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SigmaRoc is expanding its Baltic minerals platform through major acquisition. The London-listed group is buying Lithuanian producer AB Dolomitas for €110m plus €8m of non-core assets, adding high-grade dolomite reserves and production capacity.
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Claret Capital has closed its latest fund well above target. The London growth-debt manager raised €575m across Fund IV and related mandates, with nearly a third already deployed into European technology, life sciences, and impact companies.
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Portman Finance is attracting private-equity interest at substantial valuations today. The specialist SME lender and broker is reported to be in talks over a transaction that could value the Northampton-based business at more than £300m.
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Standard Life has lifted profit and cash generation strongly today. First-half adjusted operating profit rose 25% to £563m as the retirement group remained on track for its 2026 targets ahead of the planned Aegon UK acquisition.
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Northern scaleups are set for a significant new capital pool. British Business Bank plans to commit up to £150m to a fund making £5m-to-£15m investments across northern England, including university spinouts and high-growth technology businesses.
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Molten has secured major backing for its latest growth fund. British Business Bank has committed £75m as a cornerstone investor, helping the venture platform reach a £175m first close for later-stage UK and European technology companies.
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Spire is changing leadership as its private takeover moves forward. Justin Ash is retiring as chief executive, with Sir David Sloman becoming interim CEO as Tulip UK Bidco prepares to take ownership.
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EDF is pursuing So Energy customers amid market consolidation talks. Discussions could add roughly 300,000 household customers to EDF, although no transaction has been agreed and other bidders remain in contention.
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Castore is exploring strategic options after receiving multiple takeover approaches. The sportswear group has appointed JPMorgan, with possible outcomes ranging from minority investment or partnership to a full sale or no transaction.
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Government plans would substantially simplify reporting obligations across UK companies. Proposals include wider audit exemptions, digital-first shareholder communications, and a solvency-based approach to distributable profits.