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The South East remains the third largest region of the UK, covering the counties of Kent, Oxfordshire, Surrey, West Sussex, East Sussex, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, and Berkshire. It continues to be home to the UK's two busiest airports: Heathrow and Gatwick. With its strategic location and close links to both London and mainland Europe, South East England maintains its position as the UK's second-largest regional economy after the capital city.
In 2024, the South East's economy has diversified further, with new growth sectors emerging alongside traditional strengths. The region's Gross Value Added (GVA) was estimated at £101.6 billion in 2023, accounting for 5% of the UK total. Key sectors now include life sciences, net zero technologies, digital creative industries, advanced manufacturing, food tech, modular construction, and agritech. The business landscape in the South East remains robust, with 1,351,756 companies registered in the region as of October 2024, representing 12.5% of all companies in the UK[5]. The most prominent business activities are Science (16.5%), Wholesale and Retail (11.6%), and ICT (10.8%). The IT sector is showing signs of recovery after previous declines. The region continues to be an attractive location for businesses, with Surrey ranking as the best area for business in the UK for 2024. The South East's workforce remains highly educated, with areas like Surrey boasting 53.3% of the population holding NVQ4+ qualifications.In 2024, the South East of England has experienced a dynamic year in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), marked by a notable increase in deal values despite a decline in volume. The region saw a total of 739 deals announced year-to-date, representing a decrease of nearly 21% compared to the previous year. However, the total deal value soared to £26.2 billion, up from £9 billion in the same period last year.
This practice, which was established in the 1980s, is available for sale due to retirement. The partners have flexible requirements. Ideally all of them would like to stay on, in some form, for varying time frames.
Established and highly regarded Ltd Co with impressive national/international reputation and client base. The company offers a one stop design-to-commissioning service of state-of-the-art fire, intruder alarm, and CCTV systems.
Over the past 15 years, our client has built a business with a strong brand and reputation offering high end solutions for their customers kitchen and bathroom needs. The business also offers a design and supply only service for retail clients who al...
Represents an expansion opportunity for an industry acquirer seeking a SE London based medical dispensary.
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The business operates in both domestic and corporate markets supplying space-saving and multi-functional products.
Presenting an established, successful and very profitable ecommerce supplier of educational, workplace & hospitality furniture.
Represents an opportunity for an acquirer seeking a very well-established engineering business with some 40 years experience, operating in a niche sector of the market.
Established in 1956, this family-owned business specialises in quality used cars and 4x4s, serving customers across the UK. Over the decades, it has built a strong reputation for exceptional customer service, reliability, and consistently positive re...
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Established in the early 1990s, the company specialises in the design, manufacture, supply, and installation of internal and external blinds, curtains, awnings and solar control/security window films.
Refurbished Essex coaching inn presented in immaculate condition, with bar, dining areas, 15+ ensuite letting rooms, dedicated parking and courtyard garden.
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My client, a reputable firm in the area comes to the market due to retirement with a view to finding a friendly and professional purchaser that will retain staff and premises.
This vendor is seeking a reputable, well-established buyer who understands the importance of nurturing long-term relationships with both staff and clients.
The company provides high-quality, bespoke joinery solutions, specialising in the production of windows, doors and staircases for clients based across South East England.
Represents an opportunity for an industry acquirer seeking a stake within a fully private dentistry with three surgeries.
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Represents an opportunity for an industry acquirer seeking a Hampshire based fully private dentistry with five surgeries.
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Established UK based software product company, that is focused on producing innovative and transformational large-scale software solutions to manage complex Networks, IT infrastructure and Services for Telecoms Operators & CSP’s, Smart Energy, Large...
A rare opportunity to buy an established mixed practice in a popular area entailing five fully-equipped surgeries with scope to increase.
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Presenting a great opportunity to buy a shop front dental practice located on rain road with strong footfall.
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Represents an opportunity for an acquirer seeking a medical dispensary operated by the existing management team.
Represents an Essex based profitable pharmacy currently on the market seeking a genuine industry buyer.
Buy a company out of administration, at lower than market-valued prices. Enquire about assets that may be a result of a business falling into distress.
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