Apax leads £500m battle to revive accountancy firm Smith & Williamson’s name | Money News Aitrend

Apax leads £500m battle to revive accountancy firm Smith & Williamson’s name | Money News

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Apax Partners is leading the race to buy the accounting arm of Evelyn Partners, a deal that is expected to revive one of the best-known names in the sector. Sky News has learned that Apax and Bridgepoint are the final two contenders to buy the company, with the deal expected to be signed as early … Read more

Cinven leads race to buy Grant Thornton shares in the UK | Money News Aitrend

Cinven leads race to buy Grant Thornton shares in the UK | Money News

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Private equity firm Cinven is in advanced talks to acquire a major stake in Grant Thornton UK, a deal believed to be among the largest ever in the UK audit industry. Sky News has learned that Cinven is close to agreeing a deal to acquire the stake, with sources suggesting on Wednesday it could be … Read more