European corporate venture capital teams should reflect on their rights in light of falling valuations, revised exit expectations, and other challenges. This year has been challenging for venture capital (VC).
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As interest in European SPACs heats up amid an increasingly receptive regulatory environment, dealmakers must navigate market differences.
While US special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) IPOs and related M&A activity...more
Startups and scale-ups in Europe’s tech and life sciences sectors have flourished dramatically over the past year, fueled by pandemic-induced demand and a wall of investor cash. Early funding rounds are getting bigger, while...more
Proposed changes to the UK Listing Rules would allow certain SPACs to avoid a listing suspension.
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..The FCA is proposing to amend its rules so that SPACs meeting certain conditions and disclosure...more
Creative Uses of Collateral Present New Financing Opportunities for PE -
Raising fresh capital for portfolio companies in times of financial stress is always a delicate balancing act between attracting new lenders and...more
3/18/2021
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Despite certain regulatory and challenges, PE buyers will likely see more investment opportunities in the gaming industry. The global gaming market reached a valuation of US$135.8 billion in 2020, accounting for a staggering...more
3/17/2021
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Emerging companies have historically been backed by venture capital funds, but as Europe’s startup scene matures, involvement by more traditional private equity investors is growing, particularly in the tech, consumer, and...more
12/17/2020
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As private equity targets emerging companies, PE investors are expanding VC deal terms and dynamics.
Emerging companies have historically been backed by venture capital funds, but as Europe’s startup scene matures,...more
The scheme opens on 20 May 2020 and is available on a “first come, first served” basis.
On 18 May 2020, the UK government released a draft of its convertible loan note agreement and details of the application process for...more