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If you’ve just bought a business, or are considering buying a struggling company, there are lessons to be learned from this story of mis-management. Let’s take a look at the reasons behind the collapse and examine what to look out for to avoid falling foul of the same problems when taking over an existing business. Why didn’t Thomas Cook go into administration? Thomas Cook has been operating for 178 years in the UK and had a solid reputation, 21,000 employees around the wor...
Atlassian’s public term sheet - What should you take from it?
Let’s take a more detailed look at the business and its decision, as well as examining some of...
How to capitalise on failing competitors
It can be tempting to revel in the struggles of one of your competitors, to think about scooping up ...
Make the most of your retirement sale
Selling your business can be an effective and satisfying means of funding your retirement. After pot...
Investment opportunities for tech startups looking to expand
It’s hard to keep up with the advancements in technology these days, and this is reflected in ...
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Startup vs long-established company
Learn about the difference between acquiring a startup and a long-established business....
How to create lasting value from an acquisition
Anyone embarking on an acquisition has a better chance of creating lasting value if they make this a...
Research shows a successful acquisition makes for a greener business
New research suggests that businesses that undertake successful acquisitions are more likely to also...
How do you know when the right time is to sell your business?
When you’ve dedicated yourself to a business - whether started from scratch or taken on at a l...
Foreign investors and buyers swooping on UK business assets
As the Brexit-date approaches, the surrounding uncertainty has driven down the pound to its lowest l...
New business insolvency proposals will give HMRC preferential status
This means that funds currently available for distribution to employees and other creditors, includi...
What financing options do I have to support my next acquisition?
Whether you’re new to business or looking to expand your empire, if you decide to make an acqu...
What financing options do I have to turn around my struggling business?
If your business is struggling, the idea of seeking finance could feel especially daunting. However,...
Are you ready to face the disruptors? Bridging the innovation-execution gap
How is digital disruption affecting industries? Although digital disruption affects different indus...
What role does middle management play in a successful M&A deal?
How can middle managers help a business complete a deal successfully? There are many ways in which ...
The Ten Types of Successful Acquisition
If you are embarking on a takeover that simply fulfils a strategic purpose such as ‘growth&rsq...