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A more stable currency
In the past 12 months, the pound has plummeted against the dollar and the euro....
News
One more bank to offer EU funding
The Bank of Scotland intends to make £250 million of funds available to businesses with fewer than 250 staff in the next two weeks. Business News / Wednesday, 3rd December 2008
Middle East and Africa ‘fastest improving region’
Conditions for entrepreneurship are improving faster in the Middle East and Africa than in any other part of the world, according to a report. Business News / Wednesday, 3rd December 2008
Intertek deal to test Eastern Europe
Intertek, a provider of safety services, has expanded its operations in Eastern Europe with the acquisition of a food testing laboratory in Poland. Mergers & Acquisitions / Tuesday, 2nd December 2008
Fuel distribution business wins investment
Rowilco Fuels, a Liverpool-based fuel distribution company, has received £600,000 from venture capital firm Alliance Fund Managers (AFM). Fundraising Deals / Tuesday, 2nd December 2008
Getting the job done
After Allan Leighton turned around the fortunes of ASDA and Lastminute.com, he could have opted for the easy life, but instead became chairman of the Royal Mail. He tells GB why he doesn’t do easy.
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Sector Focus
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- Business services
- Cleantech
- Construction & property
- Distribution
- Emerging markets
- Healthcare
Blogs
Nick Britton
The AIM dream lives on
Nov 19 2008Even in rosier economic times, who in their right mind would ever float their company on the stock market?
Simon Daniel
A more stable currency
Nov 12 2008In the past 12 months, the pound has plummeted against the dollar and the euro. The Swiss franc, normally regarded as a ‘safe haven’ currency, has fallen too.
Michael Jackson
Why leaders make the difference
Nov 26 2008I’m not a big bridge player, but I’ve always been fascinated by ‘duplicate bridge’.
Chris Ingram
The horrors of hubris
Nov 05 2008Hubris in business takes many forms. There’s the small stuff we can all have a chuckle about.
Videos
"There's no such thing as failure, only feedback"
The challenges David Ferry faced when starting and growing his business, Ferry Financial.
"There's no such thing as failure, only feedback"
David Ferry set up his business, Ferry Financial, because he believed there was a better way to do financial management
White Papers
10 Reasons Why Your Email is More Secure in a Hosted Environment versus an In-House
Take an in-depth look at the security risks associated with complex business email configurations and how hosted email solutions stack up.
10 Secrets to Recession-Proof Your Business
Discover ten strategies smart companies deploy to recession-proof their business, including how to curb spending, cut non-payroll costs, and use the downturn to your advantage.
10 Steps to a Successful CRM Implementation
Follow these 10 steps to help ensure that your CRM implementation is a success, from the planning stages to post-deployment improvements.
Deal Zone AIM, VC and PLUS deals as they happen
| Company | Industry | Market | Raised | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real Hotel Group (The) | Leisure | AIM | nil | Dec 2008 |
| JSJS Designs | Electronics | AIM | nil | Nov 2008 |
| Clayton, Dubilier & Rice | Investment | VC | £417 million | Nov 2008 |
| N&W Global Vending | Beverages | VC | Undisclosed | Nov 2008 |
| Movidia | Telecoms | VC | £14 million | Nov 2008 |
| Oxford Catalysts | Chemicals | AIM | £10.3m | Nov 2008 |
| Enara | Health | VC | £20 million | Nov 2008 |
| Knomo | Retail | VC | £490,000 | Nov 2008 |
Raising finance
Weighing up the Pre-Budget Report
Is the PBR an early Christmas present for businesses, or will it bring on a Boxing Day-style hangover? We ask entrepreneurs and experts for their verdict.
Hoping for healthy returns
Ron Petersen and Edward Rudd, partners at healthcare investor Longbow Capital, are in upbeat mood.
IPOs in the downturn
If you’re looking to list on a junior exchange in today’s dire financial environment, there are two steps you must take.
Entrepreneurs
In association with VodafoneThe Bentley laptop
Not everyone does badly in a recession, and if you're one of the lucky ones, what better way to show it than by strutting about with a laptop made from a luxury car?
The S2u Upright Bike
Think “online racing” and the image that springs to mind is of inactive teenagers who can hardly remember the last time they set foot outside.
Growth Strategies
in association with BTKnow the retirement rules
Sikin Andela, partner at Glovers Solicitors, warns of potential legal battles over requests to work beyond retirement age and reveals how to avoid them.
Five fleet cars for under £25,000
Steer your purchasing decision in the right direction with our round-up of the five most popular fleet cars on the market.
Spotlight on AIM 2008
This unique research report provides a comprehensive assessment of AIM and reveals the best-and worst-performing stocks on AIM of last year.
Cash Shells 2008
A comprehensive overview of cash shells on AIM, companies that have become a significant feature on the AIM landscape.
Search Marketing for a Growing Business
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AIM Guide 2007/2008
The 2007/2008 AIM Guide contains essential information for anyone interested in the Alternative Investment Market.
Business XL
Business XL is written by leaders for leaders. The magazine is a fountain of inside information and knowledge, which can only be delivered by people who have started, bought and grown their own business.
M&A Magazine
M&A Magazine is the leading mid-market monthly corporate finance publication in the UK.
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