Apple and Google Pledge Fair App Treatment in UK Deal
Apple and Google have committed to avoid discriminating against competing third-party apps in a voluntary agreement with the UK's Competition and Markets Authority.
Category : Business Investments
Coleen Rooney Increases Stake in Applied Nutrition
Liverpool-based wellness firm Applied Nutrition sees Coleen Rooney substantially increase her investment as the company expands its appeal to working mothers and broader demographics.
GCRE Data Centre and Renewable Energy Plans Delayed
Plans to secure a major data centre and renewable energy investment to help fund the £400m Global Centre of Rail Excellence project in Wales have been pushed back as the search for private funding continues.
Admiral Backs HSBC Fund for UK Mid-Market Firms
Motor insurance group Admiral invests in HSBC's UK Direct Lending Fund, supporting mid-market companies like Impact Food Group and TXO to expand operations and drive economic growth.
Sidekick Secures £7.8m Funding to Grow Cardiff Hub
Fintech venture Sidekick has raised £7.8 million in Series A funding, led by Eos Ventures and the Development Bank of Wales, to accelerate expansion of its Cardiff operational hub and make sophisticated investment tools more accessible.
Widnes Car Dealership Enters Liquidation After 22 Years
Glynn Andrews Car Sales Limited, a family-run used car dealership in Widnes, has appointed liquidators following a creditors' meeting, ending over two decades of operation.
US Interest in Financing Cornish Tin Mine Project
Cornish Metals reveals potential US government financing for South Crofty mine revival, aiming to supply tin to America and boost UK mining sector.
Silver Tree Bakery Opens Third Shop at Thorpe Estate
Sutton Coldfield's popular Silver Tree Bakery announces expansion to Thorpe Estate near Tamworth, supported by £50k Rural England Prosperity Fund grant for heritage building conversion.
Infinium Wins Investment for UK Holiday Park WiFi Rollout
Preston-based Infinium Group receives seven-figure funding from River Capital to expand its EDGE WiFi platform across UK holiday parks, aiming to serve thousands of operators nationwide.
Adderstone Group Expands to Falkland Islands with New Business
Newcastle-based Adderstone Group has launched a new construction company in the Falkland Islands, starting with a £1.5m hangar refurbishment project and planning further infrastructure work.
Plymouth Tungsten Mine Revival Nears Funding Milestone
Tungsten West announces progress on financing for Hemerdon mine near Plymouth, aiming to restart production within 12 months to supply 20% of global tungsten outside China.
Crayola's UK Investment to Double Business by 2028
American crayon manufacturer Crayola announces multimillion-pound investment in UK and Ireland, creating 23 jobs in Woking and planning to double regional business by 2028.
TrueStart Coffee Secures Major Investment for Growth
Bristol-based TrueStart Coffee, founded by Helena and Simon Hills, has secured significant Series A funding led by JamJar Investments to expand its product range and direct-to-consumer operations.
Lloyds Bank £2bn Trade Finance for SMEs
Lloyds Bank announces £2 billion trade finance initiative to support UK SMEs expanding internationally, part of broader £35 billion funding plan for 2026.
BGF Plans £500m Investment in Wales and South West
Equity investor BGF reports strong activity in Wales and South West England, with £500m identified to back business growth and successful exits including Victorian Sliders.
Federal Cafe £3m Investment to Create 250 Jobs
Manchester-based brunch and coffee group Federal plans to create up to 250 new jobs across the UK after securing a £3 million investment from Foresight Group to accelerate regional expansion.
AK Teaching Acquired by Zen Educate in Education Sector Deal
Sunderland-based education recruitment specialist AK Teaching has been acquired by technology-driven national operator Zen Educate, with the existing management team retained to drive growth.
Aldi to Open 40 New UK Stores with £370m Investment
Aldi reveals ambitious £370 million investment to launch 40 new stores across Britain in 2026, alongside 500 apprenticeship roles with competitive pay and benefits.
Enshore Subsea Gets £100m for German Renewable Energy Work
Northumberland-based cable protection specialist Enshore Subsea has secured a £100 million funding package from HSBC to support major renewable energy projects in the German North Sea.
Quorum Technology Acquired by Norwegian Firm Volue
County Durham IT infrastructure firm Quorum Technology has been acquired by Norwegian energy transition specialist Volue in a deal expected to boost recruitment and accelerate growth in the UK energy sector.
Channel 4 Backs Chip App in £17m Funding Round
Channel 4 Ventures has invested £17m in UK wealth app Chip, valuing the company at £208m. The funding combines media-for-equity with retail investment.
US Fitness Giant Opens UK HQ in Gloucester
REP Fitness, a leading US home gym equipment brand, has established its UK headquarters and a flagship showroom in Gloucester, creating jobs and supporting European growth.
Black Sheep Brewery Saved, 145 Jobs Secured in Rescue
Great British Drinks Company acquires Black Sheep Brewery in a £6.5m rescue deal, saving 145 jobs and planning £2m investment to revive the Yorkshire craft beer icon.
SCS Wins Seven-Figure Investment for National Growth
Cheshire-based luxury chauffeur service SCS has secured a seven-figure investment from Arete Capital Partners and River Capital, enabling fleet expansion, technology investment, and national acquisitions.
Kitwave Agrees £251m Takeover by US Private Equity
North East-based wholesaler Kitwave has accepted a £251m takeover bid from US private equity firm OEP, marking a new chapter for the business that began in 1987.
Kraken London IPO 'No Brainer' If Capital Returns
Octopus Energy's Greg Jackson says choosing London for Kraken's £7bn flotation would be obvious if UK markets attract fresh investment, amid regulatory reforms and government backing.
Wales sold £4.6m Verona stake before £2bn Merck payday
The Welsh Government sold its early stake in life sciences firm Verona Pharma for a modest profit, missing out on a potential £2bn windfall when Merck bought the company for $10bn. A story of patient capital lost.
Advantex management buyout backed by NPIF investment
A seven-figure investment from the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II has enabled a management buyout at Gateshead IT firm Advantex, securing 70 jobs and driving recruitment. Read more about this regional growth story.
Nationwide pledges £25m to support female entrepreneurs
Nationwide Building Society announces a £25 million investment to back the Invest in Women Taskforce, aiming to fuel economic growth and create a fairer financial system for female founders.
Octopus Energy sells $1bn stake in Kraken Technologies
Octopus Energy sells a $1bn minority stake in its Kraken Technologies division, valuing the AI platform at £6.4bn. The move paves the way for a potential public listing. Read the full details.
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