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Commodity Hedge Funds: The Most Lucrative “Hidden Gem” in Finance?

Mergers and Inquisitions

If you want to work in the most cyclical role in the finance industry, it’s hard to beat commodity hedge funds. Many of the largest hedge funds put commodity trading within their global macro strategies , but plenty of smaller funds, banks, and desks make it a separate category or focus on commodities within their macro strategies.

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From Yoga Studio to EBITDA Truths: The Hidden Financial Traps in Small Business Exits

How2Exit

Today, he helps small business owners prepare financially for growth, funding, and exits, specializing in turning messy books into stories buyers want to hear. Sloppy Books Kill Value – Underreporting income to avoid taxes might save you 30 cents today but cost you $3 per dollar at exit. Sophisticated buyers will catch it.

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The Business Transition Handbook: Navigating the Path to Success W/ Laurie Barkman

How2Exit

From training, then funding, and post-acquisition support rn _ rn About The Guest(s): Laurie Barkman is the CEO of a privately held company and a certified mergers and acquisitions advisor. She is also the host of the "Succession Stories" podcast and the author of the book "Business Transition Handbook." Based Small Business.

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Navigating the Maze: K-12 Executives Share Perspective on the 2023 Sales Cycle

Tyton Partners

With the looming expiration of ESSER stimulus funding, K-12 districts are grappling with how to meet greater student needs post-pandemic with considerably fewer resources. In the aggregate, K-12 executives are reporting a bookings shortfall this year relative to expectations, with some degree of caution for the coming years.

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13 Concepts We Can Learn About Winning and Losing in Entrepreneurship on How2Exit's Interview W/Scott Duke

How2Exit

Concept 4: Culture Is Key To Retention One important factor to consider when planning for a business sale is employee retention. No matter the size or scope of a business, employee retention is key to a successful sale. This is because employees are the lifeblood of a business and if they are not retained, the sale could be a failure.

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Work Smarter, Not Harder: K-12 Executives Share Takeaways from the 2024 Sales Cycle

Tyton Partners

Federal ESSER funding, which buoyed K-12 spending through COVID-19, has expired, leading many schools and districts to reexamine and reprioritize budgets. This month, we share findings from a Tyton Partners survey of K-12 education executives, who offer insight into how their companies performed during the 2024 sales cycle.

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11 Concepts You and I Can Learn About the Market & Selling a Small Business From How2Exit's Interview With Joe Valley Author and Certified M&A Pro

How2Exit

Joe has written a best-selling book, The Ex-Entrepreneur's Playbook, to help online business owners get the maximum value and the best deal structure when they seek their own incredible exit. It is also important to have an accurate valuation of the business and to be aware of any liabilities or assets that could affect the sale.

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