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Surge in PE-backed deals  

The value of private equity deals across the EU soared to €3.3 billion (£2.8bn ) in April, compared to €847 million for the same month last year.

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UK lacks venture capital industry, says James Caan 

Dragons’ Den investor James Caan claims a scarcity of venture capital backing is stunting the growth of ambitious British businesses.

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The Gyration Air Mouse Elite

Straight from the brains behind the Nintendo Wii comes the Gyration Air Mouse Elite.

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Faroe launches £70m rights issue

North Sea and Norway-focused Faroe Petroleum is tapping shareholders for £69.8 million to double its programme to 16 wells.

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EU’s national stereotypes confirmed

Perceptions of cultural differences between the UK and its European neighbours are supported by a survey of small and medium-sized enterprises.

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Spice in £32.8 million MBO

Gresham Private Equity has acquired four businesses from support services group Spice in a £32.8 million management buy-out (MBO).

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NVM launches life sciences fund

North of England-based venture capitalist NVM has launched a new fund, RCC Lifesciences, to invest in early-stage healthcare companies.

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Luke Johnson backs Beer & Partners

Private equity investor and former Channel 4 chairman Luke Johnson has acquired a stake in business angel network Beer & Partners.

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NVM launches life sciences fund

North of England-based venture capitalist NVM has launched a new fund, RCC Lifesciences, to invest in early-stage healthcare companies.

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Luke Johnson backs Beer & Partners

Private equity investor and former Channel 4 chairman Luke Johnson has acquired a stake in business angel network Beer & Partners.

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Vision Capital buys Nordax

London-based private equity house Palamon has sold Swedish consumer lender Nordax to investment firm Vision Capital.

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Everyclick wins investment

A search engine that raises money for charities has won investment of £480,000 to develop 'new opportunities', according to CEO Polly Gowers.

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HIG backs Synseal MBO

Private equity house HIG Europe has acquired Synseal Extrusions, a supplier of doors, windows and conservatories.

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NVM Private Equity backs Lanner Group MBO

Mid-market investor NVM Private Equity has bought a minority stake in software developer Lanner Group as the company’s previous backer, 3i, exits the business.

Partner content

Why upgrading your tech regularly will help your business grow

To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis

Accounting and Finance Software

Desktop vs cloud accounting: What to consider 

What are the key differences between desktop and cloud accounting software, and what should you consider when it comes to choosing a solution for your business

Accounting and Finance Software

Accounting and financial management software: What you need to know 

Fast-growth businesses need a solution that can cope with the demands of an ever-increasing volume of data, transactions, and tasks.

Opinion

Boosting confidence in outsourcing your customer service function to call centres in Africa

CCI Kenya discusses why outsourcing key of your business processes to call centres in Africa may be beneficial