There has been a dearth of companies floating on the UK stock market this year, perhaps understandably given Brexit-induced volatility.A mere 25 companies have floated in London so far in 2019, compared with 87 in 2018 and 106 in 2017 excluding listings classified as international offerings where stocks aren't available to retail investors. The majority have chosen to list on the Main Market with

The 19th national congress of the Communist Party of China has begun and represents one of the most important political events this year. President Xi Jinping is expected to cement his position by having his allies promoted into positions of power in the party and the government.The congress, which began this year on 18 October, takes place every five years. As well as positions being given out, i