Soaring Global Debt
In 2016 the global debt was approximately $220 trillion, 320% of global GDP. This ratio has continued to increase over the last 8 years, due to various factors such as increased social spending and COVID support funding.
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Government regulations impact M&A strategies
With an acceleration of technological advancements and critical issues such as climate change, government regulations have emerged which will directly impact businesses and M&A activity. While some may slow dealmaking, other regulatory changes present M&A opportunities.
Is it hydrogen’s time to shine?
Hydrogen may finally be taking centre stage in the energy transition after years of hesitant investor sentiment. Though other areas of the cleantech market have somewhat stalled among uncertain macroeconomic conditions, hydrogen has continued to see interest from investors.
How does working from home affect sick leave?
With the far more common occurrence of working from home (WFH) brought about initially by the COVID-19 pandemic, many employees now seem to be working, or at least partially working, while sick.
AI: Rapid growth and potential drawbacks
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a field of computer science that focuses on creating intelligent machines that can perform tasks that normally require human intelligence. AI algorithms use statistical analysis and pattern recognition to learn from ‘big data’ and improve performance over time.
Could ‘Buy and Build’ be the right growth strategy in today’s market?
Growing your business organically in today’s market is not easy. A growth strategy to consider is Buy & Build.
The SVB Collapse: A new landscape for venture debt financing
The recent dramatic collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), once the 16th largest US bank, has garnered significant media coverage. SVB had $209bn in deposits and represented one of the largest bank failures.
Why trying to time the market in your next fundraising may be a mistake
Trying to time the market for a fundraising round is a tempting strategy for many companies looking to maximize their valuation and attract suitable investors. It is incredibly difficult to predict market trends with any degree of accuracy.
The Denominator Effect: Accelerating your fundraising plans
There were 45% fewer private equity fund closings in 2022 vs 2021, according to data from S&P Global. Alongside record inflation and rising interest rates, a less quoted reason for this decrease is the Denominator Effect.
Private equity funds are searching for quality mid-market investments
Private equity funds are searching for quality mid-market investments European private equity funds currently have an estimated £240 billion to invest. What are the most important factors they currently look for in a high-quality investment?