AIM

See Alternative Investment Market. Dresdner Kleinwort Wasserstein financial glossary

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Alternative Investment Market (AIM)

AIM is designed as a separate market for the shares of smaller growing companies that are not yet ready for a full listing on the London Stock Exchange. It allows them access to investment capital without the cost and regulatory burdens of a full listing on the main market. The Aim is usually used as a stepping stone to the main market. Financial Services Glossary

The shares of companies on the AIM can be risky because the companies don't have long track records and if you want to sell your investment there are not always buyers for your shares. However, there is a potential for big rewards. Financial Services Glossary

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Alternative investment market (AIM)

The Exchange's global market for smaller and growing companies. London Stock Exchange Glossary

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AIM AIM [eɪm] noun

FINANCE Alternative Investment Market; a stock market in Britain for new small companies, part of the London Stock Exchange

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   Alternative Investment Market.

   A UK market for smaller or high-risk companies that do not qualify for a full listing on the London Stock Exchange.

   ■ www.londonstockexchange.com ■

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AIM UK US noun STOCK MARKET

► ABBREVIATION for Alternative Investment Market: a stock market for small companies that is part of the London Stock Exchange: »

Originally an AIM share, SFI now has a full listing on the main stock market.