December 2023

The UK has huge demand for infrastructure investment, and in particular for energy transition, but how is it coping with inflationary pressures? We also look at why mid-market private equity firms are checking in on the travel sector, plus how to help female-founded businesses raise finance.

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The big infra challenge

The sheer scale of energy transition projects means there will be no lack of demand for private capital to be deployed in infrastructure. In the UK, however, rising costs are creating a deliverability issue. Andy Thomson reports.

News and views

Faculty news

December 2023

The NSIA call for evidence, the appointment of Alan Vallance and ICAEW’s new chief executive, plus consultations and events.

opinion

Jon Moulton on issues facing the AIM

With the UK’s junior exchange hitting new lows for new listings, Jon Moulton takes a look at the issues it faces.

comment

Investing in a challenging market

Rutland Partners’ Will Southgate explains how the special situations firm is investing in the current market.

Connections

Corporate finance advisory

Promotions and those on the move in corporate finance advisory.

Legal advisory

Who’s on the move or been promoted in legal advisory.

Private equity

Recruitment and promotions in private equity.

Global investment and M&A

Trendwatch: dealmaking in the travel industry

The travel industry has rallied strongly after COVID-19 lockdowns and, despite concerns over cost-of-living pressures, the sector is firmly on the private equity deal radar.

Insider dealing: ECI investment in Commify

In a fast-moving tech world, business messaging expert Commify has adapted to stay the distance. New investment from ECI will help take it to the next level.

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Innovation and sustainable recovery

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Closing the gender gap: work in progress

Female-founded businesses are beginning to see an increase in investment, but when it comes to scaling and achieving exit, there is much more to be done.