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What Impact is the US/Israeli War in the Middle East Likely to Have on M&A in the UK’s Mid-Market
Since the pandemic in 2019, the UK has experienced a steady pattern of new uncertainties. In March 2026, the escalation of conflict involving the…
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The UK’s IT Managed Services Sector – Current M&A Value Drivers
In 2026, the UK’s IT managed services market is one of the most strategically important segments of the country’s digital economy.
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M&A Activity in the UK Data Analytics Sector – Value Drivers
The UK’s data analytics market is best characterised as a high-growth, infrastructure-enabled sector. It’s a market that combines strong enterprise demand, active public-sector programmes,…
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The UK Mid-Market deals outlook for 2026. “Keep Calm and Carry On”
As I write this, Netflix have just announced their $72bn acquisition of Warner Bros, demonstrating that even in the maelstrom of Trump’s US, the…
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M&A and Value Drivers in the Corporate Hospitality sector in the UK
The term “corporate hospitality” refers to the practice of a business entertaining clients, potential leads, employees or other stakeholders in order to strengthen relationships,…
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How to know what your small business is really worth
I was recently asked by a client to point them in the direction of some sensible valuation advice for the kind of smaller, founder-run…
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China in your Hand – Looking after your business and people during a disposal process
As a business owner about to begin the process of selling your business, it is important to consider how the process itself is likely…
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Two Tribes – The relationship between Corporate Finance Advisers and Lawyers on a deal
On most transactions. the principals (vendors or acquirers) will employ both a corporate finance adviser and a lawyer. What then is the role between…
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Trump’s 2025 Tariffs: Strategic Challenges and Opportunities for Foreign Exporters
In a significant escalation of U.S. trade policy, President Trump has introduced a new wave of sweeping tariffs as part of a broader “America…
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