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Oxford Capital launches new fund

Venture capitalist Oxford Capital has launched its fifth fund, which will invest in the healthcare, sustainability and communications sectors.

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Insolvencies leading to buy-out bargains

Latest statistics from the Insolvency Service reveal that the number of companies being forced into administration or receivership by their creditors has soared.

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ECI backs digital buy-out

A digital media group that supports Orange, William Hill and Sony has been valued at £45.5 million after its chief executive led a buy-out of the business.

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Fuel manufacturer makes smokeless acquisition

A UK supplier of support services to the energy, mineral and waste sectors has bolstered its fuel portfolio with the acquisition of a solid fuel manufacturer in South Wales.

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Imagine Communications acquires Irish Broadband

Irish telecoms group Imagine Communications has acquired internet service provider Irish Broadband for €47 million (£37 million) in a debt-free deal.

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Hornby’s model deal

A company famous for its model railways has diversified its portfolio after it completed a seven-figure acquisition.

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Balfour Beatty in property play

Construction giant Balfour Beatty plc has snapped up the military Public Private Partnership (PPP) accommodation business from a US real estate investment trust for $350.5 million (£176.3 million) in cash.

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Insurance group taps banks for £150 million

UK-headquartered insurance and reinsurance group Brit Insurance Holdings has secured a revolving credit facility of £150 million led by the Royal Bank of Scotland.

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Balfour Beatty in property play

Construction giant Balfour Beatty plc has snapped up the military Public Private Partnership (PPP) accommodation business from a US real estate investment trust for $350.5 million (£176.3 million) in cash.

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Insurance group taps banks for £150 million

UK-headquartered insurance and reinsurance group Brit Insurance Holdings has secured a revolving credit facility of £150 million led by the Royal Bank of Scotland.

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Trade fair or face jail, says FSA

Dealmakers and traders were given a stark warning yesterday by the Financial Services Authority, Paul Driscoll reports.

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Rising star: Pharmacy 2U

Daniel Lee is the MD of Pharmacy 2U, the first mail-order and online pharmacy retailer in the UK. With £12 million turnover, the company is seeking greater heights in the year ahead.

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Fiberweb finds its core

A nonwoven fabrics specialist headquartered in the UK has agreed to sell its Brazilian subsidiary in a bid to reduce group debt.

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End in sight for Leisure & Media VCT

Leisure & Media VCT, which was established by investment firm JO Hambro and chartered surveyor Humberts Leisure, will be placed in voluntary liquidation in 2009, according to its management.