Europe

Mergers & Acquisitions

European austerity measures stifling M&A activity, say dealmakers

Dealmakers in Europe want to see governments drop plans for austerity measures and resort to spending in order to stimulate mergers and acquisitions in 2013.

News

Index keeps faith in Europe with new €350 million fund

A new fund of €350 million from Index Ventures is expected to go primarily to Europe-based entrepreneurs pursuing global opportunities.

Opinion

Wol Kolade: Life beyond Euroland

Don't waste time wishing the Eurozone mess will all go away. GrowthBusiness blogger Wol Kolade writes that SMEs who run with it and look at other options, may just turn a bad situation to an advantage.

News

European VCs faring better than US

Disclosed venture capital (VC) investment in European companies totalled €1.4 billion (£1.1 billion) in the first quarter of 2008, rebounding from a weak fourth quarter.

Mergers & Acquisitions

M&A transactions in Eastern Europe are rising

M&A transactions in Eastern Europe are rising, but investors may have to bite the bullet to reap the financial benefits of the region.

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