McWin Capital Partners, the European food-focused investment firm, is reported to be in early talks to acquire Gail’s, the much-loved but premium-priced UK bakery chain, according to a report by Bloomberg. The news comes hot on the heels of Gail’s owners hiring Goldman Sachs to prepare an auction, amid widespread speculation that the brand could […]
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has come under fire for its stringent regulation of the crowdfunding industry, which critics claim is stifling investment and cutting off vital funding streams for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The UK Crowdfunding Association (UKCFA) has warned that these regulations could cost the economy billions of pounds in lost investment. […]
Donald Trump’s re-election as President of the United States could lead to a significant shift in Chinese investment, with a potential $33 billion “up for grabs” for the UK, according to leading UK-based venture capital firm Fuel Ventures. The firm believes that the changing dynamics in US leadership will encourage Chinese investors to look beyond […]
The UK’s space sector is expanding at a pace surpassing the overall economy, contributing over £17.5 billion annually and employing more than 45,000 people. Supporting £360 billion in economic activity through satellite infrastructure, the industry has become a significant player on the global stage. Merger and acquisition (M&A) activity within the sector has surged over […]
Socium, an all-in-one HR management platform based in French-speaking Africa, has secured a $5 million funding round to expand its services and become the go-to HR solution for mid-sized companies in the region. This funding follows a previous $1.1 million round in August 2022, highlighting the company’s rapid growth despite a broader slowdown in African […]
Ferguson Whisky Limited, a Glasgow-based company specialising in rare whisky investment opportunities, has secured a £450,000 funding package from Virgin Money, backed by UK Export Finance (UKEF). The funding will support the purchase of whisky stock, enabling the company to expand operations and meet growing international demand. Founded in 2021 by CEO David Ferguson, the […]
Virtue Drinks, the UK’s fastest-growing clean energy drink brand, has announced the successful closure of a £2 million investment round. This latest funding brings the company’s total investment to over £5 million. Notable investors in this round include James Watt, co-founder of BrewDog—Europe’s largest craft beer brand—and Eberechi Eze, Premier League footballer and England international. […]
Killing Kittens, the UK-based sex party organiser partly backed by the government, is raising funds to fuel its global expansion and develop new ventures, including a permanent venue, cruise ship events, and a gay male-focused enterprise. KK Group, operating under the Killing Kittens brand, is aiming to meet the growing demand for “meaningful in-person connections” […]
Killing Kittens, the UK-based sex party organiser partly backed by the government, is raising funds to fuel its global expansion and develop new ventures, including a permanent venue, cruise ship events, and a gay male-focused enterprise. KK Group, operating under the Killing Kittens brand, is aiming to meet the growing demand for “meaningful in-person connections” […]
London-based tech firm Goodstack has secured £22 million in venture capital funding, positioning it to facilitate £2.4 billion in employee donations to good causes this year. The company, whose platform is utilised by major corporations such as HSBC, LinkedIn, and design software firm Canva, has been quietly investing the capital raised from San Francisco-based General […]