A Call to Action for Retail Investor Inclusion
The Getinvested campaign, sponsored by RetailBook, has gained significant traction among UK policymakers and regulators. The initiative addresses the systematic sidelining of ordinary investors from capital markets, revealing a staggering £1 trillion wealth gap.
Regulatory and Parliamentary Support
The campaign has been warmly received by key stakeholders:
- Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has acknowledged the report’s findings and recommendations
- Members of Parliament across party lines have expressed support for retail investor inclusion
- Industry bodies are rallying behind the call for meaningful reform
The £1 Trillion Wealth Gap
The Getinvested report highlights the consequences of decades of exclusionary practices:
“For too long, ordinary investors have been systematically excluded from participating in primary market opportunities. The result is a wealth gap that undermines both individual financial wellbeing and the broader economy.”
Key Findings
- Less than 5% of UK IPOs since 2005 have included a retail offer
- Individual ownership of UK quoted shares has fallen from 54% in 1963 to just 11% in 2022
- Billions of pounds remain in low-interest savings accounts rather than productive investments
The Path Forward
The Getinvested campaign calls for:
- Regulatory reform to remove barriers to retail participation
- Industry collaboration to build inclusive infrastructure
- Educational initiatives to empower individual investors
- Technology adoption to streamline access to primary markets
RetailBook’s Commitment
RetailBook remains committed to democratizing access to primary markets. The Getinvested report represents a crucial step in building the case for meaningful change.
Download the full Getinvested report at retailbook.com/resources/research
