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A regional accent

Article Abstract:

The market for management buyouts in the United Kingdom varies according to whether one takes a regional or a national view. Smaller deals have tended to take place at regional level, and larger deals at national level, but regional offices are increasingly handling medium-sized deals. There are key centers in Scotland, and central and northern England which are well placed to compete. There has been speculation about the impact of an economic slowdown in the UK on the sector. Transactions are likely to continue despite a slowdown for a number of reasons.

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Not too close to call

Article Abstract:

Close Brothers is one UK company offering a new venture capital trust for investors to gain tax advantages prior to the end of the fiscal year. Close Brothers is specializing in three areas where the company has expertise which will reduce the risks associated with venture capital trusts. The company also also backing management teams with experience rather than business start-ups. Meanwhile Noble and Company is launching a trust called the Augustus Trust, which is less attractive than Close Brothers' offering.

Mutual funds, Close Brothers Group PLC

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A director's guide to MBIs

Article Abstract:

Management buy-ins (MBIs) are an alternative to management buyouts for ambitious executives seeking to own their own companies. MBIs involve managing directors or other managers with experience who use their resources to purchase companies as going concerns from corporate sellers or owner-managers. The difficult task is to identify target companies as possible acquisitions. Size, location and sector are key considerations whenmaking this decision.

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