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Investment banking | IPOS and Fundraising

Ready for what’s next?

From IPO preparation and positioning to investor engagement and fundraising, our specialists help you build demand, maximise value and approach the public markets with confidence.

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Who we work with

From IPO to future growth

We support ambitious businesses preparing to list on AIM or the Main Market, as well as public companies returning to raise further capital. From IPO readiness and positioning to investor engagement and execution, our specialists help you tell a compelling equity story and secure support for your next chapter. Companies we’ve brought to market include Fever-Tree, Blue Prism, FDM Group, Kainos and Gamma Communications.

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Latest deal activity

A selection of recent transactions from our Corporate Broking business.

A trusted partner with a proven track record of client success

100+ clients

Corporate clients listed across AIM and the Main Market including 50+ FTSE 350 such as Telecom Plus, Shawbrook Group, Gamma Communications and Fullers.

3,700+ meetings

3,700+ meetings arranged for clients in 2025 across the UK, Europe and US in addition to our annual sector and CEO conferences and sector dinners.

£1.9 billion

Raised for Rosebank Industries plc (2026) - the largest primary Accelerated Bookbuild on London’s markets in over 5 years.

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100+ clients

Corporate clients listed across AIM and the Main Market including 50+ FTSE 350 such as Telecom Plus, Shawbrook Group, Gamma Communications and Fullers.

3,700+ meetings

3,700+ meetings arranged for clients in 2025 across the UK, Europe and US in addition to our annual sector and CEO conferences and sector dinners.

£1.9 billion

Raised for Rosebank Industries plc (2026) - the largest primary Accelerated Bookbuild on London’s markets in over 5 years.


INVESTOR ACCESS IN ACTION

Annual CEO Conference

Our annual flagship CEO Conference brings together 70 listed and private companies with more than 300 institutional investors from around the world. Through presentations and focused small group meetings, management teams share their investment stories, strengthen relationships and engage potential sources of future capital.

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Carlton Nelson
Carlton Nelson, Co-Head of UK Investment Banking & Corporate Broking

An IPO is not the end of a process; it is the beginning of a new chapter. We build relationships that last well beyond the transaction, supporting clients as their strategy, investor base and capital needs evolve.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

In their own words

Real stories from clients who told us their ambition, and how we helped achieve it.

Polar Capital

Georgina Hamilton, Fund Manager at Polar Capital, speaks on partnering with Investec to access strategic capital, broaden investor reach and support long-term growth.  
Georgina Hamilton, Fund Manager at Polar Capital, speaks on partnering with Investec to access strategic capital, broaden investor reach and support long-term growth.
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Bloomsbury Publishing plc

Nigel Newton, Chief Executive Officer at Bloomsbury Publishing plc, speaks on how Investec has supported Bloomsbury Publishing’s growth ambitions whilst navigate evolving markets.
Nigel Newton, Chief Executive Officer at Bloomsbury Publishing plc, speaks on how Investec has supported Bloomsbury Publishing’s growth ambitions whilst navigate evolving markets.  
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Alfa Financial Software plc

Andrew Denton, Chief Executive Officer at Alfa Financial Software plc, speaks on how Investec has collaborated with the business to support innovation and expansion.
Andrew Denton, Chief Executive Officer at Alfa Financial Software plc, speaks on how Investec has collaborated with the business to support innovation and expansion.  
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FAQS

Frequently asked questions

Whether you're considering an IPO or planning your next equity raise, find answers about preparation, investor engagement, execution and ongoing support.

How do I know whether an IPO is right for my business?

We’ll assess your objectives, market opportunity, business model, management team and financial profile to determine your readiness for public markets. As a solution-agnostic adviser, we can also help you consider alternatives such as a trade sale or private equity investment.

Which public markets can you help us access?

We help companies float on AIM and the London Stock Exchange’s Main Market. Depending on the transaction, we can act as sole sponsor and broker or work as part of a wider IPO syndicate.

How early should we start preparing for an IPO?

Starting early gives you more time to strengthen your financial processes, business plan, management team and governance. It also allows us to develop your equity story, engage potential investors and address feedback well before launch.


How will you support us through the IPO process?

Our specialists support you from initial readiness and market assessment through to investment-case positioning, investor marketing and execution. You’ll benefit from connected sector, research, sales, equity capital markets and corporate broking expertise throughout the process.

Can you help us raise further capital once we are listed?

Yes. We structure and execute equity fundraisings for listed companies, connecting clients with pools of capital across the UK, Europe and North America. Where appropriate, we can also use Investec’s balance sheet to underwrite transactions and increase execution certainty.

How do you help us build relationships with investors?

Our research, sales and investor relations teams provide access to institutional investors in the UK and internationally. Through early market engagement, roadshows, investor meetings and events such as our annual CEO Conference, we help management teams communicate their story and build long-term investor support.

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Talk to a member of our UK Investment Banking & Corporate Broking team for more information on how we can support you and your growth ambitions.

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