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Report Private equity review H1 2025

Sharing our expert views and analysis on the private equity market in the first half of 2025.

15 Jul 2025

Article FCA’s section 165 request signals strategic shift

FCA’s Section 165 request marks a shift to data-led supervision. Learn what firms must do to align with Consumer Duty and stay compliant.

| 6 min read | 11 Jul 2025

Report Higher education sector development report 2025

Our latest report analyses key issues facing higher education institutions, including financial sustainability, government policy, and the draft education SORP.

| 2 min read | 15 Jul 2025

Report Retail M&A review: Spring 2025

Where does the retail sector stand now? Stay updated on the latest trends, including M&A, with our Spring 2025 review.

21 May 2025

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Interviews with finance leaders Finance Leaders perspectives: How can CFOs drive the digital agenda?

Gain expert insights on how finance leaders can drive digital transformation, align cross-functional teams on digital strategy, and support scalable growth.

9 min read | 21 May 2025

Article FCA liquidity risk review: a guide to good and poor practices

The FCA has reviewed liquidity risk practices in wholesale firms. We outline good and poor practices, guiding firms improve their frameworks.

David Morrey

| 6 min read | 21 May 2025

Article Payment service providers, are you making good use of AI?

Use of AI in financial services is increasing – how can payment service providers leverage it to maximise opportunities and drive growth?

| 6 min read | 20 May 2025

Article Research and development relief: What are the new rules?

HMRC has updated its guidance on research and development relief. Staying informed on the processes and restrictions is key for potential claimants.

Ian Rowland

| 6 min read | 20 May 2025

Article FRS 102 amendments: How to approach lenders

The changes to Financial Reporting Standards could impact existing loan agreements and new financing. Borrowers should start preparing for it now.

| 6 min read | 20 May 2025

Article Silk, services, and single malts: What the UK-India FTA means for key sectors

India and the UK are natural trading partners – with the latter always aiming to become a bigger investor into India and increase trade with the fastest-growing economy in the world. This new Free Trade Agreement (FTA) allows that to happen, with tariff reductions, access to services, and opportunities for trade, investment, and professional mobility all part of the agreement.

4 min read | 19 May 2025

Report The new formula for finance teams

Today’s finance team is expected to play a role in everything from digital transformation to sustainability, recalibrating the mix of skills needed to succeed. For CFOs, navigating these shifting dynamics to build a future-fit finance function is a top priority.

16 May 2025

Report From siloes to synergy: how can CFOs solve the C-suite disconnect?

Our latest CFO survey reveals a significant top-level disconnect, with fewer than 50% of CFOs reporting a strong working relationship with any of their C-suite peers.

Simon Davidson

| 16 May 2025

Insights for General Counsel and In-house Lawyers

Explore detailed insights into the latest integrity concerns and risk mitigation strategies, learn from industry leaders on how to manage and prevent fraud, bribery, and corruption, and discover actionable steps to implement ‘reasonable procedures’ and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

15 May 2025

Article Navigating PAYE for short-term business visitors to the UK

Get your STBV reporting right – the compliance landscape for short-term business visitors explained.

Davyd Fisher

| 4 min read | 15 May 2025

Video General Counsel: Running internal investigations

Find out what general counsel's should understand and plan for when conducting internal investigations, and how to run it practically and pragmatically.

Kathryn Karssiens

| 3 min listen | 15 May 2025

Video General Counsel: How do auditors approach investigations?

Find out what factors can shape an auditor's approach, when there is an ongoing fraud investigation and how general counsels can support your auditors.

Emma Kirkpatrick

| 3 min listen | 15 May 2025

Video General Counsel: What happens if you don't trust your counterparty?

Relationships are incredibly important in business. Having strong relationships with your counterparties is vital to promoting growth. So what happens when you don’t trust your counterparty anymore, particularly when you are locked into long-term agreements or with substantial financial exposure? Does your approach change if the loss of trust comes from market rumours or media reports rather than a specific action by the counterparty?