An active market In the last five years, £38bn has been invested in more than 2,800 UK companies by private equity and venture capital in the UK. Read more Europe's leading magnet for venture capital investment UK based firms raised €4.3bn of VC funding during the first six months of 2019 - more than double the €2.1bn seen in the same period in 2018, and higher than any other European country. £16bn investment into the UK’s fintech sector the highest in Europe in 2018 $1.3bn capital raised by artificial intelligence firms in the UK in 2018 - a record 6x growth in venture capital investment into the UK artificial intelligence sector from 2014 to 2018 Compelling investment opportunities Tech unicorns, dynamic fintech firms and cutting edge AI developers - all key targets for venture capital and private equity - are concentrated in the UK. Only New York and Silicon Valley have produced more digital tech startups worth over £50 million than London. Tech stars that have received venture capital investment in the UK include Transferwise, Deliveroo and Revolut. Healthy returns 14.5% since-inception returns generated for pension funds and other investors by UK private equity and venture capital Healthy returns Momentum in the market 843,000 people work for UK companies which have been backed by private equity and venture capital investors Momentum in the market Successful divestments Around 500 private equity companies were exited in 2018 Successful divestments Partner story Agricultural Bank of China: 'The opportunity set for businesses is constantly growing.' Agricultural Bank of China: 'The opportunity set for businesses is constantly growing.' Partner story TMW Pay: 'One of the most advanced markets in the financial sector' TMW Pay: 'One of the most advanced markets in the financial sector' See more case studies Everything you need The UK offers you everything you need to grow your business. We have a global outlook, which means we understand your business needs. The depth and breadth of our offer mean unparalleled opportunities for you to grow. Innovation is what we do - creating an inspirational ecosystem where you can thrive. Choose the UK Depth and breadth Innovation Open and global Business environment Opportunity Talent Industries A UK-wide offer Need more information? The City of London Corporation London & Partners Great Campaign TheCityUK Innovate Finance Association for Foreign Banks Association of British Insurers The Investment Association AFME UK Finance