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11 August 2026

Australian Growth Business Fund doubles investment cap to target larger businesses

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Australian Growth Business Fund doubles investment cap to target larger businesses

Niche private equity player Australian Growth Business Fund has expanded its investment mandate in the small-to-medium business sector, as the fund takes its second stake in the defence ­industry.

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