Expansion
We cover the latest developments in firms that are targeting sustainable growth, and explore their strategic planning, financial management, funding options, talent acquisition, and technology adoption to support this. Feature pieces include best practices for managing increased complexity, maintaining compliance across multiple locations, and adapting leadership approaches during expansion.
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Jul- 2025 -9 JulyBusiness
Market uncertainty and investor caution stalls LSE IPO activity, EY finds
The London Stock Exchange saw just nine new listings in the first half of 2025, as heightened geopolitical turbulence continued to dampen market activity, according to data from EY. These nine listings raised £182.8m in total, a 64% year-on-year fall in deal value from the £513.8m raised in H1 2024.…
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8 JulyBusiness
Quantify Advisors targets expansion after completing £150m in deals
Quantify Advisors, a corporate finance firm based in Aberdeen, is targeting further growth after advising on £150m in deals during its first year in business. Founded by corporate finance professionals Tom Faichnie and Melanie Clark, the firm has advised on 14 completed transactions, including advising Hero Brands on securing investment…
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7 JulyBusiness
Wilson Partners picks Iplicit to overhaul finance functions
Wilson Partners has partnered with cloud accounting provider Iplicit to overhaul its finance function ahead of a planned expansion. The firm aims to double its annual turnover to £60m within two years through a mix of organic growth and acquisitions. It has selected Iplicit to provide a centralised platform capable…
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7 JulyAccounting Firms
Northern Accountants expands into HR with new sister brand
Leeds-headquartered Northern Accountants has launched a sister brand, Northern HR, as the firm advances its goal to become a top 100 UK practice. The new venture will be led by HR business partner Paula Ingham, a former consultancy owner with around 30 years’ experience. A long-standing chartered member of the…
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4 JulyPeople Moves
Duncan and Toplis appoints Ian Brown as CFO
Duncan and Toplis has appointed Ian Brown to its executive leadership team as chief finance officer. His appointment comes as the firm prepares to mark its centenary in 2025 during what it describes as its “strongest period of growth to date”. Over the past year, Duncan and Toplis has expanded…
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3 JulyBusiness
FRP launches Manchester-based forensic services team
FRP has announced that it has launched a new forensic services team in Manchester with the appointment of Michael Brian as a director. The firm stated that the move bolsters its forensic services capabilities in the region and complements its already strong restructuring advisory and corporate finance practices in the…
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Jun- 2025 -30 JuneLatest News
Duncan and Toplis acquires Torr Waterfield
Duncan and Toplis has acquired accountancy firm Torr Waterfield, marking the group’s first dedicated office in Leicester and continuing its expansion across the Midlands. Following the acquisition, the Leicester-based firm’s 65 staff – including co-founders Mark Torr and Mike Waterfield – will remain in post at their Clarence Street office. …
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26 JuneAccounting Firms
PKF Littlejohn launches new Manchester restructuring practice
PKF Littlejohn has launched a restructuring practice in Manchester, appointing three new partners as it expands its presence in the North West. The new team will support businesses, lenders and investors with financial restructuring, formal insolvency processes and strategic transformation. It forms part of the firm’s broader push to build…
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24 JunePeople Moves
Ashgates promotes auditor to director
A leading auditor at Ashgates is celebrating 18 years at the firm by being promoted to director. Arron Anderson, who started as a trainee in 2007, joins the senior management team at Ashgates amid its ongoing expansion after it joined accountancy and professional services group, DJH, last year. The firm…
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19 JuneBusiness
Bishop Fleming unveils strategic investment
Bishop Fleming has announced that it has agreed a strategic investment deal from Synova to aid its expansion plans. It comes as part of the firm’s Better Growth Strategy, the company’s vision for reshaping the firm for ambitious sustainable growth and an even more rewarding and stronger future for its…
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