Mercia Asset Management PLC

("Mercia", the "Group" or the "Company")

Publication of 'The Insight' Newsletter

Mercia Asset Management PLC (AIM: MERC), the proactive, regionally focused specialist asset manager with c.£948million of assets under management, is pleased to announce publication of the latest edition of its newsletter 'The Insight'.

The Insight newsletter can be found here: https://www.mercia.co.uk/the-insight-4/

This edition of The Insight has a focus on Deep Tech and includes commentary from Dr Mark Payton, CEO, on the challenges and opportunities that both society and businesses face in an increasingly complex geopolitical and economic environment. The Insight also explores the bold yet patient approach required when investing in Deep Tech and how this sector, and Mercia's approach, is increasingly relevant as the UK looks to align its technology vision with the levelling up agenda.

Dr Mark Payton, CEO of Mercia, commented: "We are pleased to share this latest issue of The Insight. In particular, we shine a spotlight on Deep Tech and how, at a time when investor interest in this sector is increasing, Mercia's track record as an early advocate and its strong current investment pipeline positions us well to capitalise on the opportunity this presents. As always, we hope you enjoy reading The Insight."

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About Mercia Asset Management PLC

Mercia is a proactive, specialist asset manager focused on supporting regional SMEs to achieve their growth aspirations. Mercia provides capital across its four asset classes of venture, private equity, debt and proprietary capital: the Group's 'Complete Connected Capital'. The Group initially nurtures businesses via its third-party funds under management, then over time Mercia can provide further funding to the most promising companies, by deploying direct investment follow-on capital from its own balance sheet. 

The Group has a strong UK footprint through its regional offices, 19 university partnerships and extensive personal networks, providing it with access to high-quality deal flow. Mercia currently has c.£948million of assets under management and, since its IPO in December 2014, has invested c.£116million gross into its direct investment portfolio.

Mercia Asset Management PLC is quoted on AIM with the EPIC "MERC".