Bridgepoint has taken a majority stake in UK car finance fintech Zuto through its small cap Growth fund, according to a company press release. The fund focuses on scaling profitable European businesses, and the transaction also marks the exit of long-term investor Scottish Equity Partners (SEP).
Founded in 2006 and certified as a B Corporation, Zuto reported revenues of £75m and EBITDA of £12.5m in the last financial year to June 2025. The company stated that Q1 revenues in the current year grew by more than 30% year-on-year.
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Jim Wilkinson, Zuto’s chief executive, described the deal as “a pivotal milestone” for the business. He said Bridgepoint’s investment would allow the company “to strengthen our position, scale our platform, support more customers and give them even greater control.” Wilkinson also acknowledged SEP’s role, noting its “support and guidance” had shaped the company’s culture.
Bridgepoint Growth partner Duncan Calam said Zuto was “an exceptional technology-led platform” and highlighted its “sophisticated technology and consumer-first ethos.” He added that the business was well placed to expand further in the UK car finance market.
SEP senior advisor Tony Robison commented that the firm was “proud to have partnered with Jim and the Zuto team” and said the company’s “growth, innovation and commitment to improving the customer experience” had been notable during its investment period.
The partnership is expected to accelerate the development of Zuto’s technology platform and broaden its product range, drawing on Bridgepoint’s experience in scaling fintech businesses.
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