But stretchmarks begin to show
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The banking industry has expanded in Manchester, England at a time when UK banking has undergone major changes. Smaller firms often feel that service levels have suffered. Acquisition finance teams have entered the market and competition has led to price pressure on banks. National Westminster, Midland and Barclays are seen as key players among the major banks, and Murray Johnstone is a key player among providers of venture capital. The impact of the merger between Lloyds and TSB on corporate services has yet to be assessed.
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1996
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Charity services prove a winner
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Charity fund management is expanding in Manchester, England, though London tends to predominate in this activity. Clients need specialist advice since they may have special accounting practices or a particular need to increase their incomes. Henry Cooke Fund Management is one company operating in this field and has 120 charity clients in Manchester. Charities have been affected by the National Lottery and are also expanding through setting up charity shops.
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1996
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Corporate finance
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Leeds, England, is a financial center which has benefited which the growth of law firms in the city. Everyday corporate finance requirements can be catered for within Leeds. Flotations are becoming more common as are management buyouts. There area number of specialist services, with Henry Cooke Corporate Finance, specializing in high-technology stock, an example. Manchester is stronger in terms of investment banking. Stockbroking is expanding in Leeds.
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1995
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