Masterclass: the magazine for growth leaders – out now!

Find out the reasons why veteran entrepreneur Lord Harris is taking Carpetright, Europe’s biggest flooring provider, private again. Read how international director Michael Lemner plans on taking New Look, the UK’s third largest womanswear retailer, global. Financial director Allan Rowley discusses how Medicsight’s lifesaving software will revolutionise cancer detection and treatment. Learn why private equity and Islamic finance aren’t imcompatible – in fact, they can work together quite well. Here’s how…

Growth challenge: Becoming a market leader

It's not luck that turns some businesses into market leaders, it's being exceptional. Our experience of working with dynamic and ambitious companies around the world has taught us that, whatever the industry or stage of growth, all businesses face certain challenges. Discover what we think it takes to become an Exceptional Enterprise on the road to market leadership in "Why Are Some Companies Luckier Than Others?".

Thinking of floating?

Order your copy of the IPO Retreat Report. If you are considering flotation, our exclusive IPO Retreat will give you unparalleled insight to help you decide whether it is the right option for your business. The Ernst & Young IPO Retreat Report gives you a taste of the IPO Retreat experience and includes candid accounts from FDs and CEOs who have taken their companies public. Order your copy. Find out more

Market insight: Why share-based incentive plans play a key role before and after an IPO

A new Ernst & Young study, Trends and Market Practice for Share Plans and Executive Pay on Initial Public Offering, explores the role of share incentive plans in the IPO process. The survey reveals the rise of share plans, common types and performance targets. 3.5Mb

IPO insights

Globalization of capital continues to drive the record-setting IPO markets of 2006-7, and companies, investors and stock exchanges are thinking and acting much more globally. Get analysis and insight on the issues shaping the markets in Globalization: Global IPO Trends Report 2007.

Non-Executive Director regional workshops

Ernst & Young's tailored programme of breakfast workshops address the unique issues and challenges facing Non-Executive Directors. Running throughout the UK, the regional programme expands on the success of our London-based FTSE350 programme. With boards remaining in the spotlight and a continually expanding regulatory landscape, our workshops provide the wherewithal to help you manage the risks and improve your effectiveness. Find out more