The Smarter Web Company (SWC), a firm focused on building a Bitcoin treasury, is set to leave the Aquis Exchange and begin trading on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange (LSE) on February 3, 2026. The company was initially listed on Aquis in April 2025, and just over nine months later, it is taking this significant step up to a larger exchange platform.
CEO Andrew Webley described the move as a "pivotal milestone" for both the company and its shareholders, calling it a turning point in SWC's journey in the public markets. This decision follows a period of severe volatility for Bitcoin-focused treasury companies. Since mid-2025, shares of companies holding Bitcoin as a treasury asset have been under pressure, with stock prices declining amid a weak market atmosphere and compressed valuations.
Despite these challenges, Smarter Web Company has continued to execute its strategy. Webley noted that Bitcoin per share has increased by more than 50% since July 2025, while the company's total Bitcoin holdings have nearly doubled in the same period. He emphasized that such businesses operate in cycles, focusing on extracting value in strong phases and protecting flexibility in weak ones.
The transition to the LSE's Main Market is expected to provide broader access to capital. Webley stated that this market caters to both passive and active investment flows. Passive funds that track indices could now include SWC, with the company aiming for eventual inclusion in the FTSE 250. The listing also removes a barrier for many active fund managers who are restricted from buying shares listed on smaller markets like Aquis.
Shareholders overwhelmingly supported the move, with approximately 99.5% of votes cast in favor of leaving Aquis at a recent meeting. Furthermore, SWC raised around £520,000 this week via its At-The-Market (ATM) financing tool, which Webley described as crucial for providing steady funding to companies building Bitcoin treasuries. He also pointed to growing interest from large investors, who are beginning to view Bitcoin's price volatility as an opportunity rather than just a risk.
The company plans to celebrate the listing with a ceremony attended by community members and shareholders. Webley confirmed plans for meetings with financial institutions and events in Las Vegas and Madrid later in 2026, expressing confidence that the year will bring the company closer to its long-term goals.
