put forward plans to simplify regulations in order to make the country's equity markets more attractive, which have seen a 40% drop in listings since 2008.

Turnover at the CFO level creates a groundswell of disruption and uncertainty in the markets. A departure is often seen as a top risk and that can have a huge impact on everything from short-term share price to future capital raises. Within hours of receiving a CFO’s resignation or firing, management and the board of directors must create a content framework for positioning and key messages.