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Value Investing - our criteria

We back exceptional businesses in critical Backbone Sectors.

 

Our investment framework is rooted in fundamentals, not fads. We seek high-integrity businesses where capital can unlock meaningful, lasting growth.

Andy Alderson and Dan Taylor Alderway
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Our Investment Framework

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Our Universe

We are highly considered in our investment selection. We will invest in fewer businesses with a higher conviction for success.

Backbone Sectors

Physical, mission-critical industries like manufacturing, energy, logistics and infrastructure.

Profile

Founder-led, often outside London, with proven product-market fit and room to scale.

Stage

Profitable, capital-efficient businesses with £5m-£50m in revenue and £2m+ of EBITDA.

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Fundamentals Focused: Our Investment Criteria

Revenue

Strong, robust revenue,

Profit

Sustainable profitability.

Cash Flow

Positive free cash flow.

Balance Sheet

Clean serviceable balance sheets.

Capital Efficiency

Capital efficiency (ROCE > 20% or top of peer set).

Financial Principles
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Foundations
Team

Visionary operators with track records, industry insight, and authenticity,

Product

A differentiated solution with defensible IP and real-world traction.

Brand

Established or ready to build. We know how to amplify.

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Forces
Trends

Macro tailwinds and demand-led growth.

Traction

Multi-year momentum in revenue and margins, with a platform for more.

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Let's Work Together

Have an exciting new business to share? Send us your pitch. 

The Alderway Team

Let's Work Together

Have an exciting business to share? Send us your pitch. 

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