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The economic impact of COVID-19 continues to batter many businesses in the UK and across the world. Getting to grips with the risks and addressing them to build up resilience are the foundations for any growth plan and subsequent M&A. Jason Sinclair in…

Starting and completing an AIM IPO during COVID-19 is no mean feat. David Prosser examines to the debut of Fonix Mobile, a technology and telecoms group, who did exactly that

Independent Growth Finance, an asset-based lender, has grown rapidly since its own buy-out in 2016. Marc Mullen spoke to CEO John Onslow and commercial director Matt Shepherd about the market and outlook given the times we are in, touching upon how IGF…

Henry Whorwood of Beauhurst explores why start-ups are still able to attract plenty of investment during the global pandemic, and whether this might continue over the next year.

Whether it’s financial restructuring or lobbying government and helping formulate policy, the accountancy profession can help the economy grow again. But it might be time for a refresher course in inflation accounting, says Jon Moulton.

The UK government’s National Security and Investment Bill and its Investment and Security Unit seeks to control acquisitions of sensitive industries by hostile overseas parties. David Prosser examines the consequences for all M&A involving foreign inve…

With a shortlist of 20 targets and a $5.8bn war chest, Fujitsu is on an M&A mission – here’s why the company is looking to ‘rebalance’, boost its services and pursue a global strategy.

Witnessing the full private equity cycle from start to finish is Jordana Cropper’s short-term ambition.

Emil Gigov discusses the sale of Clear Review and Albion Capital’s 15-month hold period and exit.

The COVID-19 crisis meant the Corporate Finance Faculty couldn’t host its annual reception in 2020 to present the award. For UK-listed companies, successful use of M&A to outperform the market is key to winning.