Grant Thornton | Behind the transaction

IPO readiness: What does the funding landscape look like?

Our latest episode on IPO readiness discusses the UK's funding landscape, and key regulatory updates to be aware of. This episode's guest is Iain Daly, Senior Client Adviser at H2Radnor.
The conversation covers: 
the current state of the UK market, including key investors
the changes impacting the funding landscape for public companies in the UK, including Mansion House and ISA reforms  
other regulatory updates, including listing rules, prospectus requirements, and tax
fund performance in the UK market  
investor sentiment  
IPO activity  
the market trajectory for the next 12 months. 

The private equity life cycle

In our latest episode of 'Behind the transaction' we look at the private equity (PE) life cycle and achieving successful returns for both firms and investors. 
Georgina Knight is joined by Amo Anim-Addo, from our private equity team, and Heidi Farley, from Growth Capital Partners, to explore the PE life cycle - from funding to strategic investments to enhancing business values. 

IPO readiness: Strengthening of processes, controls and governance

In this episode, we explore the significance of strong processes, controls, and governance for both pre-IPO and on-market companies. Danial Zulkefli is joined by experts from Taylor Maritime Limited, to discuss best practices and insights in preparing for an initial public offering.

Episode 25 | UK private equity outlook

After several years of political and economic uncertainty affecting deal numbers, private equity is demonstrating renewed confidence and resilience amid ongoing global challenges. Our latest podcast explores a wide view of the factors shaping the landscape.  
In this episode our experts reflect on our recent private equity research and discuss how developments across the economy, policy, and innovation will shape the industry in the near future. Our Head of Private Equity, Peter Terry, and Lucy Orhnial, Partner, were joined by Director of External Affairs at the British Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (BVCA), Karim Palant.

Accelerating action for female entrepreneurs

In celebration of International Women's Day, we’re delighted to host an inspiring conversation around accelerating action for female entrepreneurs. Join us as our panellists share their stories, challenges, and triumphs, and discuss how we can support future leaders and entrepreneurs.  
Hosted by Tamara Gillan, Founder and CEO of FFinc, you’ll learn about their journeys to success. From sharing failures and overcoming obstacles to navigating male-dominated industries, our guests contribute their insights, experiences, and strategies for success to support accelerating action and outcomes for female founders.  

Advising across the transaction lifecycle - executing a deal

Episode 22 | 2024 debt market review and 2025 outlook

Join us for our latest update on the debt markets. You’ll hear our experts’ opinions on activity throughout 2024 and their predictions for the next 12 months.  
In this episode George Fieldhouse, Head of CFA Debt Advisory, and Adam Hughes, Director, discuss the improving market throughout 2024 following the prior challenging period. They’ll consider the influence of the Autumn Budget and the outlook for debt finance in 2025. 

Episode 21 I Private equity in TMT: Future predictions

Join us in part two of our Private equity in TMT podcast episode where we turn our focus to what the future holds for the sector. 
 
In the latest episode of ‘behind the transaction’, our Grant Thornton hosts and guests from leading private equity firms discuss future trends to look out for in the sector, including how they see ESG and AI adoption in their respective focus areas.
 

Episode 20 | How will the Autumn Budget impact M&A?

Listen to the latest episode of ‘behind the transaction’ for more takeaways from Rachel Reeves’s first Budget.  
In this episode, Daniel Hartland, Private Tax Partner, and Sofie Morgan, Transactions Tax and Private Equity Director, discuss deal dynamics under the new Government. You’ll also learn what the Budget means for people buying and selling businesses and portfolio-company changes, and get their views on the outlook for the deals market.  

Episode 19 I Private equity in TMT: Investment and value creation strategies

Join us in part one of our Private equity in TMT podcast episode where guests from leading private equity funds address the reasons for private equity interest in the sector. 
 
In the latest episode of ‘behind the transaction’, our Grant Thornton hosts and guests discuss what TMT means in their world and how they make their respective investment and value-creation strategies. We also gain an insight into the different sub-sectors and why TMT is attractive to private equity firms.