Private Equity 2026: AI Caution & Slower Deals
Private equity deals will take longer in 2026 as firms use continuation vehicles. AI caution grows, while £893tn of 'dry powder' fuels public-to-private deals. Expert analysis inside.
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FN London's 2026 Most Influential in Secondaries
FN London unveils its 2026 list of the most influential professionals shaping the private equity secondaries market. Discover the rising stars and key trends.
Public Broadcasting Corporation Dissolves After Funding Cuts
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which funded NPR and PBS, has formally dissolved after Congress cut $1.1bn. The move threatens local stations and news deserts. Read the full story.
Private MRI scans offer faster results amid NHS waits
Facing long NHS waiting lists, patients are turning to private scans for results in days. Services like Scan.com offer MRI scans from £300 with direct booking. Discover a quicker path to diagnosis.
Oakley Capital buys GLAS in £1bn+ finance deal
Private equity firm Oakley Capital, backer of Time Out, secures a majority stake in loan administration leader GLAS. The £1bn+ deal signals major growth in private credit. Discover the details.
US Public Radio Sees 'Rage-Giving' Surge After Funding Cuts
Federal funding cuts to US public broadcasters have triggered a wave of 'rage-giving' donations, but stations fear it may not be enough to fill the long-term financial void. Explore the impact on local communities.
Spire Healthcare Sets Takeover Bid Deadline
Spire Healthcare, the UK's largest private hospital group, has set a 20 January deadline for suitors to express takeover interest. Learn about the shareholder pressure and potential sale.
Free Public Payphones: A Vital Lifeline in the UK
While free calls to Santa from payphones are a festive perk, they highlight the essential role of free public goods for vulnerable groups, from transport to libraries. Discover why their value extends far beyond revenue.
HSBC hires ex-Citi exec Ida Liu for private banking
HSBC has recruited former Citi veteran Ida Liu to head its global private banking division, aiming to strengthen its wealth management services for ultra-high-net-worth clients.
Private investigator shares shocking secret family cases
A UK private detective reveals four shocking cases, from secret families to benefit fraud, exposing the hidden lives people lead. Read his astonishing stories here.
Harley Street Health Centre celebrates 27 years of service
London's Harley Street Health Centre celebrates 27 years, offering transparent pricing, rapid test results, and affordable private GP care. Discover their patient-first approach.
Public Sector Jobs & Pay Growth Outstrip Private Firms
Official data reveals a widening gap: public sector employment and wages surge while private sector faces decline. Explore the political fallout and reform pledges.
Soaring specialist fees create 'impossible choices' for patients
Rising out-of-pocket costs for specialist care are pushing Australians into financial hardship. Experts warn of a 'system without guardrails' and call for urgent government action on fee transparency and affordability.
Why 2026 is private markets' regulatory reckoning
A wave of new rules from the FCA, SEC, and ESMA is set to transform private equity and venture capital by 2026. Discover the key changes and how firms must prepare now.
Victoria to cut 4,000 public service jobs in $2.3bn savings plan
The Victorian government announces a major public sector overhaul, aiming to cut 4,000 jobs and save $2.3bn. Find out which departments are affected and the impact on services.
JP Jenkins & Sapphire Partner on Pisces Market
JP Jenkins partners with Sapphire Capital, leveraging its new Pisces licence to offer liquidity for private firms like Moju. A major step for UK's private share trading.
Carnaby Street public realm transformation plans revealed
London's iconic Carnaby Street could be transformed by a major public realm revamp. Shaftesbury Capital's plans include new signage, lighting, and a return to its historic roots. Have your say in the consultation.
Labour Defends 'Jobs for Mates' Review Findings
The Labour government faces criticism after failing to adopt key recommendations from its own review into public sector appointments. Read the full analysis of the political fallout.
City of London accused of 'culture of non-transparency'
Exclusive analysis reveals nearly 40% of City of London Corporation committee items were held in private. Critics accuse the body of being 'too focused on its own interest'.
JPMorgan hires ex-Goldman dealmaker Biscaldi
JPMorgan recruits former Goldman Sachs managing director, Stefano Biscaldi, to lead its European financial sponsors group. Discover the strategic move shaping investment banking.
PFI NHS Buildings: Design Flaws & High Costs
Architect Martin Cook warns against repeating PFI mistakes for NHS buildings, citing poor design quality and escalating maintenance costs. Learn why this procurement model failed.
£100 parking fine after machine error during dad's cancer
Matt Browne shares his distressing battle with a parking firm after a ticket machine error led to a £100 fine while buying slippers for his dying father. Read his full story.
Hackney demands rent control powers after price surge
Labour-run Hackney Council petitions government for rent cap powers as borough sees 49% rent rise since 2010. Could this be the solution to London's housing crisis?
UK Property Market Slows as Moving Costs Bite
UK house transactions fell 2% in October 2025 as budget uncertainty and high moving costs deterred buyers. Analysis reveals the market impact and future outlook.
Deutsche Börse in £5.3bn Allfunds Acquisition Talks
German exchange operator Deutsche Börse is negotiating a potential €6bn takeover of fund platform Allfunds, creating a European investment giant. Discover the implications.
Wealth investors fuel private markets growth surge
Carne Group CEO predicts 20% private markets growth driven by wealth managers and private banks. Discover how regulatory changes are reshaping investment strategies.
NHS PFI Protest: Didcot Health Centre Funding Crisis
Campaigners protest NHS private finance schemes as Didcot's Great Western Park health centre faces 10-year delay over developer return demands. Read the latest developments.
Farage racism claims expose 1970s private school culture
Former pupils reveal racist attitudes were normalised at 1970s British public schools like Dulwich College. Read shocking accounts of systemic prejudice.
Australia's public sector faces 5% budget savings search
Treasurer Jim Chalmers confirms departments must identify savings from low-priority spending, denying major job cuts while facing Coalition criticism over election promises.
Farage denies racism allegations from childhood
Nigel Farage addresses racism claims from his school days, stating they occurred 49 years ago. Read the full story and get daily puzzles delivered to your inbox.
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