Author: Romilly Hicks
Reflections from our Funding & Growth Forum with the London Stock Exchange
Categories: BlogReflections from our Funding & Growth Forum with the London Stock Exchange What the public markets really require: reflections from the LSEG Growth & Funding Forum. Last week, Cavendish joined London Stock Exchange Group for the Growth & Funding Forum – a day of frank, practitioner-led conversation about the case for public markets, and what…
Five Reasons to IPO
Categories: BlogFive Reasons to IPO An IPO isn’t just about raising money. It never was. We hear this repeatedly from founders – the real reasons ambitious businesses choose to go public go far beyond capital. 1. Flexible access to capitalListed companies can raise efficiently and repeatedly, whether to fund organic growth, pursue acquisitions, or strengthen the…
GovTech 2025: The UK’s next big tech opportunity?
Categories: NewsGovTech 2025: The UK’s next big tech opportunity? By Cavendish After a period of steady build-up, momentum in the UK GovTech sector is accelerating. In our latest technology report, we explore how public sector transformation, digitalisation, and AI are creating new opportunities for technology businesses and investors. Government reform, increased adoption of cloud and as-a-service…
Why padel is emerging as a serious play in UK leisure
Categories: BlogWhy padel is emerging as a serious play in UK leisure By Jananan Nathan Padel is gaining traction across the nation as one of the UK’s fastest-growing sports. The sport has quickly established itself as an increasingly popular alternative to its traditional racquet counterparts, with the Lawn Tennis Association recently announcing the milestone of 1,000…
Why the market is wrong about construction risk in 2025
Categories: NewsWhy the market is wrong about construction risk in 2025 By max hayes Markets remain wary that a mispriced contract could destabilise an entire business – these concerns are increasingly outdated.” Max Hayes Research AssociateCavendish For years, UK construction has been perceived as a risky sector, with high-profile corporate collapses reinforcing investor sentiment that risks…
Bright spots in a difficult market: how QSR operators are winning in 2025
Bright spots in a difficult market: how QSR operators are winning in 2025 By HENRY WELLS Anyone involved in the UK’s hospitality sector knows all too well the sector is facing many significant challenges. While inflationary pressures have cooled from their 2023 highs, economic headwinds remain after the fallout of the Autumn Budget, where the…
Consumer Note Sub-Sector in Focus: Health & Wellness
Consumer Note Sub-Sector in Focus: Health & Wellness By Cavendish After a quieter cycle, M&A activity in the health and wellness space is picking up pace. In our Q2 2025 Consumer Note, we explore the return of strategic and financial buyers across categories from supplements to lifestyle platforms. Investor focus is sharpening around businesses with:…
The Joy of Techs
Categories: NewsNot just a cyber attack – this was an M&S cyber attack The Joy of Techs By Cavendish This report forms part of our premiumresearch. Please contact research@cavendish.comif you would like full access. Ransomware hits the High Street: the high-profile ransomware attacks on Marks & Spencer, the Co-Op, and Harrods, bring discussion of cybersecurity to…
Consumer Quarterly Report Sub-Sector in Focus: Restaurants
Consumer Quarterly Report Sub-Sector in Focus: Restaurants By Cavendish Cavendish’s Consumer Quarterly Report explores the key themes impacting the UK consumer landscape, with a particular spotlight on the Restaurants sub-sector. This edition offers insights into recent headwinds, emerging opportunities, and the evolving M&A landscape in the Restaurants sub-sector. Henry Wells, Head of Consumer at Cavendish,…
Lisa Gordon named City Champion of the Year at the 2025 City AM Awards
Categories: NewsLisa Gordon named City Champion of the Year at the 2025 City AM Awards By Cavendish “I’m honoured to receive this award. Capital markets are a force for good, and the City thrives on ambitious, high-growth companies. Through Cavendish and CMIT, I’ve been proud to work with others driving real progress. There’s more to do,…
