Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 18, 2024

In that environment, very few firms sought IPOs, and there was a major slowdown in overall exits, whether private or public. And will that mean that some of the privately held management consulting firms or other professional services companies will choose an IPO this year? But those companies have been public for more than 20 years.

IPO 52

IPO Consulting Corporate Finance Professional Services 52

Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

For example, in the 2012 Facebook IPO, common shareholders gained exposure to the tech giant's fortunes, while also securing a say in corporate matters. A good illustration is the preference shares that Ford offered in 2013, which offered fixed dividends without voting rights.

Corporation 52

Corporation Private Equity Mergers and Acquisitions Corporate Finance 52

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 52

Private Equity M&A Equities Mergers and Acquisitions 52