Francine Way

JULY 12, 2017

Calculate cost of debt, cost of equity, and weighted average cost of capital (WACC). As I mentioned in my last post, Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) is a valuation method that uses free cash flow projections, a discount rate, and a growth rate to find the present value estimate of a potential investment. Derive Free Cash Flow to Firm (FCFF).

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Solganick & Co.

JANUARY 28, 2025

. (“Solganick”) has issued its latest mergers and acquisitions (M&A) report on the IT Solutions and VARs sector. Private Equity Influence : Private equity firms continue to play a significant role in the M&A landscape, investing in promising IT solution providers and driving further consolidation.

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Focus Investment Banking

AUGUST 5, 2024

DOWNLOAD THIS REPORT The post Human Capital Management M&A Report – First Half 2024 appeared first on FOCUS. DOWNLOAD THIS REPORT The post Human Capital Management M&A Report – First Half 2024 appeared first on FOCUS.

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Francine Way

JULY 18, 2017

Because dividends is a piece of equity, we can use the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) to calculate the proper Rate of Return (r). For this valuation post, I wanted to talk about a valuation method that is making its way out of academia and into the real world, a method that is gaining popularity in the world of portfolio management.

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Intrepid Banker Insights

JANUARY 22, 2025

Amidst these challenges, the private capital markets are shaping up for a very busy year. DOWNLOAD PDF The post Market Moments That Matter | A Year of Resilience Ahead first appeared on Intrepid Investment Bankers and is written by Jonathan Zucker

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Devensoft

JUNE 1, 2023

Chapter 1: A Modern Due Diligence Guide for Today’s Economy Merger and acquisition (M&A) due diligence is a crucial process for businesses looking to acquire or merge with another. According to a study by Deloitte, over 90% of M&A deals fail to achieve their objectives, often due to inadequate due diligence.

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Focus Investment Banking

JULY 17, 2024

2Q 2024 M&A Report : This quarter there was a noticeable increase in demand for specialized business services within middle market M&A transactions. Download the full report here. The post Business Services 2Q 2024 M&A Report appeared first on FOCUS.

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Focus Investment Banking

MAY 9, 2023

1Q 2023 M&A Report: Inflation, rising interest rates and global economic uncertainty are the main themes for 2023 so far. Yet M&A deal activity in the middle market remains fairly steady as investors have plenty of capital to invest and continue to concentrate on quality assets.

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Focus Investment Banking

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

3Q 2023 M&A Report: Key drivers for business service M&A trends include economic recovery, digital transformation, competitive positioning and talent acquisition. This resurgence in activity suggests that M&A will remain a significant strategy for growth and adaptation in the sector in the coming quarters.

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Focus Investment Banking

APRIL 30, 2024

1Q 2024 M&A Report : In the first quarter of 2024, middle market M&A transactions saw a surge in demand for specialized business services, ranging from due diligence to post-merger integration strategies. Download the full report here.

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Solganick & Co.

AUGUST 14, 2023

has published its latest M&A Market Update on the Technology Services industry sector. Strong balance sheets and available capital from both financial and strategic acquirers has helped support deal activity and valuations, particularly for companies in the middle market and lower middle market. Solganick & Co.

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Focus Investment Banking

JUNE 21, 2024

Washington, DC, (June 21, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, has been recognized as a leading M&A advisor in the industrials sector. For more information, visit www.focusbankers.com.

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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. Other backers include Y Combinator, BoxGroup, Soma Capital, Shrug Capital and Chapter One.

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Solganick & Co.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

has published its latest M&A report on the Technology Services industry. You can download the complete report here: Technology Services M&A Update – Feb 2023 Solganick & Co. is a data-driven investment bank and M&A advisory firm focused exclusively on the software and technology services industry sectors.

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Focus Investment Banking

JULY 25, 2024

Axial’s investment banking league tables rank sell-side M&A advisors based on their usage of the Axial platform and incorporate three core M&A advisory attributes: client quality, buy-side targeting, and deal process effectiveness. In Q2 of this year, Axial members marketed 2,574 sell-side deals on the platform.

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Solganick & Co.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

has published its latest mergers and acquisitions (M&A) update on the Cloud Computing sector. It covers relavant M&A transactions within the cloud partner ecosystem including AWS Cloud, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Intelligent Cloud/Azure (and others). November 6, 2023 – Solganick & Co.

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TechCrunch: M&A

MAY 8, 2023

” Blinkist has had 25 million downloads of its app and has just under 1 million paying users, including some 1,500 companies. It had raised just over $37 million, per Pitchbook data , with backers in addition to Insight including Left Lane Capital, T-Ventures, and more.

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Focus Investment Banking

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Washington, DC, (October 2, 2023) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, has been recognized as a leading M&A advisor in the consumer industry. For more information, visit www.focusbankers.com.

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Focus Investment Banking

MARCH 19, 2024

Washington, DC, (March 19, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, has been recognized as a leading M&A advisor in the technology services industry by Axial, the trusted deal platform serving the lower middle market.

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Focus Investment Banking

OCTOBER 16, 2024

3Q 2024 M&A Report : Despite economic headwinds and market uncertainty, Q3 2024 showcased the resilience of the middle market, with deal activity thriving, particularly in the business services sector.Download the full report here. The post Business Services 3Q 2024 M&A Report appeared first on FOCUS.

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Focus Investment Banking

JUNE 12, 2023

Thriving US Middle Market Fundraising and Resilient Private Equity Regarding Global M&A Private Equity Trends, looking at the positive news, the US middle-market fundraising landscape remained stable throughout 2022, with 156 funds closing at an aggregate value of $133.5 Reference: [link] [link] DOWNLOAD ARTICLE HERE.

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Focus Investment Banking

OCTOBER 11, 2024

GrubMarket, a B2B food marketplace that primarily sells to retail grocers, has become one of the most active buyers in food distribution M&A. With millions in funding from backers like 301, Grosvenor Food & AgTech, and Tiger Global, Xu and his team had the capital to pursue their growth strategy. DOWNLOAD FULL ARTICLE HERE.

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Sica Fletcher

AUGUST 5, 2024

YTD June 2024 Agency and Broker Buyer Index Shows a Steady Rise for M&As NEW YORK, NY – August 6, 2024 - Sica | Fletcher releases the Q2 2024 Agency & Broker Buyer Index. The shift in buyer rotation year over year is contributing to the evolving dynamics of the insurance M&A landscape.

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Sica Fletcher

AUGUST 5, 2024

YTD June 2024 Agency and Broker Buyer Index Shows a Steady Rise for M&As NEW YORK, NY – August 5, 2024 - Sica | Fletcher releases the Q2 2024 Agency & Broker Buyer Index. The shift in buyer rotation year over year is contributing to the evolving dynamics of the insurance M&A landscape.

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Focus Investment Banking

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Over 3,500 advisory firms and 2,000 corporate and financial buyers have joined Axial to efficiently connect with relevant capital partners, source actionable deals, and build new relationships. Whether helping to sell, buy, or raise capital, FOCUS strives to maximize the value of every transaction for the benefit of its clients.

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Focus Investment Banking

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Axial’s investment banking league tables rank M&A advisors based on their Axial activity, incorporating four core M&A advisory attributes: client quality, buy-side targeting, deal process effectiveness, and deal outcome. In Q3, 571 sell-side investment banks and M&A advisors brought a total of 2,360 deals to market.

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Devensoft

JUNE 6, 2023

Pursuing an M&A deal is a major decision for any business, one that comes with a unique set of both risks and rewards. It’s crucial that you conduct a thorough due diligence process before entering an M&A deal. This due diligence questionnaire will explain how you can adequately vet potential M&A deals.

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Software Equity Group

MARCH 13, 2023

While median EV/Revenue multiples declined from 4Q20–1Q22, they still outperformed the median public market multiple, and SaaS M&A deal volume jumped to a new record. Following are some highlights of SaaS M&A deal activity over 2022. For a more in-depth look at our research, download SEG’s Annual 2023 SaaS Report.

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Software Equity Group

DECEMBER 18, 2023

A Glimpse into the Current SaaS M&A Environment The world of software M&A has never been more exciting for private equity firms and strategic buyers , who view SaaS companies as attractive due to their predictable revenue, capital efficiency, scalability, and ability to measure success. billion in 2023, a 21.7%

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Sica Fletcher

MAY 13, 2024

Q1 2024 Agency and Broker Buyer Index Reveals a Dynamic Landscape for Insurance M&A NEW YORK, NY - May 13, 2024 - Sica | Fletcher releases the Q1 2024 Agency & Broker Buyer Index. The shift in buyer rotation year-over-year continues to shape the dynamic insurance M&A landscape.

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Focus Investment Banking

MAY 10, 2024

In this article, which joins our ongoing coverage of the Food & Beverage industry, we introduce an overview of M&A activity in food distribution with a focus on fresh food. M&A activity flourishes in large industries undergoing growth and stress, making food distribution ripe for dealmaking. What’s Ahead?

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Focus Investment Banking

APRIL 26, 2024

” About FOCUS Investment Banking FOCUS Investment Banking is a trusted name in middle market M&A advisory services worldwide. ” About FOCUS Investment Banking FOCUS Investment Banking is a trusted name in middle market M&A advisory services worldwide. Download this press release as a PDF

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Private Equity Info

JUNE 9, 2025

Our M&A database has tracked more than 1,060 manufacturing-focused transactions in 24 months , giving us a front-row seat to where capital is flowing, and more importantly, why. Sample Transactions Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing SK Capital Partners acquired Spectrum Vascular ( White Plains, NY ).

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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. It’s no surprise that bakery is one of the food industry’s most dependable performers. The bakery category is also incredibly resilient.

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Solganick & Co.

JANUARY 15, 2025

January 15, 2025 – Solganick has issued its latest mergers and acquisitions (M&A) update for the Cybersecurity industry sector, covering Q4 2024 and a 2025 outlook. We expect strengthening M&A activity over the next 12 months, driven by ongoing strategic consolidation and escalating cyber risks from AI-powered attacks.

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Focus Investment Banking

JULY 27, 2023

In Q2 2023, 771 sell-side investment banks and M&A advisors brought a​ total of 2,647 deals to market. About FOCUS Investment Banking With more than three decades of experience, FOCUS Investment Banking is a trusted name in middle market M&A advisory services worldwide. For more information, visit www.focusbankers.com.

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Software Equity Group

APRIL 24, 2024

SaaS, of course, plays a central role in these efforts, driving a heightened level of M&A activity in the software space. This article offers an overview of key findings from the report and insights into how SaaS companies can capitalize on potential exit opportunities. M&A Overview: The Quest for Industry 4.0

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