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How to Structure a Business Sale: Asset vs. Stock Transactions Explained

Lake Country Advisors

Most business sales fall into one of two categories: asset sales or stock sales. 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. Asset Sales vs. Stock Sales – What’s the Difference?

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Liquidnet appoints listed derivatives sales trader

The TRADE

Juan Ferrer Pons has joined Liquidnet as a listed derivatives sales trader, as part of the firm’s wider push to expand its listed derivatives business. 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 (..)

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Founders Who Win Think Ahead: The Exit Is the Strategy

Beyond M&A

Too many founders treat a sale like a calendar event. You design for it — long before the exit is in motion. That’s one of the biggest mindset shifts we push at Beyond M&A. Something for “next year” or “when the numbers are better.” But in reality? Exit is just growth with a spotlight on it. It reveals everything. It tests everything.

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Algo advances create overlap between US equities’ single-stock and program trading

The TRADE

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. constituents.

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What Is an Add-On Acquisition and Why Does It Matter?

Lake Country Advisors

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. A growing trend in the acquisition space is what’s known as an add-on acquisition. The keyword is add-on.

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A Step-by-Step Guide to Selling a Middle-Market Business

Lake Country Advisors

This guide covers every stage, from defining what qualifies as a middle-market enterprise to finalizing post-sale considerations. Comparing your operation to both enterprise-level organizations and smaller firms reveals insights to guide a successful sale. Step 1: Preparing for the Sale A successful sale starts with internal clarity.

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Key Financial Metrics Buyers Look for Before Acquiring a Business

Lake Country Advisors

In this guide, we’ll explain the key metrics buyers care about, why each matters, and how you can get your numbers in shape before a sale. Why Financial Metrics Matter in a Business Sale Most deals fall apart not because the business lacks potential, but because the numbers don’t hold up under scrutiny.