Redditch-based supply chain specialist AMCO has invested approximately £2 million in twelve new Mercedes Actros trucks, expanding its fleet to 73 vehicles and 95 trailers to enhance customer service and driver safety.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cornish Metals reveals potential US government financing for South Crofty mine revival, aiming to supply tin to America and boost UK mining sector.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 announces £2 billion trade finance initiative to support UK SMEs expanding internationally, part of broader £35 billion funding plan for 2026.
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.
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.
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 reveals ambitious £370 million investment to launch 40 new stores across Britain in 2026, alongside 500 apprenticeship roles with competitive pay and benefits.
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.
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 Ventures has invested £17m in UK wealth app Chip, valuing the company at £208m. The funding combines media-for-equity with retail investment.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.