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Acquisition RequirementBW000949

General wholesale or distribution business wanted in the Midlands

Wholesale & DistributionGeneral Wholesale & Distribution

A UK private individual buyer is seeking a majority stake in a general wholesale or distribution business in the Midlands, with annual turnover of £50m plus. Confidential approaches from owners or advisers are welcomed.

  • Majority stake
  • the Midlands
  • £50m plus turnover

Acquisition at a glance

Reference BW000949

Acquisition criteria

Reference
BW000949
Status
Active Requirement
Sector
Wholesale & Distribution
Sub-sector
General Wholesale & Distribution
Last reviewed
13 July 2026
Target turnover
£50m plus
Target location
the Midlands
Acquisition intent
Growth acquisition
Acquisition type
Majority stake

Buyer and transaction readiness

Buyer type
High net worth individual
Buyer origin
UK
Acquirer scale
First acquisition or small platform
Funding position
Funds in place
Decision readiness
Actively reviewing opportunities
Transaction experience
Five plus completed acquisitions
Execution capability
In-house M&A capability with advisers

Geographic focus

Target location preference
the Midlands

Full description

A UK private individual buyer is seeking a majority stake in a general wholesale or distribution business in the Midlands.

The target should have annual turnover of £50m plus. The search is focused on suitable businesses operating in the Midlands.

Owners of suitable businesses, or advisers acting on their behalf, are invited to make confidential contact.

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