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    The UK investment downturn isn’t quite what you think

    by James McClure May 28, 2024 2 minutes
    Source: PA Archive

    On the surface, the latest data from the British Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (BVCA) paints a stark picture of the state of VC (Venture Capital) in the UK, showing a significant 30% decline in investment.

     The reality is more nuanced. Despite the worrisome headline numbers, it's essential to contextualise this decline within global trends. The downturn in VC and Private Equity (PE) is not unique

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