At Merchant & Stone, we are sector agnostic. Whilst we have deep experience across a number of industries, we are ultimately interested in exceptional founders, compelling opportunities and businesses capable of creating long-term value. We focus on sectors undergoing significant transformation, where innovation, technology, changing consumer behaviour and emerging market dynamics create opportunities for ambitious entrepreneurs to build category-leading businesses.
Building The Future Across High-Growth Industries
Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technologies
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping every industry. We are particularly interested in AI agents, automation, machine learning, enterprise AI, intelligent systems, data analytics, predictive technologies and next-generation software platforms capable of transforming how organisations operate and create value.
Financial Services & Fintech
From digital banking and payments to wealth management, embedded finance and insurance technology, we support ventures seeking to modernise financial services, improve accessibility and create more efficient financial ecosystems.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare is undergoing rapid transformation driven by technology, data and changing patient expectations. We are interested in digital health, diagnostics, healthcare delivery, patient engagement, medical technologies, health platforms and innovations that improve outcomes and accessibility.
Enterprise Software & Digital Infrastructure
Businesses continue to demand smarter, faster and more efficient solutions. We support founders building enterprise software, SaaS platforms, workflow automation tools, cybersecurity solutions, cloud infrastructure and technologies that improve productivity and operational performance.
Media, Publishing & Content
The media landscape continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace. We work with founders developing innovative publishing platforms, digital media businesses, creator-focused technologies, content distribution models, knowledge platforms and businesses that shape how information is created, consumed and shared.
Events, Experiences & Communities
Events remain one of the most powerful ways to bring people, industries and ideas together. We are interested in ventures operating across conferences, exhibitions, live events, business communities, membership platforms and technology solutions that enhance engagement and audience experiences.
Aviation, Travel & Mobility
Aviation, travel and mobility continue to evolve through technology, sustainability and changing consumer expectations. We support opportunities across aviation services, travel technology, airport solutions, logistics, mobility platforms and businesses shaping the future of global connectivity.
Future of Work & Education
The way people learn, work and develop careers is changing rapidly. We are interested in workforce intelligence, talent platforms, education technology, professional development, skills training and solutions designed to support the future workforce.
Climate, Sustainability & Energy
The transition towards more sustainable economies presents significant opportunities for innovation. Areas of interest include clean technology, energy transition, resource optimisation, carbon reduction, sustainability platforms and environmental technologies.
Consumer Brands & Consumer Technology
We support founders building consumer-facing businesses capable of creating strong brands, loyal communities and scalable revenue models. This includes marketplaces, digital platforms, subscription businesses, lifestyle brands and next-generation consumer experiences.
Property, Real Estate & Built Environment
Technology is transforming how property is developed, managed and experienced. We are interested in PropTech, smart buildings, real estate technology, construction innovation, sustainability solutions and businesses serving the wider property ecosystem.
Deep Technology & Advanced Industries
Some of the most significant opportunities lie at the frontier of innovation. We support ventures operating within advanced computing, robotics, defence technology, advanced manufacturing, aerospace, intelligent infrastructure and breakthrough technologies capable of defining entirely new markets./span>