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DSW FY revenues jump 62% following DR Solicitors acquisition

Manchester-based DSW Capital has reported that revenues rose by a “record” 62% to £25.8m in the year to 31 March, as the firm prioritised M&A activity, productivity and its entry into the legal sector with the acquisition of DR Solicitors. The DR Solicitors deal, which was completed in November 2024,…

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Dains acquires Consilium Chartered Accountants

Dains Group has announced the acquisition of Glasgow-based Consilium Chartered Accountants for an undisclosed sum. The new deal marks the group’s first acquisition since securing private equity backing from IK Partners (IK). Consilium Chartered Accountants, founded in 2013, has grown into a team of 200 professionals with offices across Scotland’s…

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DSW completes £809m worth deals in 2024

In 2024, Dow Schofield Watts has facilitated more than £809m worth of deals, advising on 22 significant transactions spanning a range of sectors, including facilities management services, technology firms, food brands and more. Despite challenging market conditions, the Dow Schofield Watts team saw an influx of deals in the lead-up…

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Dow Schofield Watts Midlands appoints new strategic advisor

Former Dentons UK managing partner Brandon Ransley has been appointed strategic advisor to Dow Schofield Watts’ Corporate Finance team in the Midlands. Ransley brings more than two decades of leadership and management experience, and now works with a handful of regional businesses in a non-executive and advisory capacity. With extensive…

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DSW Capital appoints new CEO designate

DSW Capital has announced that Shru Morris, who joined the group as deputy CEO in August 2024, has today been appointed CEO designate. Morris will succeed James Dow on 1 April 2025, when he steps down as CEO.  She is a highly experienced finance professional and CEO with a strong…

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DSW Capital network revenues rise to £7.8m in H1 FY25

DSW Capital has reported H1 FY25 network revenues of £7.8m, an increase from £7.3m in H1 FY24. This resulted in total income from licensees of £1.1m (H1 FY24: £1.1m) and adjusted pre-tax profit of £0.1m (H1 FY24: £0.2m). The group attributed this positive performance to strong levels of M&A activity…

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Hurst promotes two in tax and corporate finance teams

Hurst has announced that it has promoted Jennifer Escott and Matthew Taylor in its tax and corporate finance teams respectively. Escott has been promoted to associate tax manager after joining Hurst from EY early last year. She has been involved in projects ranging from corporation tax and personal tax compliance…

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DSW Midlands team trebles headcount following key hires

Dow Schofield Watts (DSW) has announced that its Midlands Corporate Finance team has trebled its headcount, from three to nine, in its first year. The office’s growth has been bolstered by the addition of several key hires. Launched by Harry Walker, Fahim Kassam, and Daniel Choucino, who all joined from…

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Dow Schofield Watts appoints senior analyst to Cardiff corporate finance team

Dow Schofield Watts (DSW) has strengthened its Cardiff corporate finance team with the appointment of Ben Nix as senior analyst and will work across Wales and the South West. Nix joins from Advantage Accountancy and Advisory where he was an associate. His experience includes corporate finance advisory, market research and…

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Today’s news in brief – 5/7/2024

The ACCA has urged the new Labour government to focus on finance and economics in the first 100 days after Keir Starmer’s landslide victory. They recommend addressing economic, fiscal, and corporate governance issues, improving HMRC, boosting business confidence, and supporting small businesses. The ACCA highlights a significant skills gap and…

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