Late June and early July saw a flurry of equity issues closing as bankers, lawyers and corporate chiefs alike tried to clear their desks before a well-earned summer reprieve. Among the offerings for those picking up investments before picking up the suntan lotion were two technology flotations - Zen Research and Orchestream – which took place in London under Chapter 25 of the listing rules of the UK Listing Authority. Allen & Overy, was involved in both through its relationship with UBS Warburg.
July 31 2000