Gail’s to open 40 bakeries after creating 500 jobs Retail Bakery chain Gail’s is to open 40 new sites by the end of February after creating almost 500 jobs during its latest financial year. The London-headquartered business said the new locations will all be open by 28 February, 2026, and it has plans to launch similar numbers “going forward”. The expansion comes after Gail’s opened [...]
‘The AI bubble won’t pop’, says Bain & Company tech expert Tech Despite mounting speculation of a possible ‘AI bubble‘, a senior Silicon Valley investor has told City AM that some concerns may be overblown. Anne Hoecker, Silicon Valley partner at Bain & Company and head of the company’s global tech practice, told City AM on Tuesday: “When people say a bubble, it feels like something that’s [...]
Chemring shares jump after Bain Capital makes bid Markets Bain Capital, one of the world’s largest private equity firms, has reportedly launched a takeover bid for defence group Chemring. Sky News’ Mark Kleinman first reported that Bain has made at least one proposal to acquire the FTSE 250 group, which is used by Elon Musk’s SpaceX Shares in Chemring jumped as much as 13 [...]
Kantar: Private equity groups circle media research firm November 17, 2024 Private equity bidders are reportedly interested in buying TV ratings data business Kantar Media in a development which could pave the way for a multibillion-pound sale of the wider Kantar Group.
Bain Capital reportedly weighing sale of Direct Line rival esure September 16, 2024 Private equity giant Bain Capital is reportedly considering selling British motor and home insurer esure in the latest sign of M&A in the sector.