JD Supra: Mergers

AUGUST 30, 2023

In this edition of Fintech Flash, we discuss important things you should know about the change of control requirements when acquiring a fintech company with state lender, loan broker, debt collector, or money transmitter licenses. By: Goodwin

Broker

How2Exit

MARCH 11, 2023

Josh Ploch is a serial entrepreneur and business broker/advisor who has seen firsthand how advisors can help business owners. Josh has also seen the need for business brokers in helping business owners transition into a new business or out of their current one.

Broker

How2Exit

MARCH 15, 2023

He interviewed a few brokers and went with the one he thought was the best match. This pushed him to become a business broker himself, so he could treat clients better and build a better brokerage. Zoran is now a successful business broker and has been for over 18 years. With hard work and dedication, anything is possible.

Broker

The TRADE

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

StoneX has moved to increase its remit and geographical reach through the acquisition of fixed income broker Octo Finances SA. Fixed income broker Octo Finances is in Paris. It specialises in bond and convertible sales, debt capital markets and credit research. StoneX will acquire 100% of Octo Finances SA shares once complete.

Broker

Sica Fletcher

APRIL 17, 2020

What is generally less understood is the impact of the pandemic on the debt markets. Many PE-backed Insurance Brokers Secured Sizable Loans Immediately Prior to the Crisis Over the past several years, the demand for high yield debt issued by private equity (PE) backed insurance brokers has been extremely strong.

Debt

Lake Country Advisors

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

This article aims to provide insightful tips from experienced brokers to help you navigate this complex process successfully. This involves resolving any existing legal issues, broadening your customer base to reduce dependency on a few clients, and paying off debts. Look for reviews, testimonials, or case studies on their website.

Broker

OfficeHours

JUNE 6, 2023

Leveraged buyouts involve acquiring a controlling interest in a mature company, typically through a combination of equity and debt financing, using the acquired company’s assets as collateral to secure debt financing. Private equity firms also invest in distressed debt or provide private debt financing.

Private Equity

Sun Acquisitions

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

The long and short is yes, it’s possible, however, there’s a series of considerations from the Small Business Administration (SBA), the holder of your PPP loan debt that you need to comply with. You want to be free of this debt as soon as possible. Engage a Business Broker to Ease the Selling Process.

Business

Business Standard - FInance

JUNE 16, 2023

Capital markets regulator Sebi on Friday restricted online bond platform providers from offering products other than listed debt securities on their platforms. Under the rules, Online Bond Platform Providers (OBPPs) need to register themselves as stock brokers in the debt segment of the stock exchange.

Debt

Francine Way

JULY 7, 2017

Thus far in the last 10 blog posts, we have discussed what M&A is, its success metrics, types of acquirers and value creations, capital structure, debt, and equity. Consultants - seen as mere brokers - being excluded from potential acquisitions. and (4) support long-term business strategy.

M&A

Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 26, 2024

Debt Financing: The Double-Edged Sword Debt financing is a standard route for companies pursuing M&A, offering the allure of leveraging existing assets to fund the transaction. High debt levels can burden the newly formed entity with interest payments, impacting its financial flexibility.

Mergers and Acquisitions

Sica Fletcher

MAY 8, 2020

For owners and executives of private insurance brokers, Brown & Brown's first quarter earnings call provides a treasure trove of information. insurance brokers. The typical PE-backed broker is levered at 6.0x That is, for every $1 of EBITDA they have $6 of debt. billion of debt given the 6.0x

Insurance

How2Exit

MAY 20, 2024

Starting from childhood enterprises to careers in sales and a formal education in business school, Barnett has accumulated a wealth of experience that led him to own a business broker office for several years before venturing into banking.

Business

Sun Acquisitions

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

In such cases, evaluating the financial health of target companies and understanding their debt structures is crucial. While it provides capital without the burden of debt repayment, it dilutes ownership and may involve relinquishing some control. Debt Financing: Debt financing involves borrowing money to fund your acquisition.

Acquisitions

Lake Country Advisors

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Working with knowledgeable business brokers throughout the process can offer valuable insights and ensure you cover all bases. Consider partnering with local business brokers or industry advisors if you find skill gaps. Below, we break down the essential questions you should address in each area of consideration.

Business

Sun Acquisitions

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

If you have substantial cash reserves, you may opt for an all-cash deal, reducing debt burden and interest costs. Debt Financing Debt financing involves borrowing money to fund the acquisition. It can be attractive if interest rates are low, and your cash flow can support the debt service.

Finance

Sun Acquisitions

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

People sell business ownership for a variety of reasons: Needing capital to actually start the company; Swapping equity for additional capital to grow the business; Sourcing money to pay down existing liabilities and debts; Raising venture capital to expand into new markets and; Desiring to diversify their own business risk as the sole owner.

Equities

Sica Fletcher

JUNE 2, 2020

First, these brokers each have growth strategies whose success is measured by the expansion of revenues and EBITDA. Furthermore, as we have reported in previous blogs, these agencies already had their equity and debt capital lined up before the full force of the pandemic hit. There are two principal reasons.

Insurance

The TRADE

JANUARY 16, 2024

The deal comes just three months after Deutsche Bank completed the acquisition of institutional broker Numis for £410 million. The post Panmure Gordon and Liberum agree merger to create new investment banking giant in the UK appeared first on The TRADE.

Investment Banking

Sun Acquisitions

MARCH 15, 2024

Avoiding Debt Burden One of the critical advantages of all-cash offers is that they allow you to acquire a business without taking on additional debt. By paying in cash, you start your ownership debt-free, giving you more financial freedom to invest in the business’s growth and development.

Acquisitions

The TRADE

JUNE 29, 2023

Investors in the US offshore market will be able to access Candriam’s existing UCITS funds that cover US high yield corporate bonds, emerging market equity and debt, and thematic strategies. Candriam’s European trading desks will cover the US offshore market from the Bloc.

Investment

Sun Acquisitions

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Mezzanine Financing: Mezzanine financing sits between equity and debt in the capital structure and is often used to fund M&A transactions. This form of financing can be handy when traditional debt financing is unavailable or insufficient. This can include various features such as preferred equity, equity kickers, or warrants.

Economics

How2Exit

APRIL 10, 2023

To do this, they work with registered broker-dealers that are legally able to raise money on behalf of companies. They also partner with other broker-dealers in the United States and have a chaperone broker-dealer arrangement which allows foreign broker-dealers to have oversight of American broker-dealers when working in the US.

Capital

Francine Way

JULY 20, 2017

In addition, liquidation of this kind typically requires a broker with associated costs. So many factors influence the value of a company (financial performance, growth prospects, perfomance of peer companies, past transactions, the use of debt, the payment of dividends, the context of the transaction, and more).

Valuation

The TRADE

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Deutsche Bank has completed the acquisition of institutional broker Numis and has unveiled a new offering to be known as ‘Deutsche Numis’. We are proud to introduce Deutsche Numis as a leading corporate broker in the UK and we look forward to working with Alex, Ross and the rest of the team.”

Banking

Sun Acquisitions

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Mezzanine Financing: Mezzanine financing offers a hybrid form of debt and equity financing that can be used to fund M&A transactions. Mezzanine lenders provide capital in subordinated debt, which ranks below senior debt but above equity in terms of repayment priority.

M&A

Lake Country Advisors

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Conducting thorough due diligence is crucial to uncover hidden issues, such as undisclosed debts or potential legal disputes. Engaging experienced business brokers can significantly aid in this process. Healthcare brokers play a vital role in ensuring that the business meets all regulatory standards.

Business

Sun Acquisitions

JUNE 16, 2022

Often private listings or sales won’t include the complete financials, such as debt and other liabilities, revenue trends, competition, and more, which is why we recommend the next step: Hire a Professional Business Broker. Our team can also help you grow your business’ value in preparation for a future sale.

Business

Sun Acquisitions

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

This can be done by paying off as many outstanding debts as possible, renegotiating terms for business loans, securing new clients, and getting your receivables paid up. Step #4 Hire a Competent HVAC Business Broker. Navigating the process can be complex without seasoned HVAC business brokers. Client base. Future profit margins.

Business

The TRADE

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Elsewhere, the Cape Town Stock Exchange (CTSE) caters to small to medium -sized businesses, licensed to issue both equity and debt. JSE’s main competitor, A2X, went live in October 2017, offering an alternative trading venue for the secondary listing and trading of shares. There needs to be [an even] playing field where everybody can do it.

Trading

Sica Fletcher

AUGUST 18, 2020

They have enormous amounts of dry powder that they must deploy and continue to have access to very inexpensive debt. This blog post analyzes the significance of the statistics included in our ,, Second Quarter 2020 Sica Fletcher Agency & Broker Buyer Index. Now we have the data that backs up our initial observations.

M&A

Wall Street Mojo

JANUARY 17, 2024

Financial institutions with good credit ratings offer swap facilities to clients and charge fees from brokers. The broker-dealer network facilitates such decentralized trading of derivatives, equity and debt instruments. The risk mainly arises from volatility in interest rates, which affect the debts taken by borrowers.

Financial Institution

Sun Acquisitions

OCTOBER 25, 2022

The VC/PE will also want to see a competent management team and request that the company have a sizeable asset base to expedite debt financing before proceeding. The business is plunged into debt. That’s why if you’re thinking of selling you should consult with a seasoned M&A broker. Contact us today.

Business

Growth Business

JULY 11, 2023

2) Invoice discounting / factoring ‘Many businesses fail to realise that one of the biggest assets on the balance sheet is the money owed by debtors,’ says Alex Hilton-Baird, who heads up his eponymous commercial brokering firm. For more information, contact the British Venture Capital Association at www.bvca.co.uk

Finance

How2Exit

APRIL 4, 2023

He explains that when the Small Business Administration (SBA) looks at a business for a loan, they want to make sure that the business can cover its debt service. They do this by giving it a coverage ratio of one dollar and thirty-five cents for every dollar of debt service after certain expenses.

Business

Sica Fletcher

MARCH 26, 2020

The Largest Strategic Players Tell Us Full Steam Ahead – The major strategic acquirors have informed us that they plan to continue to aggressively pursue acquisitions of insurance brokers. These strategic acquirors typically have both their equity and debt facilities in place, so there is no shortage of capital.

Insurance

The TRADE

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Nasdaq published the results of a survey of over 300 decision makers from exchange groups, custodians, brokers, and other service providers. Roland Chai, executive vice president and head of marketplace technology at Nasdaq said: “Over decades technology debt has built up amongst infrastructure providers across financial markets.

Trading