Loveholidays is eyeing a London IPO that could value the online travel agent at roughly £1 billion (about $1.3 billion). The company plans a March launch, though market conditions may push it back. Investec, Barclays, and JPMorgan form the banking syndicate, while Rothschild advises Livingbridge, the private‑equity owner for investors in 2024.

Founded in 2012, Loveholidays has become one of the UK’s largest online travel agencies, focusing on Greek islands, mainland Spain, and the Canary Islands. In 2024 it served over 5 million customers across Europe, generating £284 million in revenue and a pre‑tax profit of £67.6 million—a 20 % year‑on‑year rise for shareholders and analysts.

A successful flotation would deliver a major exit for Livingbridge, which backed Loveholidays since 2018, and could spark renewed interest in London’s equity market, which has struggled to attract headline listings. Investors will watch the pricing, market reception, and whether the company can sustain its post‑pandemic growth trajectory for the.