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The South East remains the third largest region of the UK, covering the counties of Kent, Oxfordshire, Surrey, West Sussex, East Sussex, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, and Berkshire. It continues to be home to the UK's two busiest airports: Heathrow and Gatwick. With its strategic location and close links to both London and mainland Europe, South East England maintains its position as the UK's second-largest regional economy after the capital city.
In 2024, the South East's economy has diversified further, with new growth sectors emerging alongside traditional strengths. The region's Gross Value Added (GVA) was estimated at £101.6 billion in 2023, accounting for 5% of the UK total. Key sectors now include life sciences, net zero technologies, digital creative industries, advanced manufacturing, food tech, modular construction, and agritech. The business landscape in the South East remains robust, with 1,351,756 companies registered in the region as of October 2024, representing 12.5% of all companies in the UK[5]. The most prominent business activities are Science (16.5%), Wholesale and Retail (11.6%), and ICT (10.8%). The IT sector is showing signs of recovery after previous declines. The region continues to be an attractive location for businesses, with Surrey ranking as the best area for business in the UK for 2024. The South East's workforce remains highly educated, with areas like Surrey boasting 53.3% of the population holding NVQ4+ qualifications.In 2024, the South East of England has experienced a dynamic year in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), marked by a notable increase in deal values despite a decline in volume. The region saw a total of 739 deals announced year-to-date, representing a decrease of nearly 21% compared to the previous year. However, the total deal value soared to £26.2 billion, up from £9 billion in the same period last year.
This bespoke façade, glazing, and cladding business boasts a proven track record, delivering complex installations across landmark projects with a strong reputation for precision and reliability.
An established electrical wholesaler presents a unique opportunity for a buyer to enter or expand within the industry, offering a solid foundation and potential for growth.
Over the past 15 years, our client has built a business with a strong brand and reputation offering high end solutions for their customers kitchen and bathroom needs. The business also offers a design and supply only service for retail clients who al...
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a renowned luxury cake business with years of heritage, known for its handmade, bespoke creations crafted from the finest ingredients.
Opportunity to acquire a reputable supplier known for providing high-quality trade tools across multiple sectors, enabling access to a diverse customer base.
Discover a unique opportunity to acquire a leading supplier of innovative space-saving and multi-functional home interiors products, catering to both domestic and corporate markets.
This is an opportunity to acquire a well-established engineering business with over 40 years of experience in a niche market sector. The company offers expert solutions both onsite and online for any issue related to pipelines that are currently in s...
This thriving specialist props hire business is a leader in its field, serving the creative industries with an extensive range of themes. Located in fit-for-purpose trading facilities in the London area, the business operates in a way that effectivel...
A well-established practice is looking for a buyer who values client relationships and exceptional service delivery. The vendor is looking for a buyer who values personal relationships with clients and is committed to maintaining the exceptional serv...
A well-established accounting practice in West Sussex is now available for acquisition, presenting a unique opportunity for expansion or entry into a thriving market.
An established accounting practice in Sussex, with a solid presence spanning 10 to 15 years, is now available for purchase
This leading UK seafood wholesaler offers a unique opportunity to acquire a well-established supplier known for its diverse clientele, including high-end restaurants and cruise ship operators.
Available for acquisition is a beautifully refurbished coaching inn in Essex, featuring a bar, dining areas, over 15 ensuite letting rooms, and charming outdoor spaces including a courtyard garden and dedicated parking.
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This beautifully restored Essex coaching inn offers a bar, dining areas, over 15 ensuite letting rooms, and features dedicated parking and a charming courtyard garden.
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This well-established company specialises in the sale of luxury second-hand goods, boasting a diverse inventory from brands like Rolex, Cartier, Chanel, and Gucci, and stands out with high ratings across independent review platforms. Rapid success ha...
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Opportunity to acquire a well-established, fully private orthodontic practice located in London, with a strong 30-year reputation.
This London-based recruitment agency boasts an impressive candidate list of over 50,000 and maintains robust relationships with both public and private sector clients, including operational agreements on all NHS Frameworks.
This well-established facilities management business, headquartered in London and operating nationwide, holds long-standing public sector contracts and key accreditations essential for high-level work.
This exceptional private dental practice in Essex offers seven surgeries across two prime High Street locations, providing both general and advanced dental services.
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This specialist dental practice in a prime high street location in Kent offers an excellent opportunity to increase revenue by utilising an additional surgery.
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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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