How2Exit

JUNE 16, 2025

Key Takeaways: Monica's Unique Origin Story : She started as an English and rhetoric major aiming for law school but fell into investment banking through a temp job—and never looked back. Monica's journey from English major to equity research analyst at a top San Francisco investment bank is unlikely, but deeply relevant.

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World Finance

JANUARY 8, 2025

It has turned successfully to capital-raising in a bid to reignite the economy and reclaim its crown Nigeria was the largest of the African economies in 2022, but declining oil production has seen it slip down the rankings.

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MergersCorp M&A International

JULY 5, 2025

At their core, SPACs are shell corporations formed to raise capital via an initial public offering (IPO) with the sole purpose of acquiring an existing private company. The capital raised in the IPO is placed in a trust account, earning interest, and can only be used for an acquisition or returned to investors.

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Intrepid Banker Insights

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Dominic brings over 30 years of experience, having successfully completed numerous M&A and capital raising transactions for founder-owned businesses, private equity portfolio companies, and public companies across a wide range of consumer sectors.

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PCE

JUNE 9, 2025

Brad joins us with over a decade of investment banking experience, having advised on more than 30 middle-market M&A transactions across healthcare, consumer, and industrial sectors. Joining PCE is an exciting opportunity to bring my healthcare experience to a team that truly values long-term client relationships,” said Brad.

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American Banker - Investment Banking

JANUARY 23, 2025

The Dallas-based bank's fourth-quarter earnings beat analysts' forecasts. Texas Capital raised its estimate for 2025 adjusted fee income to $270 million.

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Beyond M&A

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Beyond M&A is committed to helping firms in the capital-raising process work securely and efficiently. LENS for Scale-Up – Eligibility Affiliated with a Beyond M&A Named Partner Firms actively raising capital and affiliated with one of our named Beyond M&A partners are eligible for $1,000 in LENS credit.

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Woodside Capital Partners

APRIL 21, 2025

Leading Amidst Uncertainty April 2025 By Kelly Porter, Lead Managing Partner, Woodside Capital Partners WCP is a Silicon Valley-based investment bank – M&A advisory, capital raising; 120+. The post Leading Amidst Uncertainty appeared first on Woodside Capital Partners.

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Sica Fletcher

AUGUST 21, 2024

The sections below outline what insurance agency investment banks typically provide for clients, to help readers determine whether they are actually needed. Do You Need An Insurance Agency Investment Bank? Sica | Fletcher has been proud to represent thousands of insurance agencies and brokerages over the last 10 years.

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Focus Investment Banking

AUGUST 15, 2023

Washington, DC, (August 15, 2023) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture and corporate finance services, announced today that it has added two new managing directors, Mike McCraw and William R. Bill”) Snow.

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RKJ Partners

AUGUST 6, 2017

As investment bankers, RKJ Partners possesses a breadth of knowledge and experience in advising clients that seek growth capital. In our latest blog installment, we define and outline the key elements involved in the process of raising capital. The projections should be optimistic yet achievable.

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Private Equity Info

MARCH 29, 2024

On occasion, corporate CEOs ask if we can help find the best investment bank to represent them in either a capital raise, recapitalization or exit.

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Solganick & Co.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

September 30, 2024 – Solganick , a data-driven investment bank focused exclusively on software and IT services companies, announced the addition of a senior level hire to launch and lead the firm’s cybersecurity M&A practice. Davidson and Imperial Capital. For more information, please contact us.

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SDR Ventures

AUGUST 24, 2022

Advisory Panel Members: – Scott Mitchell , Director of Investment Banking, SDR Ventures – Spencer Clawson, Partner, Peterson Partners – Thomas Courtney, President & CEO, The Courtney Group – Doug Rodgers, Chairman, Focus Investment Banking To read Axial’s coverage of the roundtable event, click here.

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Razorpay

AUGUST 9, 2023

Regular individuals have retail banks. Huge corporations have investment banks. The answer: Merchant banks. Merchant banks are a very important part of the financial ecosystem, since they support the largest chunk of businesses – the mid-sized ones. What is a Merchant Bank?

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Focus Investment Banking

MARCH 13, 2024

FOCUS Capital Partners’s Brian Barrett was the lead advisor to Nutritics on the acquisition of Ten Kites. Working with FOCUS Capital Partners offered a seamless transaction process, and both the Nutritics and Ten Kites teams achieved optimal outcomes. and Europe.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Special Situations – This could include the events above but could also refer to investments in spin-offs, asset sales, recapitalizations, acquisitions, or capital raises. Newer/Smaller Funds with Occasional Distressed Investments: Diameter, Kennedy Lewis, and Nut Tree. Again, this is more of a PE strategy.

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MergersCorp M&A International

JULY 5, 2024

Convertible bonds are a type of security that offers a steady stream of income but also holds the potential for capital appreciation in the form of a stock. Convertible Bonds or CBs are a very attractive investment that offers a several advantage for investors. in capital raise and paid 0% interest rate.

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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. With judicious investment decisions, 2023 may present an opportunity for financial markets to thrive. Reference: [link] [link] DOWNLOAD ARTICLE HERE.

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Wall Street Mojo

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Table of contents Lower Middle Market Definition Lower Middle Market Explained Capital sources Examples Lower Middle Market vs Upper Middle Market Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Recommended Articles Key Takeaways The lower middle market (LMM) comprises small and medium enterprises with an annual revenue of $5 million to $50 million.

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Intrepid Banker Insights

JUNE 5, 2024

Intrepid’s Supply Chain & Logistics Group will offer M&A advisory and other capital markets support to middle-market companies offering transportation & logistics services and a diverse range of mission-critical supply chain solutions.

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Sica Fletcher

APRIL 11, 2024

personal debt, business/legal liabilities, time-sensitive investment opportunities) may prompt owners to sell quickly. Concern over growing industry competition or desire to capitalize on a fleeting, high demand for their business may provoke a swift sale. Urgent financial requirements (e.g., Market/Business Environment.

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Focus Investment Banking

OCTOBER 8, 2023

We are also opening new channels for CSPs to access private equity capital and continue their expansion into this exciting, dynamic field. Over the course of his career he has worked on the client end of sell side, buy side and capital raise assignments. appeared first on FOCUS Investment Banking LLC.

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Peak Frameworks

AUGUST 24, 2023

If you're interested in breaking into finance, check out our Private Equity Course and Investment Banking Course , which help thousands of candidates land top jobs every year. Investment Banking : Banks assist in capital raising, and advising on M&A, as Goldman Sachs did for Unilever in its acquisition of Dollar Shave Club.

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Tyton Partners

MAY 4, 2023

Capital raise activity trending up In February, we highlighted the market’s emphasis on M&A activity in recent months. The announced deals during March and April paint an evolving picture as the proportion of capital raises increased from 17% in January to nearly 30% across the last two months.

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Focus Investment Banking

DECEMBER 26, 2023

The funds have a surfeit of capital— “lots of dry powder,” to use another Midwestern expression—and the pressure from their limited partners to deploy the capital, or return it, has fueled their willingness to submit strong bids. Contact Bill at William.snow@focusbankers.com.

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Focus Investment Banking

APRIL 14, 2024

Legacy Bakehouse, a manufacturer of baked snack ingredients, was acquired by Benford Capital Partners. Selling majority ownership but not 100% to a PEG allows the owner to take significant funds off the table, while securing growth capital to invest in automation, operational enhancements, and further acquisitions.

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Focus Investment Banking

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

(“Bill”) Snow, a FOCUS Managing Director, is an experienced M&A professional with over 30 years of professional experience, including almost two decades as an investment banker. His work includes business sales and capital raises for middle-market companies as well as buy-side services for acquirers seeking middle-market companies.

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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). include Elliott Management, Third Point Partners, ValueAct Capital, Trian Partners, JANA Partners, and Starboard Value.

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Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 10, 2025

My parents started a collision repair equipment company back in 1988, ended up not joining the family business right out of school, but went the investment banking route and sometime into that the family business came calling. So seller financing, it’s a good component, but not a good primary source of capital.

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Focus Investment Banking

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

But not every company wants to or can make the leap, so selling out or combining with another company that is prepared to make the investment is a perfectly reasonable move. FOCUS Investment Banking has been providing M&A advisory services to business owners and investors in the Business Services sector for more than three decades.

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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.

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Razorpay

DECEMBER 15, 2024

They may also offer services such as loans, lines of credit, and access to private equity and venture capital investments. It also offers investment banking services such as equity underwriting, mergers and acquisitions, debt restructuring, and capital raising.

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Focus Investment Banking

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Washington, DC, (February 7, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture and corporate finance services, announced today that it has added a new managing director, Paul Carter, to its Technology Services and Telecom practices.

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Focus Investment Banking

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Many owners are bearish when discussing a capital related transaction, be it a capital raise, selling a minority stake, or selling their beloved brand creation. They whisper in the ear of these owner clients that today is not a good time to be in the capital markets, with high interest rates and limited activity.

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Focus Investment Banking

DECEMBER 21, 2023

(“Bill”) Snow, a FOCUS Managing Director, is an experienced M&A professional with over 30 years of professional experience, including almost two decades as an investment banker. His work includes business sales and capital raises for middle-market companies as well as buy-side services for acquirers seeking middle-market companies.

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The TRADE

APRIL 29, 2025

US investment bank Stifel is re-evaluating its UK sales trading unit, with a number of positions across cash equities expected to be cut, sources have told The TRADE. The TRADE understands that Stifel is now likely to align the European equities business with its focus on key sectors like healthcare, tech and financials.

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