Capital Raising - United Kingdom | Statista Market Forecast

The United Kingdom is projected to reach a Total Capital Raised of US$10.29bn in 2024 within the Capital Raising market market.
Digital Capital Raising is expected to dominate the market with a projected market volume of US$5.17bn in 2024.
In global comparison, the United States is set to generate the most Capital Raised (US$195.4bn in 2024).
The United Kingdom's Capital Raising market is seeing a surge in innovative equity crowdfunding platforms, revolutionizing how startups access funding.

Definition:

The Capital Raising market refers to the process of raising additional capital to launch, finance, and grow a business or a project. Traditional Bank Loans are not considered in the market.

Structure:

The market consists of two segments:
- The Traditional Capital Raising market refers to traditional venture financial services for startups and emerging companies that do not yet possess a positive track record, but have exceptional growth potential.
- The Digital Capital Raising market refers to digital financial services for business customers and private borrowers.
The market data comprises of the amount of capital raised, number of deals, and average deal size.

Additional information:

Besides Traditional Bank Loans, there are various alternative forms of debt and equity financing that help businesses, especially startups and emerging companies who seek additional funds to support their business' operation and growth. Nowadays, owing to the rapid growth rate of startups and emerging companies, these financial services are more attractive and popular.
Key players in this market are companies such as Squoia Capital, Hercules Capital, and Indiegogo

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Traditional Bank Loans

The Capital Raising market in United Kingdom has been experiencing significant growth in recent years. Customer preferences have shifted towards alternative forms of financing, such as crowdfunding and peer-to-peer lending.

This trend is driven by a desire for more accessible and flexible funding options, as well as a growing distrust of traditional banking institutions. Additionally, the local special circumstances in the UK, such as a strong entrepreneurial culture and a supportive regulatory environment, have contributed to the development of a vibrant capital raising market. Customer preferences in the UK have been shifting away from traditional forms of financing, such as bank loans and venture capital, towards alternative options.

This is partly due to the increased accessibility and convenience of crowdfunding and peer-to-peer lending platforms. These platforms allow individuals and businesses to raise funds directly from a large pool of investors, bypassing the need for traditional intermediaries. This trend has been fueled by a growing distrust of banks and a desire for more control over the funding process.

In addition to the rise of alternative financing options, the UK's capital raising market has also benefited from a supportive regulatory environment. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has implemented regulations that promote innovation and competition in the financial sector, making it easier for new players to enter the market. This has led to a proliferation of crowdfunding and peer-to-peer lending platforms, offering a wide range of financing options to customers.

The UK's strong entrepreneurial culture and innovative ecosystem have also contributed to the growth of the capital raising market. The country has a long history of entrepreneurship and a vibrant startup scene, which has created a demand for alternative funding sources. Entrepreneurs are increasingly turning to crowdfunding and peer-to-peer lending to finance their ventures, as these platforms offer a more flexible and accessible alternative to traditional sources of capital.

Underlying macroeconomic factors have also played a role in the development of the capital raising market in the UK. The country has experienced steady economic growth in recent years, which has created a favorable environment for investment. Low interest rates and a stable regulatory framework have made the UK an attractive destination for both domestic and international investors.

This has led to an increase in the availability of capital, providing entrepreneurs and businesses with more options for raising funds. In conclusion, the Capital Raising market in United Kingdom has experienced significant growth due to changing customer preferences, a supportive regulatory environment, a strong entrepreneurial culture, and favorable macroeconomic factors. The rise of alternative financing options, such as crowdfunding and peer-to-peer lending, has provided individuals and businesses with more accessible and flexible funding options.

The UK's entrepreneurial ecosystem and innovative culture have also contributed to the development of a vibrant capital raising market. Additionally, the country's stable regulatory framework and favorable macroeconomic conditions have attracted both domestic and international investors, increasing the availability of capital for entrepreneurs and businesses.

Data coverage:

Data encompasses B2B and B2C enterprises. Figures are based on the amount of capital raised, the average of deal size and the number of deals.

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined through a combined top-down and bottom-up approach, building on a specific rationale for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use data from OECD, annual financial reports of key players, industry reports, third-party reports, publicly available databases, and survey results from primary research (e.g., the Statista Global Consumer Survey). In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, CPI, number of small and medium-sized enterprises (SME), new businesses registered (number) . This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, the S-curve function and exponential trend smoothing are well suited for forecasting digital products and services due to the non-linear growth of technology adoption.

Additional notes:

The market is updated twice a year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war is considered at a country-specific level.

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Venture capital is the term used to call the financial resources provided by investors to startup firms and small businesses that show potential for long-term growth. It has become a very important source of capital for entrepreneurs, who often have problems with financing their needs through risk-averse banks. Venture capital investments incorporate a high level of risk as only some of the VC-backed companies develop into successful and highly profitable businesses. In 2020, the leading venture capital backed company worldwide was the Manbang Group, which based in Nanjing, China.