Watches of Switzerland on course for London IPO

Watches of Switzerland is planning to float in London, and it could be valued at between £600m and £800m.

The upmarket jeweller is owned by US-based private equity firm Apollo and the cash raised in an offer would help to reduce debt. However, the first news about the potential flotation was nearly a year ago when two banks were appointed to advise Apollo on a listing.

Watch brands sold include Rolex, Patek Philippe, Tag-Heuer and Cartier. The company has long-term relationships with the m...

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Andrew Hore is the publisher of AIM Journal, which is an online monthly publication covering the Alternative Investment Market.