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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.
Explore a substantial development opportunity on the South Coast with a large seaside hotel on a 0.25-acre plot, complete with space for an additional 3-bedroom house.
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The business has been solving access problems for its industrial, commercial and domestic clients since 1977.
Close to the ancient town of Romsey in Hampshire which has a population of around 17,000. The massive Norman Abbey dominates the town and the Market Place, dating from shortly after the Abbey, retains much of its original shape. With easy access from...
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This is a rare chance to acquire a well-established health and social care training provider, fully approved and with lucrative contracts in place, benefiting from strong client relationships, particularly within the NHS.
This is a prime opportunity to acquire a well-established school uniform and workwear retailer in South East England, featuring a lucrative client base and significant growth prospects.
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This well-established Hampshire-based precision engineering and machining business offers unique solutions across diverse industries, bolstered by vendor approval in aerospace and ISO9001:2015 certification, ensuring high-quality products and service...
Opportunity to acquire a well-established advisory firm in London with a robust portfolio of £260 million funds under management, offering potential for growth and expansion.
Opportunity to acquire a respected financial adviser in London with a significant £90m funds under management portfolio, providing a solid foothold in the high-net-worth sector.
An established IFA in London is presenting a rare opportunity with £200m of funds under management, signalling significant potential for growth in a prime financial market.
An impressive financial advisory firm in the South-East, managing £250 million in funds under management, is available for acquisition.
This highly regarded automotive service centre, located in Buckinghamshire, has been a cornerstone of the community for over 15 years, with more than a decade of operation as a limited company.
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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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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A well-established London orthodontic practice with four surgeries is available for sale, offering a balanced mix of private and NHS treatments.
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A well-established repair, service, and MOT test centre in Buckinghamshire is available for sale, offering a prime opportunity for anyone looking to enter or expand in the automotive service industry.
An established orthodontic practice in South Milton Keynes is available for acquisition as the principal plans to retire.
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This long-established commercial refrigeration business, based in the South East, boasts a well-respected brand and an extensive client list across the hospitality, medical, and marine industries.
An exciting opportunity to acquire a London-based audio technology business with a portfolio of coveted patents is now available.
A rare opportunity to acquire a well-established bicycle retailer with a workshop and fitting studio, complemented by an in-house coffee shop.
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This well-established private dental practice in Surrey offers a solid foundation of c2,500 active patients and specialises in both general and cosmetic dentistry, including facial aesthetics.
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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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