• Upsized facility demonstrates strong support for DUSK, one of the UK’s fastest growing e-commerce businesses 

• Highlights AFC’s commitment to long-term partnerships and the continued growth of our presence in the North of England 

• DUSK will use the additional liquidity to support long-term growth 

London, 29 June 2026 – AURELIUS Finance Company (“AFC”), the Private Debt segment of AURELIUS, is pleased to announce that it has increased its financing commitment to Dusk (Retail) Ltd (“DUSK”), the fast growing UK homeware and furniture e-commerce business. Building on the bespoke inventory-backed revolving facility first provided in 2025, AFC has extended both the quantum and duration of its financing, providing DUSK with flexible liquidity to help underpin its strong performance and rapid expansion. 

Founded in 2017 by serial e-commerce entrepreneur Jason Walker, DUSK is a UK-based, direct-to-consumer homeware and furniture brand focused on delivering premium-quality products at accessible price points. Its offering spans bedding, furniture, mattresses and home accessories, combining luxury design with affordability. 

“I am pleased to extend this facility with AFC, building on the strong and supportive working relationship we have developed. We see many opportunities ahead for DUSK, and this increased and extended facility will help us to continue to grow quickly and make strategic progress,” said Max Jones, Chief Financial Officer at DUSK. 

“Extending and increasing our facility is a direct result of the excellent relationship we have built and of having proven ourselves to be a dependable partner over time, which is exactly what we aim for. It also demonstrates our continued commitment to developing our business and supporting ambitious companies across the North of England.” commented James Elliott, New Business Specialist for the North of England at AURELIUS Finance Company. 

About AURELIUS Finance Company 

AURELIUS Finance Company, the Private Debt segment of AURELIUS, is an independent direct lender and one of the leading private debt players in the UK market, focused on providing capital to mid-market companies across the UK, Ireland, USA and Canada. It provides clients with an alternative to mainstream banks, with commercial, flexible and supportive lending solutions across the whole capital structure. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in London, its team of 14 specialists has deployed more than £500m of capital to over 40 clients, across a broad range of industries and situations. 

AURELIUS Finance Company media contact: 

Harald Kinzler 
Head of Communications 
harald.kinzler@aurelius-group.com 
+44 7785 722 191