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Corporate Finance Special Report
‘Scale, sector resilience, growth’: The crucial factors for private equity investors
Technology, business and professional services, and healthcare are growing sectors with strong prospects for expansion
To borrow or not to borrow: The first but possibly not the best option
For a business in need of capital, navigating the complex funding landscape can often be the first challenge
Out of the valley of death: Raising the capital to get to market
Pre-seed funding options for early stage start-ups
Sowing the seeds of success: How founders should approach early-stage funding
While there are more players than ever in the seed capital market, global uncertainty is making investors nervous
Financing large-scale projects: the right mix of tools can make all the difference
For the majority of businesses, funding a major project requires a careful balance between ambition and financial stability
Heaven-sent investors bring expertise, commitment and money to the table
The introduction of a new angel investor tax relief is designed to stimulate investment in early-stage, innovative SMEs
‘Let excess cash boost your bottom line and strengthen your firm’s financial position’
Effective cash flow management lays the groundwork for long term stability and success
Facilitating future growth: Could pension funds plug the scaling finance gap?
Resilience and adaptability of Irish business pay off handsomely in turbulent times but investment needed to boost SME growth
Good research and networking essential to raise equity funding
For very early-stage companies, valuation is more art than science, and investors look beyond traditional valuation methods
Working capital: the oil to keep the business running
Figuring out where the capital is tied up is the first step to figuring out how to finance a steady flow
Are Irish SMEs ‘missing a trick’ by not floating on the public market?
An IPO is increasingly accessible to smaller companies with a clear growth path, yet there have been no new listings on Euronext Dublin since 2023
Don’t accept the first offer – choosing the right VC partner is critical
Venture capital is designed for high-growth, scalable businesses with innovative products or services; founders should look for meaningful support alongside money
Proof, not promises, the way to secure restructuring support
Accessing the finances needed to fund restructuring can be challenging; speed and clarity are critical
Green finance is fast moving from niche to norm
From green bonds that fund renewable energy projects to bank loans linked to carbon-reduction targets, this new wave of capital is helping companies align profitability with responsibility
Getting the funding mix right crucial for successful acquisitions
Not every company has the ready cash to finance the purchase of another business. And even if they did, it might not be the best use for the money
Hardheaded approach pays dividends when funding MBOs
Access to a broad range of funding options when planning an MBO will avoid excess leverage
Venture capital versus private equity – which will work best for your business?
To attract VC or PE your company needs to be at the right stage of the funding journey
How management buyouts can be facilitated by specialist lenders
Teams looking to take the helm via an MBO have a variety of funding options open to them
An IPO can fund innovation, growth and acquisitions, and maximise value
A stock market flotation has clear benefits for companies seeking to access capital, though there are potential downsides
Proactively manage your working capital to help keep cash flow smooth
What can businesses do when they face a working capital or payment cycle issue?
No shortage of finance for good companies with sound propositions
Businesses need access to capital for a variety of reasons, so what are the options open to companies seeking finance in an elevated interest rate environment?
Angel investors a heaven-sent source of capital for early-stage firms
Angel investors, who usually provide capital in exchange taking an equity stake, are increasingly important for start-ups and early-stage businesses
Is it ever too early for a company to use equity to raise funds?
A funding partner that understands the business and is supportive to growth can deliver significant additional value
M&A financing: What’s the best funding option for acquisition deals?
Some of Ireland’s most successful businesses are serial acquirers. The question for many companies is how to fund mergers and acquisitions
Financing big projects: Make the right decisions at the outset
Debating the pros and cons of each funding option is the first step in planning a big investment project such as a wind or solar farm
Debt: Experts offer advice about when, how and why to take it on
The reality is that debt may be an expensive form of finance and, depending on the scenario, not always be the best option
Enhanced analytics among new indispensables of corporate finance
The overarching trend in corporate finance is rapid transformation in a challenging economic environment
Ways to raise the capital that will keep your business working
Irish companies have plenty of options when it comes to finding and financing working capital
Business funding is available – but have a plan and seek advice
The labyrinth of funding options available to businesses can be a challenge to navigate so it is important they prepare robust and defendable projections to illustrate repayment capacity and future profitability
Going public: Flotation gives access to capital but has other benefits
The fact that investors tend to target firms worth €100m-plus doesn’t mean smaller companies shouldn’t seek out the stock market
In a management buyout don’t let emotion cloud business sense
MBOs typically require debt funding – both parties should go in with their eyes open, considering all the risks
Seed funding: Are we doing enough to nurture Ireland’s start-ups?
Grants can be a godsend but start-ups face many obstacles on the road to becoming successful businesses
All things being equity: When selling a stake can help firms grow
Bringing new equity into a business has pros and cons but the right plan can make it profitable for founders and investors
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