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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.

Private Equity 2026: AI Caution & Slower Deals

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.

Exchange bosses call 2024 crucial for EU capital markets

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 lead 2025 London partner hiring surge

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.

Private MRI scans offer faster results amid NHS waits

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.

Oakley Capital buys GLAS in £1bn+ finance deal

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 Sets Takeover Bid Deadline

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.

Octopus Energy Sells Stake in $10bn Kraken Tech Arm

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.

Ilex Capital hedge fund pays top earner £78m

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.

Quiz: 17 Tricky Questions on London's History

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.

Shoppers Unconvinced by TG Jones High Street Revamp

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?

TGI Fridays UK Files for Administration Again

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.

Colliers Wood tower plans face backlash after £3m safety bill

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.

Private Capital Reshapes Sports Finance Future

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.

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