Episode 26 of Mergerspresso, Addleshaw Goddard’s corporate finance podcast, looks at the rise of modern shareholder activism and the growing risk of stock drop claims against listed companies.Host Simon Wood is joined by AG litigators Sivan Daniels and Emily Tilden-Smith to d...

Episode 25 of Mergerspresso, Addleshaw Goddard’s corporate finance podcast, explores the key M&A themes shaping financial services and technology deals in 2026.Host Simon Wood is joined by AG sector leaders Hardeep Plahe and Elvan Hussein to discuss how businesses are bal...

Episode 24 of Mergerspresso, Addleshaw Goddard’s corporate finance podcast, kicks off 2026 by exploring how companies are reshaping their businesses in response to changing markets and shareholder pressure. Host Lucy Robson is joined by guests Chris Taylor and Marton Eorsi to discuss the theme...

Episode 23 of Mergerspresso, Addleshaw Goddard’s corporate finance podcast, rounds off 2025 with a festive review of the year in markets, M&A and capital markets. Hosts Simon Wood and Lucy Robson reflect on the highs, lows and green shoots of the past year, drawing on crowdsourced insights...

Episode 22 of Mergerspresso, Addleshaw Goddard’s corporate finance podcast, explores whether strategic European joint ventures are entering a new phase as a catalyst for innovation and growth. Host Lucy Robson is joined by guest Rémy Blain to discuss how pan-European collaboration could become...

Episode 21 of Mergerspresso, Addleshaw Goddard’s corporate finance podcast, delivers an emergency Budget special unpacking the key announcements and what they really mean for markets, businesses and investors. Host Simon Wood is joined by guest Paul Concannon, Addleshaw Goddard’s Head of Tax, ...

Episode 20 of Mergerspresso, Addleshaw Goddard’s corporate finance podcast, examines whether shareholder activism is set to haunt listed companies as the year draws to a close. Host Lucy Robson is joined by guest Jack Edwards to assess the state of activist campaigns in 2025 and what boards sh...

Episode 19 of Mergerspresso, Addleshaw Goddard’s corporate finance podcast, explores the Leeds Reforms and their potential to reshape the UK financial services sector. Host Simon Wood is joined by guest Rosanna Bryant to outline the most significant regulatory changes in two decades and explai...

Episode 18 of Mergerspresso, Addleshaw Goddard’s corporate finance podcast, explores lessons from Barclays’ iconic 1980s “Tell Sid” campaign and how a reimagined approach could drive retail investment in today’s equity markets.Host Simon Wood is joined by guest Rhiannon Price...

Episode 17 of Mergerspresso, Addleshaw Goddard’s corporate finance podcast, sets out a clear and optimistic manifesto for reinvigorating the UK’s capital markets.Hosts Simon Wood and Lucy Robson argue that London’s equity markets need confidence, clarity and a compelling narr...