LONDON: FRP Advisory Group plc, a leading national specialist business advisory firm, announced the acquisition of Arc & Co Structured Finance Limited (“Arc & Co”) for a consideration of £6.0 million, plus an additional amount for the net assets acquired on completion of approximately £650,000 and a three-year performance based earn-out linked to profit in excess of…
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UIL Limited proposes to sell entire shareholding in Somers Limited
LONDON: The Board of UIL Limited has proposed to enter into agreements to sell all of its shares in Somers Limited (Somers). UIL, an exempted closed-end Bermuda incorporated investment company, is planning to enter into an agreement with General Provincial Life Pension Fund Limited (GPLPF) to sell Somers shares held by UIL to GPLPF in…
Shawbrook Group to acquire ThinCats Group Limited
LONDON: Shawbrook Group plc today announced that an agreement has been signed to acquire ThinCats Group Limited, a leading specialist lender with a strong track record in providing bespoke funding to established, growth-focused SMEs. The acquisition of ThinCats represents a strategic investment in accelerating the growth of Shawbrook’s existing presence in the specialist SME lending…
MHA Plc reports 45% revenue surge ahead of AIM IPO, eyes international expansion
LONDON: MHA plc (AIM: MHA), a leading provider of audit, tax, and advisory services, reported a 45% jump in full-year revenue to £224.2 million for the year ended March 31, 2025, marking a pivotal year capped by its successful IPO on the London Stock Exchange’s AIM market. Adjusted EBITDA rose 32% to approximately £41.1 million,…
Wilmington acquires Spain’s Conversia for €121.6 million to expand GRC footprint
LONDON: Wilmington plc (LSE: WIL), a provider of data, information, education and training services in global Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) markets, said on Tuesday it has agreed to acquire Spanish RegTech firm Professional Group Conversia, S.L.U. for €121.6 million ($132 million), subject to foreign investment clearance. The deal, funded through a mix of existing…
Satsuma Technology names Henry Elder CEO, Boosts bitcoin treasury holdings
LONDON: Tao Alpha PLC, soon to be renamed Satsuma Technology Plc, announced Monday that Henry Elder will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer and join the board as an executive director, pending final due diligence checks. Elder, formerly a Principal at UTXO Management, brings deep expertise in institutional Bitcoin strategy, having advised and invested…
Topco secures $1.4 billion in equity funding ahead of Soul Patts–Brickworks merger vote
SYDNEY: Topco, the proposed merged entity of Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Company Limited (ASX: SOL) and Brickworks Limited (ASX: BKW), has secured full equity funding of approximately A$1.4 billion, marking a major milestone ahead of the shareholder vote on the strategic merger. The funding was finalized through a series of conditional placements, including a…
How to read a company’s balance sheet: A practical guide for investors and analysts
A company’s balance sheet is more than just numbers—it’s a snapshot of its financial health. Whether you’re an investor, journalist, or business owner, knowing how to read a company’s balance sheet can help you make smarter decisions. In this guide, we’ll walk through the key components of a balance sheet, how to interpret them, and…
McGraw Hill files for U.S. IPO
McGraw Hill, a leading textbook publisher and educational course provider owned by billionaire Tom Gores’ Platinum Equity, filed for an initial public offering (IPO) in the U.S. on Friday, according to a statement. The move comes nearly four years after Platinum Equity acquired the company for $4.5 billion and aligns with a resurgence in the…
Rosebank acquires Electrical Components International in £1.14 billion deal
LONDON: Rosebank announced Thursday the acquisition of U.S.-based Electrical Components International (ECI), a market leader in critical electrical distribution systems, in a deal financed through debt facilities and a fully underwritten institutional capital raise of approximately £1.14 billion ($1.45 billion). The acquisition, Rosebank’s first under its “Buy, Improve, Sell” strategy, aims to enhance shareholder value…
Exploring Mergers and Acquisitions: Strategies and Pitfalls in Corporate Finance
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) play a crucial role in corporate finance. They involve the consolidation of businesses or the acquisition of one business by another. This article aims to delve into the intricacies of M&A, including their definition, various types, and their impact on company growth and market competition. Furthermore, we will delve into effective…
What is Corporate Finance?
Corporate finance is essential for any business. The financial activities of a firm are dealt with by corporate finance. It might be considered while choosing finances sources and considering the company’s capital structure. The target of any corporate finance is to increase shareholder value through varied strategic planning and execution. Corporate finance assists a company…