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Venture Capital Funding

Articles, news and expert analysis on venture capital funding in the UK and Europe.

Smooth exit

Two years ago, Richard Morley of NBGI Private Equity backed Superglass in a deal that has delivered a return of almost 11 times on his investment.

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Wolfe’s bid a howling success

Richard Wolfe took on a hostile takeover bid and his company's independent directors to complete a management buy-out. M&A reports.

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The future for venture capital trusts

Venture capital trusts are crucial for helping to fund management buy-outs or growth through acquisitions. But will government tinkering prove a set back for future funds? Andrew Chilvers reports

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XL TechGroup Incubator – The alternative business funding strategy

Disenchanted with academia and disillusioned by VCs, entrepreneur John Scott decided to throw the funding rulebook out the window.

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What makes a good buy-out target?

Many managers consider taking over the business they work for, but not every company is a suitable target for a buy-out.

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To buy-out or not to buy-out?

That is the question.

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Behind the curtains

Despite high-profile bids for Sainsbury's and Alliance Boots, the private equity industry is still misunderstood, but does it need to improve its transparency?

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Ten steps to a successful buy-out

Spectacular returns can be achieved through an MBO. Nevertheless, some of the deals currently under consideration could well end in failure due to basic errors in judgement.

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Behind the curtains

Despite high-profile bids for Sainsbury's and Alliance Boots, the private equity industry is still misunderstood, but does it need to improve its transparency?

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Ten steps to a successful buy-out

Spectacular returns can be achieved through an MBO. Nevertheless, some of the deals currently under consideration could well end in failure due to basic errors in judgement.

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Q&A: A VC’s expected return

What rate of return would a venture capitalist generally expect?

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Graphite’s considered approach

Graphite has been behind some of the real success stories of UK businesses during the past decade, such as restaurant chain Wagamama and the electrical goods outfit Maplin.

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VCT backing for smooth operator

Surgical robot developer Armstrong Healthcare has concluded a £1.3 million funding round, backed by a series of investors led by VCT funds Hygea and Oxford Technology.

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Venture Capital Investment in the UK – Land of Plenty?

Venture capital investment in the UK is second only to the US in terms of size and sophistication. This lively domestic market is great news for growing firms that seek funding and many UK enterprises are now attracting significant levels of overseas cash.