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News, commentary and market perspectives from Anglo-Suisse Capital.
Our insights page brings together firm updates, market commentary and selected perspectives relevant to cross-border M&A, capital raising and secondary transactions.
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A secondary transaction in private equity is the sale of an existing fund interest or private company stake to another buyer. It gives one investor liquidity without waiting for an IPO or full exit, while allowing a new investor to enter an asset or portfolio at a negotiated price.
In private equity, a secondary transaction usually means one investor is transferring an existing position rather than funding a brand-new primary issuance. The asset being sold could be an interest in a private equity fund, a direct stake in a private company or exposure wrapped into a continuation or structured process.
That matters because the seller is not waiting for the original investment to run all the way to an IPO, trade sale or formal wind-down. Instead, the seller is creating liquidity earlier, while the buyer gains access to an existing asset or portfolio with more information than would usually be available in a first-time primary investment.
Read more: What is a secondary transaction in private equity?
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Cross-border M&A usually requires more than standard deal execution. Buyers and sellers must manage jurisdictional differences, investor and board expectations, regulatory questions and timing risk at the same time. In practice, outcomes often depend on preparation, disciplined communication and a realistic process plan from the outset.
Cross-border transactions can look straightforward at headline level but become more demanding once execution begins. The deal may involve parties from different legal systems, investors with different approval processes and management teams working across time zones and communication styles. That does not make a transaction unworkable. It does mean the process needs more structure than a purely domestic deal.
For many boards, the practical challenge is balancing speed with control. Momentum matters, but so do sequencing, diligence discipline and clarity around how key issues are escalated. In a cross-border process, small misunderstandings can become larger delays if the architecture of the transaction is not thought through early.
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London, 16 June 2025 — Anglo-Suisse Capital Limited, a leading London-based international investment banking firm, is delighted to announce the appointment of Luis Phillips as Senior Consultant. With over 30 years of experience in investment banking, private equity and corporate advisory across global markets, Mr Phillips brings unparalleled expertise to strengthen the firm’s capabilities in mergers and acquisitions, capital raising and unicorn brokerage.
His distinguished career includes senior roles such as Head of Global M&A at CITIC Merchant Limited in Hong Kong, Managing Director of Villerville Finance, a Paris based corporate finance boutique, Portfolio Manager at Alexandra Investment Management Inc in New York, managing a $1.5 billion hedge fund and Head of Global Sector Research at Banque Paribas, where he was previously Head of Latin America in New York. His extensive track record includes advising on high-profile transactions and forging strategic partnerships with governments, sovereign wealth funds, and leading corporations worldwide.
Luis will focus on developing strategic partnerships for both origination and execution purposes.
Charles Hancock, Chief Executive of Anglo-Suisse Capital, commented:
“We are thrilled to welcome Luis Phillips to our team. His deep expertise in emerging markets, infrastructure finance and technology investments, combined with his global network and proven leadership, will significantly enhance our ability to deliver exceptional value to our clients. Luis’s appointment underscores our commitment to attracting top-tier talent to support our growth and innovation in the investment banking sector.”
Luis Phillips, added:
“I am excited to join Anglo-Suisse Capital, a firm renowned for its client-focussed approach and expertise in navigating complex financial landscapes. I look forward to leveraging my experience to drive strategic initiatives, particularly in capital raising and M&A, and to contribute to the firm’s continued success in serving its distinguished client base.”
Luis’s appointment reinforces Anglo-Suisse Capital’s position as a trusted partner to corporations and institutions, with a focus on delivering tailored debt and equity solutions, strategic M&A advisory and fund-raising services. His multilingual capabilities, including fluency in Spanish and proficiency in French, will further enhance the firm’s ability to serve clients across the UK, Europe, the Middle East and beyond.
Notes for editors
Anglo-Suisse Capital Limited is a London-based international investment banking firm. Regulated by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority and partnered with Marco Polo Securities in the US (FINRA-regulated), the firm specializes in mergers and acquisitions, secondary placements and capital raising for companies and funds. The senior partners have advised on transactions totalling nearly $30 billion. With over 200 years of collective experience, the firm serves clients in sectors such as fintech, AI, robotics, healthcare, space and property with a strong network of professional investors, including family offices, PE/VC firms and sovereign wealth funds.
For more information, visit anglo-suisse.com
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An Anglo-Suisse Capital deep dive into ILWs and Thornwood Hill Insurance
An Insurance Loss Warranty (ILW) is a type of reinsurance or insurance-linked security contract that provides a payout based on the occurrence of industry-wide insured losses from a specific event, rather than the actual losses of the insured party.
Key Features of an ILW:
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Trigger: The contract is triggered when industry losses (not the buyer's individual losses) exceed a pre-agreed threshold, as measured by a third-party index (like PCS in the U.S. or PERILS in Europe).
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Payout: If the threshold is met or exceeded, the buyer receives a predefined payout, regardless of their own losses.
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Purpose: Commonly used by reinsurers, insurers, or investors to hedge against catastrophic risks like hurricanes, earthquakes, or other natural disasters.
Listen to Aidan and Ingrid from Anglo-Suisse Capital as they discuss ILWs and how Thornwood Hill Insurance presents several standout qualities, primarily stemming from its specialised focus, advanced operational strategies, and demonstrated performance.
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MONACO, 22 October, 2022 -- Entrepreneur Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou has played host to over 100 eager businessmen and women this weekend in Monaco.
As part of a rolling series of similar events, the two-day session on 21st and 22nd October was aimed at businesses that currently trade as part of the ‘easy’ family of brands, founded by Sir Stelios in 1995. Typically, these contain ‘easy’ as a prefix to their company name, including easyJet, easyHotel and easyStorage among others.
easyCapital is a joint venture between the easyGroup and Anglo-Suisse Capital.
More information: https://monacolife.net/sir-stelios-unites-easy-brands-in-monaco/
Read more: Sir Stelios unites the ‘easy’ Family of Brands in Monaco
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Zurich, 13 April, 2022
The ambitious residential quarter development 'Eco Village' in Schwäbisch Gmünd had already taken shape in the form of plans and concepts at the end of 2021. At that time, the project developer, thallos AG, submitted the building application for the residential quarter development with around 300 flats to the city of Schwäbisch Gmünd. A forward- looking concept that is intended to harmonise living comfort, an attractive appearance and the highest standards of climate-neutral building. Now, the Real Estate Fund launched by Lakeward Advisory AG in 2021 in cooperation with PMG Investment Solutions AG has founded a joint venture with thallos AG to realise this building project.
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