Alpha Group International (LSE: ALPH), the London-based financial services provider, is exploring expansion into Singapore and the United States as part of its long-term growth strategy, according to the company's annual report published today (Thursday)

Alpha Group Eyes Expansion into Singapore and US Markets

The FTSE 250 firm, which reported a 23% increase in revenue to £135.6 million for fiscal year 2024, indicated that the potential expansion would primarily focus on serving existing European clients who already operate in these jurisdictions.

"We see a potential long-term opportunity to extend our offering, in a measured way, beyond Europe, unlocking new markets and revenue streams in the US and Singapore," the company stated in its annual report. "Many of our existing European clients already operate in these jurisdictions and have expressed an appetite for us to service their needs in North America and South East Asia."

The expansion plans appear to be client-driven rather than a rapid geographic expansion initiative. Alpha Group emphasized that the move would create "an exciting opportunity to quickly increase wallet share with firms that already know and trust us."

Private Markets Drive Alpha's Push

The company's Private Markets division, which serves investment managers across private equity, venture capital, private debt, infrastructure, real estate and fund of funds, would likely spearhead this international growth. The division reported a 20% revenue increase to £69.0 million in 2024.

Clive Kahn, who succeeded founder Morgan Tillbrook as CEO on January 1, 2025, highlighted the company's growth potential in his first statement as chief executive.

"I am excited by the number of product and market opportunities, the majority of which remain in relatively nascent stages," Kahn said. "I am confident in the scale of untapped demand for our products and services and our ability to execute effectively and deliver sustainable growth for all stakeholders."

The potential expansion aligns with Alpha's strategy of providing banking alternatives and financial risk management services to corporate and private market clients. The company currently operates across 11 international offices, primarily in Europe, with additional locations in Canada and Australia.

£218 Million in Cash

Alpha's business model includes currency and interest rate risk management, accounts and payments services, fund finance, and multi-bank connectivity solutions through its Cobase subsidiary, acquired in December 2023.

Dame Jayne-Anne Gadhia, who became Chair in November 2024, noted in the annual report that the company's strong cash position of £218 million provides "flexibility for continued investment" to maximize growth potential.

Any expansion would likely build upon Alpha's existing technology platform and expertise before establishing significant physical infrastructure in new markets. The company has not announced specific timelines for the potential moves into Singapore and the US.

Alpha Group completed its transition from London's AIM market to the Main Market in 2024 and subsequently joined the FTSE 250 index in June of that year.