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We’re looking forward to joining real estate professionals, investors, and innovators at the 17th Annual NYC Real Estate Expo next week. It’s a great chance to explore the trends shaping US real estate, from development and financing to sustainability and tech. At OakNorth, we’re proud to help businesses move fast when opportunity arises, with flexible finance designed for growth. Heading to the Expo? Come say "hi" to Adam, Max, and Joshua, or grab a coffee with them to explore how we can support your next project.

💼 Want your business savings to work harder? Don’t let surplus cash sit idle, put it to work with our new Business Notice savings accounts, offering tiered interest rates of up to 3.75% AER* (variable), without locking your funds away. Every OakNorth Business Banking customer can now benefit from: ✅ Competitive returns that move with the market ✅ Flexible access with 30- or 95-day notice ✅ Fast, easy set-up from your dashboard 👉 Let your business grow with us: https://lnkd.in/e5acjH7F T&Cs apply.

Confidence is returning to the UK real estate market. Demand is evolving, investor priorities are shifting, and ESG is reshaping what “prime” really means. Our latest UK Real Estate Sector Pulse report looks at how the market is rebalancing, and where opportunities are emerging as we head into 2026. Here's what's inside: ✅ The growing need to reposition outdated office space ✅ Why build-to-rent continues to attract overseas investment ✅ And how retail parks and logistics hubs are quietly outperforming   Get your full report in the comments below. #RealEstate

We’re proud to provide an $8.9m loan to Pro Hospitality Group to support the relaunch of Hotel Elev8 in Flagstaff, Arizona. Founded in 2008 by Alexandre Rizk, Pro Hospitality Group is a Phoenix-based hospitality investment and management company. The newly renovated, 100-key Hotel Elev8 Flagstaff, now part of the Wyndham Hotels & Resorts portfolio, has undergone significant upgrades to enhance guest experience and long-term performance. Tommy Tran, OakNorth Director of Debt Finance, commented: “Alex and the team at Pro Hospitality Group, LLC are seasoned operators with a proven ability to transform underperforming assets into high-yielding investments. Hotel Elev8’s recent renovation and franchise conversion put it on a strong trajectory for sustained growth, and we’re pleased to be part of that journey.” #OakNorth #DebtFinance #Hospitality

In the latest Greenbackers Investment Capital podcast episode, Peter King, OakNorth Director of Business Banking, shares how we help scaling businesses overcome traditional onboarding challenges, streamlining banking for both ventures and investors, and adding value far beyond day-to-day transactions. This episode follows the most recent Greenbackers Showcase, held in partnership with Sustainable Ventures, bringing together founders, investors, and partners driving climate innovation and sustainable growth. Original video by Greenbackers, produced by Daysix.

Join us and the British Design Fund on 29 October for an exclusive evening exploring how philanthropy and innovation can come together to drive lasting global impact. We’ll hear from leaders tackling challenges ranging from clean oceans to advanced prosthetics, showcasing how investment and ingenuity can make a real difference. 📅 Date: Wednesday, 29 October 🕕 Time: 6:00–9:30pm (GMT) 📍 Location: One Creechurch Lane, London EC3A 5AF See you there: https://lnkd.in/e26A7ddr

After a record-breaking Q3, we’re taking that same momentum into the final stretch of the year. And one thing’s certain: the ambitious businesses we support aren’t slowing down either. In our latest newsletter, we explore what’s driving that growth across sectors, from private equity and fund finance to fitness, retail, and care. Here’s what’s inside: 1️⃣ Highlights from our FinTech North panel on scaling smart with Mamas & Papas and Total Fitness 2️⃣ Lending spotlight: New funding for Whittard of Chelsea, Third Space, and Lovett Care Limited 3️⃣ Business Banking: Earn up to 3.75% AER on surplus cash with new Business Notice accounts (Ts&Cs apply) Read the full update below.

We’re proud to provide a £3.7m loan to Gatehouse Hub, a subsidiary of Bedford Park Developments, to fund the development of 20 industrial logistics units and a wellness centre around Burgess Hill, West Sussex. This follows our £6m facility in 2024, which funded the first phase of The Gatehouse development, comprising 19 industrial units now completed and successfully let or sold. Lucas Anglin, OakNorth Director of Debt Finance, said: “We’re pleased to build on our partnership with the Bedford Park Developments team. The Gatehouse is an excellent example of how OakNorth’s flexible capital can support experienced developers in bringing well-located, sustainable industrial schemes to market.”

This morning we had a pleasure of co-hosting a breakfast session for founders and their marketing leaders, alongside Active Partners at our London office. The discussion focused on how high-growth businesses can balance performance marketing with long-term brand building. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to the discussion, and to our speakers Anna Brook (CMO, Creature Comforts), Simon Ellis (Founder, Clockwise Marketing), and anna creed (Fractional CMO and former CMO, The INKEY List | B Corp and REN Clean Skincare) for sharing such valuable insights. Stay tuned for key takeaways from the session! #OakNorth #ActivePartners #BrandBuilding #Entrepreneurship

We're proud to have won 'Lender of the Year: Bank' at last night's Real Deals Sustainable Investment Awards. This award celebrates banks that are building sustainability into their products and partnerships with the private equity community. Thank you to our clients, partners, and colleagues for their support and collaboration, and to Navin Dabasia and Stuart Blair for representing us on the night. Congratulations to all the other winners! #SIA25 #PrivateEquity