UK fintech SumUp explores listing at up to $15bn valuation
Card reader company wants to raise cash to buy up competitors
Card reader company wants to raise cash to buy up competitors

Justin Basini says fintech is considering an IPO in London that could value it at between £1.5bn and £2.5bn

Rather than financial alchemy, such deals involve mispricing, reduced capital buffers and hidden risks

Europe’s debt crisis demands a new public spending model

Fast-growing market comes under greater scrutiny for potential risks after series of setbacks

Smaller groups seek alternative funding with traditional banks held back by ESG lending rules

Interest in AI and defence tech start-ups has boosted investor activity after a prolonged slowdown