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General Atlantic follows Apollo in halting early recruitment of bankers

Financial Times - Banking

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Ownership Transfer Issues in the Sale of Professional Services Firms

Focus Investment Banking

Are you the owner of a Professional Services firm? I remember an acquisition I worked on where there were senior partners with control nearing retirement and several younger partners who each owned minority stakes in the business. It would take years before the debt could be paid down. If so, congratulations.

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How to Accurately Calculate Gross Margins (and Understanding Their Importance) at Professional Services Firms

Focus Investment Banking

If you’re considering the sale of your consulting or professional services business, you should understand that buyers will be examining your Gross Margin as an indicator of the value of your firm. Professional services companies make money by billing out their experts and consultants at rates higher than the employee cost.

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10 Concepts You and I Can Learn About M&A and Creative Deal Structuring From How2Exit's Interview With Roland Frasier Investor, Business Mentor and Strategist

How2Exit

This inspired him to start looking at how he could use the same strategies to acquire businesses. With 12 million baby boomers aging out of their businesses, there are thousands of deals available. However, many of these people find that they haven't built a sellable business and don't know how to professionalize it.

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Earnouts: Sometimes a “Bridge” Too Far

Focus Investment Banking

But do earnouts consistently bridge the gap between buyers and sellers in Consulting and Professional Services deals? In the realm of Consulting businesses, where the primary assets are often intangible—knowledge, relationships, and expertise—maintaining these assets post-acquisition is paramount for buyers.

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Building Value: Buyers Look for Strong Brands, Clean Financials and Progressive Business Plans

Focus Investment Banking

Deciding to sell your business is never an easy choice. Working within the tire and service industry, I’m often asked the steps companies can take to prepare a business for sale and attract investors. This is the second in a series of articles that answers the most common questions I am asked by tire and service business owners.

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Updated TDS Rate Chart for FY 2024-25/AY 2025-26

Razorpay

50,000 (per month) 5% NA 194IC Payment that are made under Joint Development Agreement (JDA) to Individual/HUF No Limit 10% 10% 194J Fees paid for professional services Rs. 30,000 10% 10% 194J Amount paid for technical services Rs. 30,000 10% 10% 194J Amount paid for technical services Rs. FAQ on TDS rates 1.