Strategic investment for Oxford Online Pharmacy

Deal Summary

Headpoint Advisors has advised the shareholders of online healthcare platform Oxford Online Pharmacy on securing a strategic investment from Rockpool. The deal was completed in August 2024.

Oxford Online Pharmacy is a fast-growing online pharmacy offering accessible healthcare to patients’ homes. The business has evolved from its roots as a family-owned pharmacy chain established in 1925 into an online-focused healthcare platform. 

The company provides cost-effective privately-prescribed medication and healthcare advice to customers across the UK. The company is led by its founder and CEO Stuart Gale and is supported by a highly-experienced and dedicated management team. 

Rockpool invests up to £15 million per transaction and will support Oxford Online Pharmacy to accelerate its growth trajectory, further develop its technology infrastructure and expand its leadership team. The strategic investment will enhance the company’s ability to meet the increasing demand for online pharmacy services, particularly in the fast-growing weight loss sector.

Online pharmacy is rapidly disrupting the way that consumers access healthcare treatments. The European e-pharmacy market is growing at c.20% per annum and Oxford Online Pharmacy is one of the leaders in the UK, with over 20,000 positive Trustpilot reviews.

This deal showcases Headpoint’s ability to work with very fast-growing, founder-led businesses disrupting established markets, and navigate the UK private equity landscape to find the right funding partner for businesses.

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