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Happenings, Observations & What They Mean. We bring you what you need to know, distilled from the M&A front lines and around the globe. And what it means for you.


5 Ways To Kill Your Business Sale Transaction Faster Than A Turkey on Christmas Eve (and how to avoid them)
What are 5 common ways to kill your business sale? In this blog we discuss ways people often kill a sale and how to avoid them.
Dec 19, 20253 min read


Symmetry’s 2025 Budget Breakdown
The 2025 budget had been released, so what does this mean for business owners? Let's break it down.
Nov 27, 20253 min read


Why the right adviser matters
In the world of mergers and acquisitions, the adviser you choose isn’t just a facilitator, they are a partner, a navigator, and can be the difference between a transaction that delivers and one that stumbles and fails.
Nov 13, 20254 min read


Symmetry Advises RQA Group on their sale to an Employee Ownership Trust
Symmetry have advised the shareholders of RQA Group on the sale of the business to an Employee Ownership Trust. This move reflects...
Oct 1, 20252 min read


Symmetry Advises on the sale of Four Digital Solutions to Anglotech
Symmetry Corporate Finance have advised the shareholders of Four Digital Solutions on their sale to Anglotech. Anglotech is a UK office...
Sep 15, 20252 min read


Why Every Business Owner Should Start Exit Planning Now
Over 16 years in M&A, I’ve helped business owners navigate over 70 successful transactions, generating £hundreds of millions in capital...
Sep 9, 20252 min read


Is an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) Right for You?
If you’re a business owner planning your succession, an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) could offer the ideal way to protect your company’s independence, reward your team, and exit on your own terms.
Sep 1, 20251 min read


Deal Announcement - Sale of the Rockfield Group to Rocscience
Symmetry Corporate Finance have advised the shareholders of the Rockfield Group, a UK-based company renowned for its advanced numerical...
Aug 7, 20252 min read


Deal Announcement - Sale of Clone Media Technology to an Employee Ownership Trust
Symmetry Corporate Finance are delighted to have advised Clone Media Technology on becoming Employee Owned. More businesses are seeing...
Jul 21, 20253 min read


Symmetry Corporate Finance Advises on the Strategic Acquisition of Cooper Foods by R D John
Symmetry Corporate Finance is proud to announce its latest transaction advising food wholesaler Cooper Foods in their sale to R D Johns....
Jul 21, 20252 min read


5 Questions to Ask Yourself if You’re Looking to Retire in the Next 3 Years
Planning to retire in the next few years? For many business owners, the transition out of the company they've built is one of the most...
Jul 18, 20251 min read


Deal Announcement: Sale of MP Calibration to Torus Group
Symmetry Corporate Finance have advised the shareholders of MP Calibration Services on their sale to Torus Group, part of Industrial...
May 8, 20251 min read


Deal Announcement: Marina World sold to Super Yacht Times
Symmetry Corporate Finance have acted for shareholders of Loud & Clear Publishing Limited, the publisher of Marina World on their sale to...
May 2, 20251 min read


5 Powerful Ways to Increase Your Business Valuation Before Selling
If you're thinking of selling your business—maximising its value before going to market is crucial. Here's 5 ways to increase your value.
Mar 26, 20253 min read


The 'Triple-Decker' Deal Structure
With many deal structures possible, in 2024 we have noticed an increase in the 'Triple-Decker' deal structure. Which is best for you?
Dec 13, 20243 min read


The M&A Market Outlook
As 2024 draws to a close, the M&A market is poised for an exciting resurgence. Our team reflect on the year and make predictions for 2025.
Dec 3, 20243 min read


Three Ways Business Owners Can Mitigate Rachel Reeves’ Capital Gains Tax Increases When Selling Their Business
It’s confirmed. Capital Gains Tax (CGT) payable is going up on business owners selling their businesses. Key points: 24% Higher Rate...
Oct 30, 20242 min read


Symmetry Corporate Finance have advised on the merger of TXRX Communications Ltd & 1310 Ltd
TxRx Communications Ltd, an established Internet Service Provider (ISP) in the Basingstoke area, is delighted to announce its merger (by...
Oct 12, 20232 min read


2022 M&A Review – A Game of Two Halves
Firstly, let me apologise for the footballing analogy. For some the pain of Kane’s missed penalty is still too near, and yet I am...
Dec 13, 20223 min read


Placing A Value On The Future Of Your Business
Whilst reading the FT recently, a quotation from Niels Bohr raised a wry smile. “Prediction is very difficult, especially about the...
Dec 12, 20222 min read
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