Mergers and Inquisitions

MARCH 13, 2023

Look at any financial model for a bank, and you’ll see that loans – not deposits – are the key top-line driver. Even though banks are not “constrained” by their deposits, they still manage to their deposits , and most target a specific loan-to-deposit ratio. But the U.S.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

MARCH 13, 2024

Over time, many traditional growth equity firms have shifted to the “growth buyout” category as their assets under management have grown. Financial Modeling: Like private equity, 3-statement models are common, as are valuations and DCF models , but LBO models are less common since not all deals use debt.

Private Equity 105

Private Equity Equities Capital Portfolio 105

iMerge Advisors

APRIL 9, 2025

Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) : A more theoretical approach, used less frequently in lower middle-market deals due to its complexity and sensitivity to assumptions. While financial metrics provide the foundation, qualitative factorssuch as customer concentration, churn, and IP defensibilitycan significantly influence the final number.

Valuation 40

Valuation M&A Profitability Discounted Cash Flow 40

Mergers and Inquisitions

AUGUST 16, 2023

As with PE in many other emerging/frontier markets, it’s more like growth equity than traditional roles at middle-market PE firms and mega-funds in the U.S. poor stock-market performance, slowing growth rates, and an aging population. This may change due to factors like the “decoupling” with the U.S.,

Private Equity 94

Private Equity Equities Recruitment Funds 94

Mergers and Inquisitions

APRIL 5, 2023

Some SWFs operate like long-only asset managers (i.e., Others operate more like funds of funds and delegate much of the investing process to private equity firms, hedge funds, and other asset managers. and supporting your Portfolio Manager ’s ideas and requests.

Recruitment 59

Recruitment Funds Private Equity Investment 59

Mergers and Inquisitions

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Companies like Emerson even use these numbers to justify acquisitions like the Open Systems deal: Some consumer-focused companies here also have a subscription element, with customers paying monthly fees to manage their energy. Renewable Energy Accounting, Valuation, and Financial Modeling For the most part, very little is “new” here.

Investment Banking 59

Investment Banking Banking Bank Investment 59

Mergers and Inquisitions

APRIL 19, 2023

If you have an engineering background, you might get hired for your ability to read and interpret technical analyses such as feasibility reports and help bankers incorporate them into financial model assumptions. One example is Steel Dynamics, which we feature in our main financial modeling course.

Investment Banking 52

Investment Banking Banking Bank Investment 52

Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

APRIL 15, 2025

In a fast-evolving landscape, your middle market company might find itself in a precarious position. You are no longer small enough to operate with minimal financial oversight and limited forecasting capabilities, yet you likely lack the resources that large enterprises allocate toward financial planning.

Middle Market 52

Middle Market Profitability Business Corporation 52

Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

MARCH 19, 2025

CCAs process resulted in a strong response from the market and yielded results that exceeded expectations; ultimately allowing me to select the right partner. We extend our most sincere thanks and congratulations to Stephanie Germano and the BRS management team on achieving such a meaningful milestone.

Investment Banking 52

Investment Banking Corporation Utilities Advisory 52

Lake Country Advisors

JANUARY 13, 2025

Whether you’re a small business owner or managing a middle-market company, aligning with the right expertise can make all the difference in your transaction’s success. Unlike business brokers, M&A advisors cater to mid-sized and large companies, bringing advanced financial and strategic expertise to the table.

Broker 52

Broker M&A Business Negotiation 52

Mergers and Inquisitions

MAY 28, 2025

Private credit refers to lending between a non-bank lender , such as an asset manager or investment fund, and a company. Private credit has exploded since the 2008 financial crisis, as new regulations and capital requirements drove many large banks away from their lending activities for middle-market companies.

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