Actum Group

Kanika Goela, Investment Director at Patria Global Private Markets Solutions Private Equity, shares insights with Actum Group on emerging opportunities, strategic directions, and the company's commitment to sustainability following Patria Investments' acquisition of Abrdn’s private equity business. Key Highlights: • Strategic Expansion • Mid-Market Focus • Sustainability Commitment • Diversified Investment Approach 🌍💡 Read the full LP profile at https://lnkd.in/dygMs7bs #PrivateEquity #Sustainability  #StrategicGrowth #MidMarket #ESG #ValueCreation #ValueLevers

The latest Actum Group uncovers the recent trends shaping the bolt-on acquisition landscape in the UK. While domestic deals are on the rise, international bolt-ons have taken a hit as sponsors adopt a more cautious approach in these challenging times. Read the full report at https://lnkd.in/dSbaVgV6 The analysis includes insights from James Cross, Partner in the Private Equity and Funds Practice at Hogan Lovells; Leigh Webb, Head of Financial Sponsors Coverage at Oppenheimer & Co. Inc.; and Graeme Mckinstry, Investment Director at Foresight Group. #PrivateEquity #MergersAndAcquisitions #ValueCreation #ValueLevers

Peter Warburton, Director at Vista Insurance, delves into the role of artificial intelligence in insurance due diligence, in Actum Group's latest Comment & Opinion piece. Discover how #AI is not just transforming the landscape but also presenting new challenges and opportunities in the sector. Dive deeper into the discussion and gain expert insights by reading the full article: https://lnkd.in/dy6duB34 #ArtificialIntelligence #InsuranceIndustry #ActumGroup #Innovation #RiskManagement

Actum Group's latest deep dive explores the impact of the UK's Financial Conduct Authority overhauling its listing regulations—the most significant shift in over three decades. With companies increasingly delisting from the London Stock Exchange or moving to international markets, will these changes bring private equity back to the IPO table? The analysis features the views of Jon Edirmanasinghe, Jasper van Heesch, Will Munday, and Georg Wunderlin. Read the full analysis at https://lnkd.in/gFZgsjkq #PrivateEquity #IPO #FCA #ValueCreation

Scotland is experiencing an unprecedented surge in growth funding. What's driving this boom? To find out more about these trends and what they mean, read Actum Group's latest report by visiting https://lnkd.in/d9Vcjxxd The report includes insights from Max Scharbert, Director at Anderson Strathern, and Russell Dalgleish, Founding Managing Partner of Exolta Capital Partners and Founding Chair of the Scottish Business Network. #Scotland #GrowthFunding #ValueCreation #ValueLevers

After years of low interest, Northern Ireland is starting to turn a corner, with significant growth in investments over the past 12 months. Actum Group deep dives into the factors driving this change and the potential for future growth. Highlights include: 🔸️A £300m investment in Kingsbridge Healthcare Group by Exponent 🔸️A 60% growth in deal numbers in the first half of this year 🔸️The Northern Ireland Protocol and Windsor Framework position the region uniquely within both UK and EU markets 🔍To read the full analysis, visit https://lnkd.in/dFgxtw9k #ValueCreation #NorthernIreland #PrivateEquity #ValueLevers

Actum Group’s mid-year growth report, on the UK, reveals a complex landscape, marked by cautious optimism and selective deal-making. Despite a challenging macroeconomic environment and geopolitical uncertainty, there are emerging signs of recovery and adaptation within the sector. 📈 Key highlights from the report include: ▪️A gradual increase in the number of investments, although deal values remain subdued compared to previous highs. ▪️Significant shifts towards more strategic, value-driven investments. ▪️The emergence of regional growth funds which are starting to reshape the investment landscape by targeting previously underrepresented areas. To find out more about the specific drivers of these trends, the impact of regulatory changes, and how venture capital strategies are evolving in response to the current economic climate, read the full article at https://lnkd.in/d7C9iNyV The analysis features insights from David Nixon, Senior Investment Manager at Maven Capital Partners. #UKInvestment #ValueCreation #ValueLevers

Bruce Douglas, Founder and Director of Confidas People, shares his insights on management due diligence as a growing practice in private equity deals and value creation, with Actum Group. He discusses the importance of assessing management teams, utilising tools like psychometric assessments and extensive referencing to ensure investors have a comprehensive understanding of a team's strengths and weaknesses. 📖 To read the full article, click here: https://lnkd.in/dCsP86ag #PrivateEquity #ManagementDueDiligence #ValueCreation #ValueLevers

Alex Thomson, Growth Capital Partners Partner and a member of the investment team, talks to Actum Group about the impact digital transformation is having across the services and tech sectors.  🔍 For a deeper dive into Alex's insights and how GCP is driving digital transformation, check out the full article at https://lnkd.in/gHcdGj4j  #DigitalTransformation #GrowthCapitalPartners #ValueLevers #ValueCreation #ActumGroup 

Despite a challenging economic landscape, the latest Actum Group’s analysis finds that the UK buyout market is showing promising signs of recovery with a 10.2% increase in deals compared to the second half of 2023. 📈 Discover how falling inflation, stable interest rates, and strategic value creation are shaping the market by reading the H1 2024 Buyout Report at https://lnkd.in/ePmirp_U  The analysis includes insights from Jasper van Heesch, Private Equity Senior Analyst and Director, at RSM UK; Anjali de Robillard, Mid-Cap Director at Astorg; and Sinan Erhan, Head of UK and Partner in the Strategy and Transaction Advisory team at OMMAX. #PrivateEquity #BuyoutMarket #ValueCreation #ValueLevers