Sun Acquisitions

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The post Greening the Bottom Line: M&A Heats the Race for Sustainable Innovation appeared first on Sun Acquisitions | Chicago Business Broker and M&A Firm. As the race for sustainable innovation heats up, M&A will play a central role in propelling us towards a cleaner, greener tomorrow.

M&A

Sun Acquisitions

JULY 1, 2025

The post Effective Integration Strategies for a Seamless Merger appeared first on Sun Acquisitions | Chicago Business Broker and M&A Firm. Far from disruption, a well-executed merger celebrates growth and a pathway to a brighter, bolder future.

Mergers

Sun Acquisitions

JANUARY 3, 2025

The post The Power of Synergy: How Mergers Create Exceptional Value appeared first on Sun Acquisitions | Chicago Business Broker and M&A Firm. When executed successfully, mergers can create long-term value for shareholders, employees, and customers.

Mergers

The TRADE

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

With increasing process and decision-making automation in trading, I cannot see this evolving in that direction – unless the trader makes a script to instruct the systems to route volume based on what broker took him/her out for lunch that week, in which case the trader would need to know how to program!

Engineering

Sun Acquisitions

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The post Mergers & Acquisitions in a Tech-Driven World: How to Prepare Your Business appeared first on Sun Acquisitions | Chicago Business Broker and M&A Firm. Embrace technology, invest in innovation, and foster a culture of adaptability to thrive in the dynamic landscape of modern M&A.

Mergers

Sun Acquisitions

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The post M&A in the Digital Age: How Tech is Supercharging Dealmaking appeared first on Sun Acquisitions | Chicago Business Broker and M&A Firm. By embracing both, companies can unlock the true potential of M&A and navigate the complexities of dealmaking in the digital age.

M&A

The TRADE

APRIL 29, 2025

Many buy-side traders use broker sales traders to offer guidance on these options, and for more than 60% of them, performance and minimising market impact are the driving force in the decision-making process. Buy-side traders value the expertise and risk management capabilities of high-touch sales traders.

Equities

The TRADE

JULY 17, 2025

The network is expected to remove disruptions to existing strategies or infrastructure while simultaneously helping institutional traders to direct flow with control and transparency, as well as connect with liquidity providers directly at the source and prioritise relationships. The provider has said that the trades reflect an increasing demand (..)

Equities

Sun Acquisitions

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The post M&A: A Strategic Tool for Supercharged Growth appeared first on Sun Acquisitions | Chicago Business Broker and M&A Firm. Companies can leverage M&A to achieve their market expansion goals by carefully weighing the pros and cons.

M&A

The TRADE

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

“We are excited to build out this new clearing eco- system in collaboration with market participants and are already in advanced discussions with a wide variety of firms, including banks, asset managers, broker-dealers, and agent lenders – representing beneficial owners like pension funds and UCITS – to help ensure a smooth launch in the (..)

Finance

Sun Acquisitions

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The post Impact of AI and Automation on M&A Strategy: Reshaping the Process from Deal Sourcing to Integration appeared first on Sun Acquisitions | Chicago Business Broker and M&A Firm.

M&A

Sun Acquisitions

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

The post The Rise of Strategic M&A appeared first on Sun Acquisitions | Chicago Business Broker and M&A Firm. With careful planning and execution, strategic M&A can be a successful way for companies to achieve their growth objectives.

M&A

Focus Investment Banking

JULY 8, 2025

Phase 2: Targeted Outreach to Strategic and Financial Buyers Unlike many brokers, FOCUS Investment Banking markets sell-side opportunities only via direct outreach to pre-selected buyer groups.

Healthcare

The TRADE

JULY 16, 2025

He is also set to oversee the business’ margin, collateral and settlement processes. Speaking on his appointment, Tufano said: “I’m proud to join Clear Street to lead the broker-dealer clearing division at a time when the industry demands scalability, speed and simplicity.

Bank

CNBC: Investing

JULY 31, 2025

"In general, we have a higher quality bias at this point in time," said Sam Millette, director of fixed income at broker-dealer Commonwealth Financial Network. "Investment grade corporate spreads are relatively tight, but on an absolute level, their single-digit yield is still compelling.

Investors

CNBC: Investing

JULY 8, 2025

"The share prices of the universal banks and brokers we cover have, on average, risen 35% over the past three months," Martinez said. The analyst noted a "more cautious stance" on larger banks like JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs over what he said is a still choppy macroeconomic backdrop.

Bank

Lake Country Advisors

JUNE 11, 2025

If you’re working with a broker to sell your business , understanding the difference between these deal types isn’t just helpful, it’s essential. Working with a construction business broker helps sellers structure deals that preserve value and protect against liability. READ MORE: What Does a Business Broker Do?

Sale

Lake Country Advisors

MAY 9, 2025

Engaging local business brokers or specialized brokers for manufacturing or construction adds targeted expertise, while having the right advisors streamlines decision-making and overcomes potential hurdles. Working closely with a business broker who handles day-to-day inquiries can keep negotiations on a steady timeline.

Middle Market

Focus Investment Banking

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

So one of the things that you find in the healthcare space is you’re usually Working with, you know, your, your local regional broker and your service that you receive for them is really dependent upon their sophistication. And that’s usually a lot of times the only time that they interface with their broker.

Insurance

The TRADE

JULY 24, 2025

The industry is now facing the challenge of reassessing their processes and finding the right path to efficiency when it comes to their broker relationships – there’s a prime opportunity here, but it remains to be seen just which firms are ready and willing to embrace it… stay tuned.

Asset Management

The TRADE

JUNE 12, 2025

The move follows Redburn Atlantic’s winning Best Agency Broker at The TRADE’s inaugural 2024 Leaders in Trading New York Awards in November. In the US, Finn Maloney has joined Redburn Atlantic’s US execution team to help with the ongoing build out of its US electronic offering.

Electronics

Lake Country Advisors

JUNE 24, 2025

This is especially critical in complex sectors like manufacturing, where working with a manufacturing business broker ensures your documentation meets industry standards. If your numbers are incomplete, outdated, or hard to follow, it raises concerns, even if the business is performing well.

Business

The TRADE

JULY 14, 2025

The ‘cloud strategies in financial services’ survey includes insights from financial firms across the industry, including banks, private equity, investment management, asset management; broker dealers, hedge funds, pension funds, and more.

Investment

The TRADE

JANUARY 7, 2025

OptimX Markets, in which Aquis acquired a minority stake last August , is a liquidity management service provider focused on optimising interactions between institutions and their broker counterparties. The post OptimX connects with Charles River to offer institutional clients bilateral liquidity appeared first on The TRADE.

Broker

Sun Acquisitions

JULY 24, 2025

Thanks for reading, Domenic The post Sellers Have All the Leverage in 2025 appeared first on Sun Acquisitions | Chicago Business Broker and M&A Firm. Indecision, however, may come with a much higher price tag.

Manufacturing

The TRADE

JANUARY 14, 2025

Capital markets technology provider Trading Technologies (TT) has moved to enhance its institutional clients visibility and agility in the equities markets with the launch of a new broker ranking system. The post Trading Technologies launches new equities broker ranking system appeared first on The TRADE.

Broker

The TRADE

JULY 21, 2025

In his new role, Ferrer Pons will be based out of Madrid and is set to support the firm’s members in Continental Europe by providing tailored liquidity solutions and helping them navigate local markets to enhance regional execution.   Ferrer Pons joins from TP ICAP, where he worked as an equity derivatives broker for more than three years.   Previously (..)

Trading

Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 29, 2025

The post Measuring the ROI of M&A Deals: Key Metrics and KPIs appeared first on Sun Acquisitions | Chicago Business Broker and M&A Firm. By carefully selecting and tracking the appropriate metrics, businesses can gain valuable insights into the ROI of their M&A deals and make informed decisions about future acquisitions.

M&A

Sun Acquisitions

JULY 7, 2025

The post M&A as a Force for Good: Creating Positive Social Impact appeared first on Sun Acquisitions | Chicago Business Broker and M&A Firm. Far from being just a business tool, it is a transformative lever for progress, proving that growth and purpose can go hand in hand.

M&A

Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 25, 2025

The post The Ripple Effect: How Increased Capital Gains Taxes Influence Private Equity and Venture Capital Investments in M&A appeared first on Sun Acquisitions | Chicago Business Broker and M&A Firm.

Private Equity

The TRADE

JULY 24, 2025

billion deal, which is expected to “exponentially’ expand the firm’s capacity, and make it one of the largest non-bank prime brokers globally. The deal is expected to close later in 2025, subject to regulatory approvals. The post Hidden Road launches support for OTC options to expand digital asset offering appeared first on The TRADE.

Broker

The TRADE

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

This ultimately helps a buy-side firm evaluate a broker, whether they executed a particular trade or not.” For example, it is easier to store and capture data about the bids received from dealers when receiving them electronically,” said Coalition Greenwich in its report.

Electronics

The TRADE

JUNE 25, 2025

Clients will have access to Marex’s broker-agnostic clearing service, which operates across equities, credit, financing, foreign exchange, and rates. Clients have their preferred providers for specific services, and this solution allows them to benefit from collateral optimisation while maintaining their existing relationships.”

Broker

Lake Country Advisors

JULY 17, 2025

In industries like healthcare, a healthcare broker might help identify a strong platform business, one with solid systems, a scalable model, and steady revenue, to serve as the foundation. The Role of the Platform Company Add-on deals typically begin with a well-established business, often referred to as the “platform company.”

Acquisitions

The TRADE

JUNE 18, 2025

Integral clients – including regional banks and retail brokers – can now place both passive and aggressive orders, and trade via GUI, API and algorithmic trading models, as well as risk warehouses.

Trading

The TRADE

JUNE 23, 2025

Susquehanna Institutional broker dealer Susquehanna International Securities has appointed Matt Coupe to its fixed income trading team. Coupe most recently served at Barclays as global head of cross asset market structure, departing the bank last year after a nine-year stint.

Trading

The TRADE

JUNE 16, 2025

The move follows Redburn Atlantic’s winning Best Agency Broker at The TRADE’s inaugural 2024 Leaders in Trading New York Awards in November. In the US, Finn Maloney is set to join Redburn Atlantic’s US execution team to help with the ongoing build out of its US electronic offering.

Capital Market