Focus Investment Banking

JUNE 19, 2025

This prestigious recognition is part of Axial’s 2025 Top 50 Lower Middle Market Industrials Investors & M&A Advisors list, which highlights firms that have demonstrated exceptional deal activity and expertise in the Industrials sector over the past 12 months.

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The TRADE

JUNE 5, 2024

Designed to rival the likes of incumbent exchanges Nasdaq and NYSE in the US, Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE) has raised $120 million from around a dozen investors including BlackRock and Citadel Securities in a funding round closed in May. Citadel Securities had not responded to a request for comment at the time of publishing.

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PE Hub

JULY 11, 2023

In this newly created role, Clifford will lead the team in identifying new investor segments, new products, and capital raising opportunities to appeal to private wealth investors globally. The post Carlyle taps Clifford as private wealth strategy head appeared first on PE Hub.

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OfficeHours

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

His passion for learning more about software companies and the founders that scale them led him to transition into Software M&A and Capital Raising at Union Square Advisors LLC. He later transitioned to the buyside as a Software Investor at Serent Capital Advisors , a leading software private equity fund.

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RKJ Partners

AUGUST 6, 2017

Strategy 2: Play the Numbers: Solicit Numerous Funding Sources Bankers typically do not like to compete, but competition can dramatically reduce the overall cost of capital. Professional investors such as buyout firms and equity players know the importance of competition.

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How2Exit

APRIL 10, 2023

He quickly realized that the bigger problem was companies wanting to raise money rather than investors needing to deploy money into cryptocurrency. This led him to work with mentors, coaches, and industry leaders to learn how to help companies raise money compliantly. Finally, companies can also use crowdfunding to raise money.

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TechCrunch: M&A

JUNE 26, 2023

Founded in 2020, New York-based Cohere.io (not to be confused with Cohere, another AI startup that recently raised capital ) raised $3.1 million in a seed funding round led by Initialized Capital, later tacking on another $400,000 in funding.

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RKJ Partners

AUGUST 6, 2017

Mezzanine Capital/Mezzanine Debt - Overview In practice, most mezzanine financing takes the form of subordinated, unsecured debt. Initial discussions often focus on whether the debt should be structured in the form of loans or debt securities, with the investors’ view of the likely resale market being the strongest determinant.

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Debt Capital Raising Capital Equities 40

Growth Business

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The type of business and equity raise The key distinction to start with is the type of your business and, therefore, the style of investors you will be talking to. Suppose your business is a fast-growth technology startup, and you’re speaking to tech-focused angel investors or venture capitalists.

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RKJ Partners

AUGUST 6, 2017

Venture Debt is less expensive than equity … in the long run Perhaps the greatest benefit of venture lending is that it injects money into a business without heavily diluting the equity stake of the entrepreneur or venture capital investors.

Debt 40

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Software Equity Group

JULY 2, 2025

That said, we often speak with operators who’ve already taken on a minority investor and later realize those early decisions limited their ability to exit on their terms. They provide access to capital to enable growth or liquidity without needing to sell the business outright.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

MAY 24, 2023

Special Situations – These funds focus on companies that are spinning off or divesting divisions, reorganizing, or otherwise going through more unusual changes (not just simple acquisitions or capital raises). The post Event-Driven Hedge Funds: The Best Home for Bankers Turned Investors? EBITDA multiple , matching its own.

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Cooley M&A

APRIL 27, 2021

They discussed the latest insights from leaders who have successfully completed recent IPOs or SPAC mergers and the current capital raising environment, market trends and the level of preparation necessary for going public and acting as a public company. Planning and executing a successful IPO The investor perspective.

IPO 52

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The TRADE

JANUARY 16, 2024

Specialist financial services investor, Atlas Merchant Capital, is backing the merger, providing enough liquidity to support Panmure Liberum’s long-term strategic ambitions.

Investment Banking 111

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How2Exit

JUNE 20, 2023

Mentor Nick Bradley Nick Doesn't Tweet Nick Bradley @TheNickBradley Nick Bradley is a world-renowned author, speaker, and business growth expert, who works with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors to build, scale and sell high-value companies. Host of the #1 Business Podcast in the UK "Scale Up With Nick Bradley".

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M&A Media Mergers and Acquisitions Private Equity 130

Accenture Capital Markets

JANUARY 22, 2024

Investor appetite for such investments is rapidly increasing, as banks, asset managers and large corporates all seek ways to invest in sustainability. And it’s not just investors who want this proof. The relevant data needs to be collected, assured, and distributed across the base of investors (and regulators) on a regular basis.

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Intrepid Banker Insights

JANUARY 11, 2024

Intrepid Investment Bankers Intrepid Capital Advisory Update -Five Things to Consider if Raising Capital in 2024 Capital providers are storming into 2024 with guns blazing, given most fell short of their deployment goals last year. Five Things to Consider if Raising Capital in 2024: 1.

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How2Exit

APRIL 22, 2024

In 2019, he established his own firm, focusing on helping individuals acquire capital for acquisitions, and has since stood out as a reliable advisor, steering clients away from unfavorable funding and towards optimal financial solutions tailored to their specific circumstances. rn "If they're in a situation, especially 120 days out?

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SDR Ventures

AUGUST 24, 2022

Because life comes at you fast, business owners should begin the M&A/capital raise education process as early as possible. Get introduced to investors. No question having a built-out management team increases the attractiveness of your business to a wider range of investors. Talk to investment bankers.

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Cleary M&A and Corporate Governance Watch

APRIL 25, 2023

But parts of the financial markets are beginning to notice in small ways the lack of legislative progress and the broader financial markets may react in the coming months with implications for corporate capital raising, liquidity and risk management.

Debt 52

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How2Exit

MAY 15, 2023

His advisory practice helps them through catalytic, transformational, and strategic events, such as mergers and acquisitions, governance issues, capital raising, and disputes. Concept 3: Lawyers Provide Beneficial Skills Ronald talks about his economics professor who had a law degree and was a successful real estate investor.

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M&A Mergers and Acquisitions Private Equity Business 130

The TRADE

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Speaking to The TRADE, Vincent Grandjean, chief executive, highlighted how the move fits into the company’s overall vision: “Following our capital raise in July this year we are investing in enhancing our range of analytics and scaling our platform.

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MergersCorp M&A International

JULY 5, 2024

Convertible Bonds or CBs are a very attractive investment that offers a several advantage for investors. It provides a shield against market downturns with their fixed interest payments, while as we already mention, also offers the potential for capital gains if the company’s stock price increases.

Debt 52

Debt Stock Initial Public Offering Capital 52

Cooley M&A

DECEMBER 14, 2020

The bankers on the panel shared the belief that the quality of SPAC sponsors has increased as private equity firms, successful dealmakers and well-regarded VC investors launching their own SPACs. According to Odeon Capital Group research, as of December 2, 2020, 210 SPAC IPOs had been completed representing gross proceeds of ~$72 billion.

IPO 52

IPO Mergers and Acquisitions Investors Private Equity 52

Focus Investment Banking

JUNE 12, 2023

The top thirty middle-market vehicles accounted for over half of all capital raised. of all funds closed, indicating the middle-market's dominance in the battle for capital. As a result, the Federal Reserve tightened their policies, causing financial losses for investors in both stocks and bonds.

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Intrepid Banker Insights

MARCH 8, 2024

At the same time, market uncertainty, heightened costs of capital, and other headwinds depressed M&A volumes more broadly, though several strategic acquirors and a handful of investors remained acquisitive, particularly in high-performing verticals like professional A/V and live event technologies. Thanks for reading!

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Tyton Partners

MAY 4, 2023

Investors seem increasingly willing to sift through opportunities they may not have during the height of the pandemic purchasing spree in search of a thesis that they can make work. While some investors will undoubtedly take the risk, others may turn their attention to early-stage and non-control investments instead.

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How2Exit

MARCH 24, 2024

At CSG, he specializes in ESOPs, working intimately with clients to quarterback ESOP transactions, including analysis, capital raise, negotiation, and closing across various industries. rn rn rn Notable Quotes: rn rn rn "An ESOP is a qualified retirement plan that allows employees to earn shares in their employer." rn rn rn ".as

Business 130

Business Private Equity Mergers and Acquisitions Equities 130

Software Equity Group

MARCH 21, 2023

There is a wide variety of early-stage lenders: large institutional investors, boutique specialist lenders, and high-net-worth individuals are common sources of debt financing. You can also sell debt instruments such as bonds, bills, or notes to investors to raise capital.

Finance 52

Finance Finance Debt Equities 52

Intrepid Banker Insights

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

At last week’s ACG Los Angeles Business Conference, our team met with over one hundred institutional capital providers and sponsors to get the inside scoop on what is really happening in the middle market. Intrepid brings a full arsenal of resources to help clients achieve their capital raising goals. in Q2 2023.

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Intrepid Banker Insights

JUNE 5, 2024

He continued, “Mike and I join a group of bankers with expertise in M&A, capital advisory, special situations and restructuring, buy-side search and deep relationships with private equity investors.

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Private Equity Transportation Advisory Middle Market 52

Focus Investment Banking

APRIL 14, 2024

These characteristics, coupled with bakery manufacturers’ ability to continually innovate and adapt to consumer trends, have attracted investors and boosted M&A activity in recent years. Jim has worked on numerous IPOs, sell-side transactions, fairness opinions, and capital raises, mainly for consumer products companies and restaurants.

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Wall Street Mojo

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

A primary importance of it is helping investors identify companies with high growth potential along with the risks involved. The classification helps investors gauge the performance and growth potential to make future investments. Such firms enjoy high growth rates and play a vital economic role.

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Growth Business

MARCH 1, 2024

The idea of raising private equity is appealing for many; you can avoid pursuing methods of funding like entering the stock market where you face increased regulation, a larger board of directors and potentially a large group of public shareholders. What is private equity and how does it work?

Private Equity 59

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Sica Fletcher

JULY 1, 2020

The State of Private Equity Pre-Pandemic Prior to the advent of the pandemic, the private equity market exhibited strong fundraising, robust deal markets, and positive investor sentiment. PE-backed agencies now dominate the M&A market and have grown and created enormous wealth for sellers, PE investors, and management.

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Private Equity Insurance Debt Equities 52

iMerge Advisors

APRIL 19, 2025

This article explores the key considerations for SaaS founders contemplating a sale or capital raise, with a focus on how specialized M&A advisory can unlock value, mitigate risk, and drive successful outcomes. Buyers whether private equity, strategics, or growth investors evaluate a range of financial and operational metrics.

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Razorpay

AUGUST 9, 2023

Portfolio Management Merchant banking companies provide portfolio management services to high -net-worth individuals and corporate investors. Merchant banks provide specialized services to large corporations, high net worth individuals, and institutional investors. What services do merchant banks offer?

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