Quoted

Growth capital for small cap quoted companies

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How we’re different

BGF is one of the UK’s largest long-term investors in small and micro-cap quoted businesses. We have a unique proposition that few investment partners can match, including an evergreen capital base that’s not exposed to funding redemptions.

Patience

We’re long-term investors that value good growth over quick wins, giving you the opportunity to realise your full potential.

Confidence

We can provide the cornerstone investment you need to reduce fundraising and execution risk for IPOs.

Flexibility

We offer a variety of funding structures, to best suit the needs of your business, alongside significant follow-on funding for new growth opportunities.

Reach

Our portfolio spans every region of the UK and Ireland, as do our contacts. We provide access to a wide network of sector specialists, plus expert local support.

Growth funding

We provide quoted businesses (both smaller main market companies and those listed on AIM) with significant investment, as well as follow-on funding to pursue further growth opportunities.

This investment is intended to accelerate your growth plans, including funding M&A, new product development, recruitment and training, or international expansion. We can also provide liquidity through secondary investments.

Breakout area in BGF's Birmingham office, with green light up sign reading 'Discovery'

Value creation

Alongside investment, our dedicated team offers extensive value creation support, including:

Access to our global network of business leaders, non-executives, and industry experts
Exclusive events, webinars and workshops to help scale your business
Opportunities to learn from and collaborate with the wider BGF portfolio

Rory Stewart presenting to BGF portfolio companies

“BGF is incredibly supportive. They ask thought-provoking questions and bring valuable experience through their network.”

Neil Campbell, CEO at Inspiration Healthcare
“BGF’s cornerstone funding was vital to our growth. They’re a rock-solid partner, with an active interest in our long-term goals. In my view, BGF is an indispensable asset to smaller UK companies.”

Ken Ford, Chair at SDI Group

Looking for funding?

If you’re a small cap quoted businesses seeking investment from BGF, please contact your Nomad or Adviser in the first instance. We’re also happy to speak to any private SMEs that are considering listing on AIM. No plans to list? You may still be eligible for funding from our Growth Stage or Early Stage investment teams.