Equity Finance from Development Bank of Wales
Equity finance from the Development Bank of Wales for businesses across various stages, including tech startups, growth, and business acquisitions.
Key facts
- Funding amount
- Varies
- Deadline
- Rolling – no fixed deadline
- Region
- Wales
- Business type
- Innovative businesses & R&D-led teams
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Plain English summary
The Development Bank of Wales offers equity finance to businesses in Wales, helping them raise capital by selling a stake in their company. This funding can support tech startups, established businesses looking for growth capital, and management teams acquiring a business. Unlike loans, equity finance requires no monthly repayments and comes with added value like expertise, networks, and potential for faster growth.
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Who this is best for
- Innovative businesses & R&D-led teams
- Organisations based in Wales
- Projects aligned with startup funding
Who should not apply
- Individuals applying in a personal capacity (unless explicitly permitted)
- Organisations based outside Wales
- Applicants who cannot meet the official eligibility criteria below
Eligibility checklist
Tick what applies to your organisation before applying.
- The opportunity is for businesses in Wales, including tech startups, businesses seeking growth capital, and management teams looking to acquire a business.
- The Development Bank acts as a minority shareholder and co-invests with other equity partners, especially for early-stage businesses.
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