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Scottish businesses are hot property for national and international buyers looking to extend their reach. It’s a great time to be a business owner here in Scotland. Scottish business failures are running at an eight year low, while business confidence is at its highest point for three years. The business news pages have been awash with deals involving Scottish companies over the past couple of years. It’s all an indication that prospective purchasers have Scotland well and truly on their radars when it comes to hunting out potentially lucrative opportunities.
More than a few Scottish business owners and entrepreneurs are seeing their modest investments transformed into huge windfalls as buyers offer millions to ensure they have a presence in the country…
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Sharing a near 100-mile border with England, Scotland covers around a third of Great Britain. A geographically and economically diverse country, Scotland has major cities including Glasgow, Edinburgh and Aberdeen, as well as the Highlands and nearly 800 islands and archipelagos. While Scotland's economy was once dominated by heavy industries like shipbuilding, coal mining, and steel production, it has since diversified. In 2024, Scotland is a major global financial centre and popular tourist destination, with a significant but transitioning oil and gas sector. The country is now actively pivoting towards renewable energy industries, particularly offshore wind and hydrogen, as it seeks to balance economic growth with environmental sustainability
After a flat period in 2022-2023, Scotland's economy showed moderate growth in the first half of 2024, with GDP increasing by 0.5% in Q1 and 0.6% in Q23. However, growth eased to 0.3% in the three months to July.
Despite economic challenges, business activity indicators have shown improvement in 2024 compared to 2023. 83% of firms reported increased costs in Q1 2024, up from 78% in the previous quarter. Employee costs and wage increases were the most significant factors. Capital investment levels remain a concern, with Scotland lagging behind other advanced economies.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly successful and long-established licensed restaurant in Lerwick, Shetland, boasting a picturesque location with stunning views over Breiwick Bay.
This charming country hotel, nestled in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, offers a unique opportunity to own a thriving business with diverse hospitality amenities.
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An exceptional opportunity to acquire a long-established mixed dental practice in Edinburgh, boasting well-equipped surgeries and a strong presence.
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This is a unique chance to acquire a centrally located hotel and conference facility with strong revenue generation.
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An exceptional opportunity to acquire two stunning hotels operating as a single entity, situated along the highly sought-after North Coast 500 route.
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An award-winning restaurant in the heart of Inverness is now available for purchase, offering a rare opportunity for culinary entrepreneurs.
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Located on the Island of Burray, just off mainland Orkney, once only accessible by boat, but now linked by the iconic causeways - the Churchill Barriers. The hotel itself has an imposing position overlooking the beach and Burray Harbour, with stunnin...
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This well-established vehicle parts retailer in Scotland boasts over 40 years of market presence and serves more than 7,000 active clients, primarily in the commercial sector.
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This well-established Scottish manufacturer specialises in bespoke timber and plywood packing solutions, offering complementary services in export and hazardous packing as well as freight forwarding.
This established UK electric bike manufacturer presents a unique opportunity with its two patents and access to over 150 independent bike stores across the country.
Located in the Western Lowlands of Scotland, this company is a leading provider of road haulage and crane services, specialising in abnormal load movements with one of the widest ranges of lorry-mounted cranes in the region.
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established IFA practice in the East of Scotland, boasting a loyal client base and substantial assets under management.
Explore an established opportunity in the kitchen and bathroom design and installation industry, strategically located in central Scotland.
A well-established fish and chip shop in a prime Edinburgh location is available for purchase, presenting a unique opportunity for anyone looking to enter or expand in the thriving food industry.
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A leading business specialising in the supply and installation of stoves in Aberdeenshire is now available for purchase, offering a prime opportunity for those seeking entry into the home improvement market.
This long-established and highly profitable Italian restaurant in Edinburgh offers a unique opportunity to acquire a thriving business with a strong local reputation.
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This is a rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished multi-functional hospitality business located in Aberdeen, offering significant potential for growth and expansion.
This exclusive Highland accommodation management business offers an exceptional opportunity to acquire a market leader in luxury self-catering apartment services within a historic estate in the Scottish Highlands.
This opportunity offers the chance to acquire a distinguished traditional Irish pub in Glasgow’s prestigious G1 postcode, boasting a strong, loyal customer base and renowned for its authentic atmosphere and quality Guinness.
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This is a unique opportunity to acquire the charming Creebridge House Hotel, a family-owned establishment nestled in the picturesque setting of Dumfriesshire.
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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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