Corporate finance is central to almost every major decision a company takes but, because of its complexity, it is very little understood. This Handbook aims to be a practical guide for the hard-pressed CEOs and finance directors of middle market companies. Companies of this size encounter a wide range of financing issues related to growth and acquisition, debt restructuring, private and public equity, export expansion, risk management, improving cash flow, etc. This Handbook aims to provide them with all they need to know both to manage their finances creatively and to deal effectively with banks, investors, accountants and professional advisors. Contents include: The Corporate Finance Environment; Debt Finance, Private Equity; Public Equity; Mergers & Acquisitions; Management Issues in Generating Investment; Public Funding for SMEs; Directory of Corporate Finance Services Providers