Praetura Ventures & Par Equity Unite to Form 670m PXN Group
Deal News | Jun 18, 2025 | Business Cloud

Praetura Ventures and Par Equity have announced a merger forming the PXN Group, a formidable Northern investment entity with assets exceeding 670m. Both firms have accomplished significant growth in assets since 2021, making PXN Group the most rapidly expanding investment firm outside of London and the South East. This merger, pending FCA approval, will provide PXN Group with the capability to offer equity investments ranging from 200,000 to 8m across various sectors and growth stages. Leaders Dave Foreman and Paul Munn emphasize the merger's regional dedication to fostering ambitious founders. Praetura Ventures has experience backing high-growth entities, while Par Equity is recognized for supporting tech firms using angel networks and managed funds. The new entity will sustain its operations from current office locations, managing existing funds without significant changes.
Sectors
- Venture Capital
- Financial Services
Geography
- United Kingdom – The merger involves UK-based companies, Praetura Ventures in Manchester and Par Equity in Edinburgh, with operations to continue in Manchester, Edinburgh, Leeds, and London.
Industry
- Venture Capital – Both Praetura Ventures and Par Equity operate within the venture capital industry, focusing on early-stage investments and supporting high-growth companies.
- Financial Services – The merger involves the formation of PXN Group, which aims to broaden its suite of investment products and support financial advisers.
Financials
- 670m – The amount in assets under management by the newly formed PXN Group following the merger of Praetura Ventures and Par Equity.
Participants
Name | Role | Type | Description |
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PXN Group | Merged Entity | Company | Formed from the merger of Praetura Ventures and Par Equity, PXN Group is an investment firm with over 670m in assets under management. |
Praetura Ventures | Merging Company | Company | A venture capital firm based in Manchester, known for supporting high-growth businesses and managing several institutional mandates. |
Par Equity | Merging Company | Company | A venture capital firm based in Edinburgh with a strong presence in the North of England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, focusing on tech companies. |
Dave Foreman | CEO of PXN Group | Person | Founder of Praetura Ventures and now the CEO of the newly formed PXN Group. |
Paul Munn | Executive Chair of PXN Group | Person | Founder of Par Equity and now the Executive Chair of the newly formed PXN Group. |