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When the Financial Model Doesn’t Land

Beyond M&A

You’d think that after months of boardroom conversations and pitch meetings, the financial model would hold up under scrutiny. The Model Doesn’t Pass the Glance Test The team’s been selling the future — but no one’s been asked to walk through the mechanics of how it actually works. Fix that Financial Model!

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Corporate Finance Jobs: Cozy Careers, But Bad “Plan B” Options

Mergers and Inquisitions

Corporate finance jobs at normal companies are bad … …if you’re using them to break into a deal-based field, such as investment banking , private equity , or venture capital , or as a “Plan B” if you interview around but do not get into one of these. In my view, corporate finance jobs are not ideal “stepping stone roles.”

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AMA Analytical Services Acquired by SGS

Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

Knott, CCA’s investment banking team on this transaction included Vice President Katie Kieran who focused on day-to-day execution and Analyst Miles Gally who provided financial modeling and deal execution support. The post AMA Analytical Services Acquired by SGS appeared first on Chesapeake Corporate Advisors.

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MergersCorp M&A International and Spektrum Capital Advisors LLC Announce Strategic Alliance to Enhance Capital Access for Growing Businesses

MergersCorp M&A International

NEW YORK, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA – June 14, 2025 – MergersCorp M&A International, a distinguished advisory firm specializing in Investment Banking, cross-border Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) and comprehensive corporate finance solutions for clients globally, and Spektrum Capital Advisors LLC, a U.S.-based

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Fireline Corporation Acquired by Encore Fire Protection

Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

In addition, CCAs investment banking team included Director Katie Kieran who focused on day-to-day execution and Senior Analyst Miles Gally who provided financial modeling and deal execution support. The post Fireline Corporation Acquired by Encore Fire Protection appeared first on Chesapeake Corporate Advisors.

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The Unseen Hand: Tariffs and Their Profound Consequences on Mergers & Acquisitions

MergersCorp M&A International

Erosion of Value and Shifting Financial Models The most immediate and tangible consequence of tariffs on M&A is their direct impact on financial performance and, by extension, corporate valuations. Understanding these consequences is paramount for navigating the contemporary M&A environment.

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Freestate Electric, LLC Acquired By Sojitz Energy Services LLC

Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

metropolitan area in its sale of 90% ownership to Sojitz Energy Services LLC (“Sojitz”), a subsidiary of the Japanese general trading company Sojitz Corporation. metropolitan area in its sale of 90% ownership to Sojitz Energy Services LLC (“Sojitz”), a subsidiary of the Japanese general trading company Sojitz Corporation.