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Vannin Capital ends flotation plans after acquisition by private equity house Fortress

Vannin Capital ends flotation plans after acquisition by private equity house Fortress

High-profile litigation funder Vannin Capital has been acquired by private equity house Fortress almost a year after shelving its planned initial public offering (IPO) due to market volatility.

The buyout sees Fortress acquire 100% of the equity in Vannin from existing shareholders, including majority owner Bramden investments, with private equity backing now preferred over a significant public raising.

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