Acquisition Finance

Looking to accelerate expansion, seize a strategic opportunity, or complete a game-changing acquisition without diluting equity Acquisition finance enables sponsor-backed businesses to access bespoke funding that supports ambitious dealmaking—on your terms. 

Mergers and acquisitions mark pivotal points in a company’s journey. But executing deals quickly, amid growing deal sizes and tighter timelines, presents funding challenges. Traditional lending may lack the flexibility or speed required, and raising equity can be dilutive.

For mid-market companies backed by private equity, venture capital, or public investors, acquisition finance delivers the capital needed to act decisively—without compromising long-term ownership or control. 

Is Acquisition Finance Right for You?

  • You are pursuing a strategic acquisition or merger to drive growth
  • Your company is backed by private equity, VC, or public investors
  • You need flexible debt that complements equity
  • Speed and certainty of funding are critical to deal execution
  • Preserving equity and optimising capital structure are strategic priorities

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Understanding Acquisition Finance

Acquisition finance is tailored debt funding used to support mergers, buyouts, or strategic acquisitions. It sits alongside equity in the capital structure, enabling transactions without immediate dilution. Unlike standard bank loans, it offers flexible terms, structured repayments, and the agility to move quickly.

While acquisition finance may be priced slightly higher than traditional senior debt, it often delivers greater value through speed, certainty, and risk alignment—making it an essential tool for high-growth businesses. 

Overcoming the Challenges of Acquisition Financing

Successfully navigating M&A financing requires careful attention to deal structure, timing, and lender alignment. Covenant flexibility, repayment terms, and lender appetite must be matched to your growth strategy and risk tolerance.

Finding the right financing partner—one who understands both the nuances of M&A and your business model—is key. A compelling, strategic pitch is essential to secure favourable terms and ensure deal success.

Fuse Capital’s extensive experience in acquisition finance and mid-market transactions, combined with our deep lender relationships across the UK, Europe, and APAC, allows us to deliver tailored, strategic funding solutions. From structuring to closing, we provide transparent, end-to-end support that accelerates your funding journey and optimises your outcome. 

Why Choose Us?

As your trusted debt advisory partner, we provide the expertise and support you need to navigate the complexities of funding. Here's what sets us apart:

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Focused Exclusively on Debt

Our exclusive focus on debt advisory means we bring deep expertise to help VC, PE, and PLC-backed businesses secure the right capital efficiently.

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We work closely with you to understand your business, develop the right funding strategy, negotiate terms, and support you through every stage of the process.

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Built on Real-World Experience

Having built and scaled businesses ourselves, our advice is rooted in practical experience and a deep understanding of the challenges you face.

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Results That Speak for Themselves

Trusted by over 550+ businesses across the UK, Europe and APAC, we deliver strategic insight and tailored funding solutions that drive sustainable, long-term growth.

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Since 2013, we have delivered $100m amount of loans to game-changing startups backed by the likes of Google Ventures, Softbank and Atomico amongst many others legendary venture capital firms, accelerators and incubators.

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