Bob Diamond Starts Comeback With Panmure Gordon Takeover

The transcript discusses a story involving Bob Diamond, former Barclays CEO, who is making a return to the financial services sector with a small acquisition in London. The deal involves a historic brokerage firm and includes Qatari investors. The transcript also distinguishes between Diamond's two ventures, Atlas Merchant and Atlas Mara, highlighting their different focuses.

What was Bob Diamond's role at Barclays and when did he leave the company?

What is the significance of the brokerage firm mentioned in the text?

What are Bob Diamond's interests in the European financial services market?

What recent acquisitions has Bob Diamond made through Atlas Merchant?

How does Atlas Merchant differ from Atlas Mara?