Deal drivers in 2021: what’s the outlook?

This year will no doubt prove challenging for businesses, but it won’t be without opportunities. Advisers and investors share their thoughts on tech-enabled sectors, capital gains tax, private equity, international acquirers, and accelerated M&A.

Cashing in on the need for animal care products

Lonely, locked-down homeworkers want pets, and pets want treats. Amid a surge in demand for furry friends during the pandemic, Rutland Partners sold care product company Armitage back into a hot pet market. Jason Sinclair reports.

Regaining our edge in public company markets

Breathing new life into London’s Main Market is no easy task. But Lord Hill’s review of London listing requirements is certainly welcome in the battle to keep the City internationally competitive, says Jon Moulton.