- SMEs based in Greater London
- Most industry sectors - there are a few restrictions
- All stages of development, from early stage through expansion to MBOs
- Financial requirements consistent with The Capital Fund's ability to invest
- Strong, experienced management teams that are personally and financially committed to the company
- Good potential for growth in sales, profits and shareholder value
- Clear customer need for the products/services offered, ideally demonstrated by a sales track record
- Convincing strategy for marketing, selling and delivering products in the face of competition
- Exit possibilities for The Capital Fund in 3-5 years' time
- Effective financial systems and cost controls
Read about our investment strategy: size, structure and restrictions. You may also find it useful to read the following PDF documents "Guide to Raising Finance" and "21 tips for SMEs raising venture capital".
N.B. If you don't already have it you can download Acrobat Reader which enables you to view PDF files. You can also visit the British Venture Capital Association (BVCA) and refer to their publication, "A Guide to Venture Capital".
If you are in any doubt about whether your business meets The Capital Fund's investment criteria, please contact us.
The Capital Fund is managed by YFM Venture Finance Limited. YFM Venture Finance is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority and is part of the YFM Group. Trading names used in the past by the London office include London Fund Managers, Yorkshire Venture Finance and Yorkshire Fund Managers.