The Financial Times

The Financial Times is a prominent business news organization that delivers vital news, analysis, and data tailored for the global business community. It boasts a combined paid print and digital circulation exceeding 600,000, with over 328,000 paying digital subscribers and a global print circulation of approximately 273,000. The publication's digital platform, FT.com, is increasingly accessed via mobile devices, which account for a significant portion of its traffic and digital subscriptions. Additionally, the Financial Times provides educational products that cater to 25 of the world's top 50 business schools, enhancing its influence in academic circles. Through its comprehensive coverage of financial markets and asset management, the Financial Times equips its readers with critical insights into trading policies and market dynamics.

Stephen Bush

Associate Editor

Pilita Clark

Columnist and Associate Editor

George Hammond

Venture Capital Correspondent

Anglea Mackay

Global Publisher, FT Live and Managing Director, Asia Pacific

7 past transactions

Farm Infinity

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Farm Infinity is a digital platform that aims to provide small and marginal farmers and agribusinesses in India with easier access to affordable financial services, such as farm loans, crop insurance, and livestock insurance. The company utilizes a proprietary algorithm to assess the creditworthiness of farmers by analyzing over 80 parameters and 600 datasets, including data from government sources. By generating creditworthiness and risk assessment scorecards, Farm Infinity enables banks, microfinance institutions, non-banking financial companies, and insurance firms to offer improved financial services, thereby reducing the risk of non-performing assets and enhancing loan repayment rates. The platform is designed to empower approximately 125 million farmers and agribusinesses by facilitating access to tailored financial solutions.

The Business of Fashion

Series B in 2019
The Business of Fashion Ltd. is an online platform that serves as a vital resource for fashion creatives, executives, and entrepreneurs both in the United Kingdom and internationally. Established in 2007 and headquartered in London, the company provides comprehensive business intelligence on emerging designers, disruptive technologies, and global brands. It has amassed a significant global following, operating in over 200 countries and territories, and is widely regarded as an essential daily read for industry professionals. The platform is noted for its invaluable insights and analysis, making it an indispensable tool for those involved in the fashion sector.

The Next Web

Acquisition in 2019
The Next Web, Inc. is a technology-focused media company based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, that specializes in delivering news and insights related to internet technology, business, and culture. Founded in 2006, it operates several brands, including TNW Blog, TNW Events, TNW Deals, and TNW Academy, and has a global reach with publications in Europe, Latin America, and North America. The company organizes major tech conferences and smaller events, such as the Startup Awards and Kings of Code, to foster connections within the tech community. Additionally, TNW Deals serves as an online marketplace for software and lifestyle products, while TNW Academy offers online courses. The Next Web also supports various startups through initiatives like Twitter Counter, Social Statistics.com, Paydro.com, PressDoc.com, and Spread.us, enhancing its digital footprint and engagement with users. As of March 2019, The Next Web operates as a subsidiary of the Financial Times Group Ltd.

GIS Planning

Acquisition in 2017
GIS Planning provides web-based geographic information systems (GIS) that foster economic development, mainly through flagship site ZoomProspector.com. Clients of GIS Planning include government, businesses and economic development organizations. The company's technology is implemented across the country and serves the majority of the largest cities in the USA from New York City to Silicon Valley. In 2007 ZoomProspector was named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in the USA as the 1,922nd fastest-growing company and the 143rd fastest-growing software company on the list. In October of 2007, ZoomProspector was recognized by the San Francisco Business Times on their list of the 100 fastest-growing companies in the San Francisco Bay Area as the 22nd fastest-growing company in San Francisco and 51st in the Bay Area.

The Alpha Grid Media

Acquisition in 2016
The Alpha Grid Media Ltd. is a London-based media company that specializes in producing and delivering high-quality, multi-platform content. Founded in 2012, the company caters to a diverse audience, ranging from senior decision-makers to ambitious millennials, and focuses on engaging the intellectually curious. Its offerings include video, digital, social media, publishing, events, editorial, strategy, and research. The Alpha Grid Media aims to create inspiring stories and informative content that encourages dialogue among influential audiences. As a subsidiary of Financial Times Group Ltd., the company operates with a global perspective, leveraging its UK hub to reach customers worldwide.

Assanka

Acquisition in 2012
Assanka builds award winning web applications, with new ideas for delivering the very best the internet can offer your business.

Money Media

Acquisition in 2008
Money Media provides online news and intelligence for the global investment management industries.
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