Mergers and Inquisitions

JULY 9, 2025

This trend began with Dropbox in 2012 , and following some very aggressive marketing , seemingly every other tech company – and many non-tech companies – copied them and created their own Strategic Finance jobs. But many corporations also realized that Corporate Finance has a branding problem , because they created “Strategic Finance” roles.

Corporate Finance

Devensoft

JUNE 20, 2023

Corporate development through mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is an increasingly popular strategy for companies seeking to drive innovation and growth opportunities. Conducting Due Diligence in M&A Transactions Due diligence is a comprehensive investigation of the target’s business, financial, legal, and operational aspects.

M&A

Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

While they are established through acquisitions or spin-offs, they differ from divisions or branches. Facebook's acquisition of Instagram in 2012 transformed Instagram into a subsidiary, maintaining its unique identity while enjoying the resources of a larger entity. For instance, Google's reorganization under Alphabet Inc.

Private Equity

Devensoft

AUGUST 21, 2023

In the fast-paced world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), two titans of finance go head-to-head: venture capitalists and private equity firms. From sourcing deals and conducting due diligence to negotiating terms and post-acquisition management, these power players navigate complex landscapes with enormous financial stakes.

Private Equity

Peak Frameworks

MAY 22, 2023

Importance of the Accounting Equation Role in Financial Statements and Double-Entry Bookkeeping The accounting equation is the foundation of double-entry bookkeeping , a system that records every transaction as both a debit and a credit. For instance, Facebook's initial public offering in 2012 raised $16 billion in contributed capital.

Accountant