BVCA rebrands to UK Private Capital
The British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association changes name to UK Private Capital, reflecting its expanded role in the UK's £13,000 company-strong investment landscape. Discover the strategic move.
The British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association changes name to UK Private Capital, reflecting its expanded role in the UK's £13,000 company-strong investment landscape. Discover the strategic move.
CVC Capital Partners' Global Sport Group, owner of Six Nations and La Liga stakes, is raising billions in debt to fund a global sports acquisition spree. Read the full story.
Discover Tampere, Finland's hidden gem and 2026 European Capital of Smart Tourism. From centuries-old saunas to quirky museums, find out why this lakeside city is a must-visit.
Private equity deals will take longer in 2026 as firms use continuation vehicles. AI caution grows, while £893tn of 'dry powder' fuels public-to-private deals. Expert analysis inside.
FN London unveils its 2026 list of the most influential professionals shaping the private equity secondaries market. Discover the rising stars and key trends.
Top European exchange executives warn 2024 is a make-or-break year for EU capital markets reforms. Success hinges on swift, unified action to boost competitiveness and attract listings. Read the full analysis.
US law firms dominated a 21% surge in London partner hires in 2025, driven by private capital. Demand for tech and AI lawyers is set to continue the trend in 2026. Read the full analysis.
Facing long NHS waiting lists, patients are turning to private scans for results in days. Services like Scan.com offer MRI scans from £300 with direct booking. Discover a quicker path to diagnosis.
Private equity firm Oakley Capital, backer of Time Out, secures a majority stake in loan administration leader GLAS. The £1bn+ deal signals major growth in private credit. Discover the details.
Spire Healthcare, the UK's largest private hospital group, has set a 20 January deadline for suitors to express takeover interest. Learn about the shareholder pressure and potential sale.
Private equity giant CVC Capital Partners is finalising external investment for its $14bn Global Sport Group, paving the way for major new sports acquisitions in 2026. Read the exclusive details.
Octopus Energy is set to sell a major stake in its software business Kraken Technologies, valuing it at up to $10bn. D1 Capital Partners and Fidelity are among the investors. Read the full story.
Your complete guide to welcoming 2026 across Australia. Discover fireworks times, family events, party zones and weather forecasts for Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and all capital cities.
Former Citadel traders' London hedge fund, Ilex Capital, paid its highest-earning partner £78m last year as assets surged. Discover the fund's remarkable performance and key figures.
Silicon Valley's elite, including OpenAI and SpaceX, are preparing for blockbuster IPOs by 2026 to fund soaring AI and space exploration costs. Discover the shift from private to public markets.
Think you know London? Put your knowledge of the capital's monuments, famous faces, and hidden history to the test with our 17-question quiz. Perfect for history buffs and curious Londoners alike.
Six months after WH Smith's high street sale, TG Jones struggles to win over shoppers. Many see little change, as the chain faces tough competition and a cost-of-living crisis. Will investment plans be enough?
After a decade of earthquakes and terror, Christchurch emerges as NZ's fastest-growing, most vibrant city. Discover its remarkable revival story.
BNP Paribas has restructured its capital markets leadership, promoting Michael Lynagh and Olivier Jourdan to new co-head roles. Discover the strategic moves shaping the bank's future.
The UK operator of TGI Fridays has filed to appoint administrators for the second time in December, putting 49 restaurants and over 2,000 jobs at risk. The chain seeks a last-minute rescue deal.
Singer Jessie J opens up about the guilt of delaying her breast cancer surgery to perform for 80,000 fans at the Capital Summertime Ball. Read her powerful interview on changing the cancer narrative.
HSBC has recruited former Citi veteran Ida Liu to head its global private banking division, aiming to strengthen its wealth management services for ultra-high-net-worth clients.
Criterion Capital faces fierce local opposition to three new tower blocks near Colliers Wood Tube after a falling window pane from its existing building left Merton Council with a £3 million safety bill. Councillors say trust is broken.
Research reveals Gloucester as the UK's BDSM hotspot, with Hounslow leading in searches. Discover the surprising sex toy trends across British cities.
Australians face a Christmas Day of weather extremes, from scorching 41C heat in Perth to a chilly 16C in Hobart. Discover the forecast for your capital city and how to plan your celebrations.
A UK private detective reveals four shocking cases, from secret families to benefit fraud, exposing the hidden lives people lead. Read his astonishing stories here.
Explore how institutional private capital is transforming football, Formula 1, and sports infrastructure as a mature asset class. Discover why London is at the heart of this financial shift.
London's Harley Street Health Centre celebrates 27 years, offering transparent pricing, rapid test results, and affordable private GP care. Discover their patient-first approach.
Donald Trump Jr's secretive meeting in Gibraltar fuels concerns over the Trump family's global business dealings while in power. Explore the conflicts and the cash.
Hedge fund giant Point72 recruits former Eisler Capital money manager, Adam Bitel, for its London office, signalling continued expansion in the UK market. Read the full story.