Development Bank of Wales

We can provide equity to expand your business' horizons whether your growing your business, buying a business or developing a tech venture.

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Equity finance can help your business in 2021

 

  • Get an injection of cash without the burden of repayments
  • Take advantage of the sector knowledge, expertise and contacts investors can bring
  • Raise larger sums than with traditional loans

Key info

Equity financing is raising capital from investors taking a stake in your business for cash. Unlike taking a loan there are no monthly repayments required.

Equity finance can be used across the business lifecycle. It can provide seed finance to tech start-ups, growth capital for established businesses, and support management teams when buying a business. It is a versatile type of finance that can be used alongside loans.

Find out more about equity in our blog post, What is equity finance and how does it work?

Debt finance comes in various forms, but it essentially involves borrowing a lump sum, which you then pay back over time plus an agreed-upon amount of interest. There are a number of key differences between debt and equity finance, including repayment, ownership, security, and the fundraising process. Find out more about how these forms of financing compare by reading our blog post, What is the difference between equity and debt?

The Development Bank of Wales is one of the most active equity investors in the UK. Because of the funds we manage we’re able to provide equity funding from seed finance all the way to business succession. We have specialist equity teams who are experts at finding and working alongside other co-investors. We are also able to provide bespoke equity and loans packages to meet your business needs.