Initiating deals, managing sale processes, devising acquisition strategies and applying techniques in global and local M&A.
The carve-out has shot up the corporate priority list, as businesses look to focus on core strengths and improve profitability and return on capital. David Prosser reports.
Asset-based lending has now become mainstream funding for UK M&A. Arbuthnot Commercial Asset Based Lending’s Andrew Rutherford explains the appeal of ABL to private equity firms.
Energy transition continues to drive M&A in the sector. Jason Sinclair looks at where the deals are.
Firms that embrace ESG continue to move forward. Jason Sinclair speaks to three member firms.
Dealmaking in the life sciences sector remains strong. David Prosser looks at patient capital investing in future patients.
Carefully studying the opportunity in a niche sector has paid dividends for August Equity in the past. Investment partner Mickey Patel discusses the firm’s latest move into public sector software-as-a-service.
A combination of close links to London and a thriving ecosystem of owner-managed businesses seeking capital has kept volumes ticking over in the South of England, as Nicholas Neveling discovers.
After years of growth, private equity faced something of a reckoning in 2023, with new deals, exits and fundraising all down on previous years. So what’s the state of play in the UK mid-market? Vicky Meek investigates.
COVID-19 slowed down South-East Asian economies, but confidence is returning. Nicholas Neveling reports on deal culture and diversity within the region’s deal markets .
Geopolitical tensions are rising – and so is global defence spending, despite the impact of COVID-19 on state purses. Nicholas Neveling explores why M&A will be a key strategic lever as the sector adapts to increased requirements for cyber, digital and space capabilities, and relations cool between the West, China and Russia.
Healthcare has been a relatively safe haven for dealmakers throughout COVID-19 uncertainty, particularly attracting private equity investors. As economies have reopened, M&A in the sector has burgeoned as the NHS deals with post-pandemic waiting lists, the use of technology and data analytics is increased, and opportunities for business-to-consumer healthcare rise.
North West England accounts for 10% of the UK’s GDP. Jason Sinclair looks at how the region is reshaping its economy, with activity in technology, media and telecom and cyber security, and the role of corporate financiers and investors in its modernisation.
How much has the geopolitical landscape changed over the past two years? Brexit has been completed. COVID-19 still remains. President Trump has been and gone. Is everything still dominated by the US and China? And what effect will the UK’s National Security and Investment Act have?
Viewing habits are changing. David Prosser examines the new entertainment giants and streaming services that are transforming the traditional TV landscape.
Acquisitions are a key part of corporate strategy for businesses entering a new market, adding new products or technologies, or gaining or building scale or resilience in testing times. In our annual review, we look at the UK companies most active in M&A.
This year will no doubt prove challenging for businesses, but it won’t be without opportunities. Advisers and investors share their thoughts on tech-enabled sectors, capital gains tax, private equity, international acquirers, and accelerated M&A.
David Petrie, ICAEW’s head of corporate finance, has made significant contribution on behalf of ICAEW and Corporate Finance Faculty members to the UK government’s major consultation about its National Security and Investment Bill.
The UK government’s National Security and Investment Bill and its Investment and Security Unit seeks to control acquisitions of sensitive industries by hostile overseas parties. David Prosser examines the consequences for all M&A involving foreign investment.
The Corporate Finance Faculty and Drooms have published the world’s first research about the role of artificial intelligence in deals.
This guideline addresses the principal considerations in the completion process. It compares and contrasts the mechanisms used to establish the final equity value in deals. It also provides commentary on common areas of dispute, together with mitigating actions.
This guideline identifies key intellectual property (IP) rights and comments on how such rights should be considered in the context of M&A transaction and contractual protections. It also addresses IP transfer and integration.
Eligible firms have free access to Bloomsbury Professional's comprehensive online library, comprising around 80 titles from some of the country's leading tax and accounting subject matter experts. Find out who is eligible and how you can access the Accounting and Tax Service.
Expert commentary on the current UK capital gains tax legislation related to business asset disposal relief.
This chapter covers VAT in relation to buying or selling a business.
Advice on the typical process for making a business acquisition, written for anyone who advises or runs a family or owner-managed company. Includes an overview of agreeing outline terms, carrying out a due diligence investigation and the tax due diligence process.
A chapter on tax considerations when selling or winding-up an owner-managed company, written for professional advisers.
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