Initiating deals, managing sale processes, devising acquisition strategies and applying techniques in global and local M&A.
Addressing the UK’s infrastructure challenge is a key plank of the new government’s strategy. But will the £7.3bn allocated to the UK Infrastructure Bank, which has become the National Wealth Fund, be enough – and will it deliver?
Artificial intelligence seems to be viewed as the future of everything, but what does it mean in the context of M&A for mid-market advisers?
As private equity looks for returns from exit, one helping hand could be the value creation offered by ESG vendor due diligence, as Zara de Belder and Matt Smith of Anthesis Group explain.
‘You couldn’t make it up’ – a bit of a cliché in recent years – is a perfect description of the story of an Essex council’s investment in the UK’s biggest solar portfolio, Toucan Energy. But all’s well that ends well.
Lucie Mills of NorthEdge tells Jo Russell how the private equity firm supports staff and encourages an open culture for discussing mental health issues
Virtual data rooms are now almost universally used in M&A transactions. Jason Sinclair looks at how to choose the right one for you.
Transaction activity in the travel sector is heating up as trade buyers and private equity firms see the industry returning to pre-COVID-19 levels and get back to the business of doing deals. Nicholas Neveling reports.
Significant business value can often lie in its intellectual property. David Prosser looks at how you get to the heart of IP – and how you cost it in M&A.
COVID-19 slowed down Southeast 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.
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Chapter on the capital allowance implications when acquiring a business, including acquisition of shares, acquisition of a trade and company reconstructions without a change of ownership.
Chapter providing expert guidance on business asset disposal relief (previously called entrepreneurs’ relief) in relation to a business partnership.
Chapter providing expert guidance on the tax consequences of the merging and demerging of partnerships.
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.
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