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SmartAssistant, a provider of intelligent Digital Advice, has secured EUR5 million in Series A funding led by growth capital investor Beringea. The funds will further SmartAssistant’s mission to make Digital Advice ubiquitous and help people make smarter decisions.
SmartAssistant offers businesses a unique technology with a business-user friendly interface. This allows them to create intelligent, digital advisers that guide a customer’s decision-making online, on mobile and at the point of sale (POS). Whether buying a laptop, a kayak or a mobile data plan, SmartAssistant digital advisers engage users in a personalised dialogue and recommend products, services, and content based on
WaveLIFT has secured funding of over GBP1 million to further develop its Artificial Lift pump technology for the oil and gas sector. The funding is led by Scottish business angel investment syndicate, Archangels, with co-investment from Scottish Enterprise and a private investor.
Based in Stirling, Scotland, WaveLIFT was launched in 2016 to develop conceptual down-hole pump designs for the Artificial Lift arena of the oil and gas industry. This technology is in high demand with 90% of wells requiring a form of Artificial Lift – which is the use of an artificial means to increase the flow of crude oil,
Westcon-Comstor’s parent company, Datatec Limited, has completed the sale of its North America and Latin America distribution business (Americas), as well as a minority share in its Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) and Asia-Pacific (APAC) business, to SYNNEX Corporation (SNX), a Fremont, California-based company.
Westcon-Comstor Americas, a SYNNEX company, will continue to rely on the expertise and experience of the current Westcon-Comstor Americas team to grow the business. Meanwhile, Datatec retains majority shareholder interest in the new Westcon-Comstor International business to serve EMEA and APAC.
“The successful completion of this transaction allows us to continue developing best-in-class programs that
Private equity firm TA Associates has completed a strategic growth investment in PetPeople, a pet retailer of natural and high-quality dog and cat foods, treats and supplies.
TA Associates has replaced former investor Rosser Capital Partners, which exited its stake in the company as part of the transaction. No financial terms of the transaction were disclosed.
PetPeople stores are operated by a passionate and dedicated group of pet lovers who are committed to carrying the finest pet foods available and building long-term relationships with their customers, associates, business partners and communities. Friendly and knowledgeable store associates are trained to
Funds advised by Apax Partners (Apax Funds) are to acquire a majority stake in matchesfashion.com, a leading digitally innovative global luxury-fashion brand.
The founders, Tom and Ruth Chapman, as well as existing venture capital backers Scottish Equity Partners (SEP) and Highland Europe, will retain minority stakes in the business. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close in Q4 2017. Terms of the transaction have not been disclosed.
Founded in 1987 by Tom and Ruth Chapman matchesfashion.com is today a global luxury-shopping destination for men and women offering a modern edit of over 450
KKR is to acquire a majority stake in Laser Clinics Australia (LCA) while existing investor The Growth Fund will retain a minority stake in the Company.
LCA is a provider of non-invasive aesthetic treatments in Australia with a network of more than 80 clinics supported by aligned franchisees and a trusted brand. As partners, KKR and The Growth Fund will assist LCA’s management and franchise network in growing the Company through the continued expansion of the clinic network, the introduction of new product and service offerings, and international expansion.
Since opening its first clinic in 2008, LCA has expanded
Healthcare services company Surgery Partners has successfully completed its previously announced acquisition of National Surgical Healthcare (NSH), an owner and operator of surgical facilities in partnership with local physicians.
On 9 May, 2017, Surgery Partners announced a definitive merger agreement under which Surgery Partners would acquire NSH from Irving Place Capital for approximately USD760 million. The combination of Surgery Partners and NSH creates an enterprise with 125 surgical facilities across 32 states, with a strong presence in musculoskeletal programs, including orthopaedics, pain and spine. In addition, the combined company operates a network of over 5,000 physicians and ancillary services, resulting in
SCM Insurance Services (SCM) has secured a majority investment from funds affiliated with Warburg Pincus, a global private equity firm focused on growth investing.
This major investment, along with the continued investment in SCM by TorQuest Partners, will provide SCM with access to important capital and strategic resources to continue to invest in and significantly grow its business in Canada and its recent entry into the United States. The terms of the transaction are not being disclosed.
SCM’s portfolio of companies delivers world-class service and innovative business solutions to its clients and is a market leader. Previous growth and
Meixin Global, a technology platform that lets asset managers access Chinese high-net-worth investors, has secured over USD5 million in its Series A financing round.
Korea Investment Partners (KIP) led the round, joined by existing investor Bertelsmann Asia Investments (BAI) and new investors Tangzhu Capital and Liuhe Capital.
Most asset managers find it confusing and time consuming to raise capital from Chinese high-net-worth investors and their wealth management advisors. Meixin solves this problem. Its technology platform, MX Terminal, gives asset managers exposure to top wealth managers. And crucially, it relieves both managers and investors of the complicated legal and diligence procedures that
Henkel has successfully closed the acquisition of Nattura Laboratorios. The original agreement to acquire the firm and associated companies in the USA, Colombia and Spain was signed on 8 March, 2017.
With this acquisition, Henkel strengthens its Hair Professional business and significantly expands its market positions in Mexico and the USA. The transaction includes a portfolio of leading brands in Henkel’s core category Hair Professional. Major brand are Pravana and Tec Italy. In the fiscal year 2016, Nattura Laboratorios generated sales of more than EUR100 million.
“This acquisition is part of our strategy to strengthen our position in attractive
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