Doing Deals in the EU: Pitfalls in European M&A Transactions
JD Supra: Mergers
JUNE 9, 2025
As a result, even an investor from one EU country may encounter unexpected obstacles in pursuing a transaction in another EU. By: McDermott Will & Emery
Antitrust Scrutiny of Investors Under a New Administration
JD Supra: Mergers
JUNE 12, 2025
Recent FTC and DOJ moves—a final consent order against PE shop Welsh Carson and a statement of interest backing Texas in its suit against institutional investors for ESG policies. Now, with new enforcers in place, a different landscape appears to be taking shape. By: Baker Botts L.L.P.
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Saudi Arabia Responds to Investors with Revised Merger Guidelines Addressing Practical Needs
JD Supra: Mergers
MAY 8, 2025
The Saudi General Authority for Competition (GAC) continues to develop its antitrust and competition regulatory framework to bring it in line with international standards.
10 Lessons from Working with Investors Daily
Beyond M&A
AUGUST 7, 2025
When I first started delivering tech due diligence for investors, it felt like standing on the edge of a cliff. Here are 10 lessons I’ve learned from working with investors daily after a decade, the kind of lessons no handbook will give you: 1. Investors are rarely scared off by challenges—they want to see how they’ll be solved.
M&A Disputes Set to Rise in Latin America: How Savvy Investors Are Protecting Themselves
JD Supra: Mergers
JUNE 5, 2025
As deal activity shows signs of rebounding in 2025, investors are bracing for an increase in M&A-related disputes globally, and Latin America is no exception. It appears to be leading the trend. By: Foley & Lardner LLP
Private Placements in Florida Just Got Easier: Here’s How
JD Supra: Mergers
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Florida recently implemented amendments to its Securities and Investor Protection Act (Chapter 517), bringing significant changes to the regulatory framework governing private placements, investment advisors, and exemptions for institutional investors.
Negotiating Economics: What are the Different Advantages of Co-Investment for GPs and LPs?
JD Supra: Mergers
JULY 16, 2025
billion in 2024, despite a muted dealmaking environment and investor liquidity constraints (Trends Shaping the Private Equity Co-Investment Landscape - Chronograph). GPs are increasingly exploring formalised co-investment structures in a bid to secure management fees and carried interest. The advantages for both GPs and LPs are clear.
China Revised Rules for Foreign Investors’ Strategic Investment in A-share Listed Companies
JD Supra: Mergers
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
On November 1, 2024, the Ministry of Commerce of China, together with five other governmental departments, issued the newly revised Measures for the Administration of Strategic Investment in Listed Companies by Foreign Investors (the “New Measures”).
Can You Supercharge Your Business Growth? The Roll-Up Strategy REVEALED
How2Exit
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
His career transitioned into investment banking and fractional CFO services, where he developed significant expertise in mergers and acquisitions, particularly roll-ups. Developing a compelling roll-up narrative to assure investors on return potentials is key, whether one is a seasoned CEO or a novice operator.
Deal structuring in focus as U.S. outbound investment regime takes effect
JD Supra: Mergers
JULY 10, 2025
Navigating the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States has long been a key consideration for inbound investors to the U.S. But at the start of 2025, a new regulatory framework was introduced to limit certain outbound investments and transactions by domestic entities.
Delaware Chancery Court Finds Private Equity Majority Owner Not Liable to Minority Investors Where LLC Agreement Waived Fiduciary Duties
JD Supra: Mergers
JUNE 9, 2025
In a recent decision, the Delaware Court of Chancery dismissed breach of fiduciary duty claims asserted by minority unitholders in connection with the acquisition of CityMD by VillageMD. In Kahn, et al. Warburg Pincus, et al.,
Minority report: Minority stakes spike in US and Europe for sponsors and strategics alike
JD Supra: Mergers
JUNE 25, 2025
By: White & Case LLP
Delaware Court Upholds Contractual Freedom in Dismissal of CityMD Merger Challenge
JD Supra: Mergers
JULY 17, 2025
In a landmark decision with far-reaching implications for private equity-backed ventures and minority investors in Delaware limited liability companies, the Delaware Court of Chancery dismissed a lawsuit brought by former minority unitholders of urgent care provider CityMD. The case, Faiz Khan and Ralph Finger v. Warburg Pincus, LLC, et al.
A Sharper Focus: Exploring VC Side Letters
JD Supra: Mergers
JANUARY 22, 2025
A side letter in the venture capital sector is an agreement between an investor and the company it is investing in that entitles the investor to certain contractual rights, which supplement and are in addition to other rights specifically provided to the investor as a holder of equity securities under the companys governance documents the documents (..)
Global M&A Insights: Lateral thinking in fast-moving markets
JD Supra: Mergers
JULY 9, 2025
Alongside these themes, we take a deep-dive into preferred equity instruments, which are attracting significant interest from investors looking for. By: A&O Shearman
Malta: A Global Leader in Corporate Structure
MergersCorp M&A International
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Malta, a small archipelago in the Mediterranean Sea, has established itself as a powerhouse in the gaming industry, drawing in companies and investors from around the globe. EU membership enhances Malta’s credibility and assures foreign investors of a secure business environment.
Europe’s Sharpened Focus on Defense Creates M&A and Investment Opportunities
JD Supra: Mergers
JUNE 26, 2025
This creates opportunities for private equity and venture capital investors, who are increasingly active in the defense. They are increasingly turning to investment in small and medium-sized businesses — including startups — to drive rapid technological advances, rather than relying exclusively on large, established defense firms.
Three Big Beautiful M&A Takeaways
JD Supra: Mergers
JULY 17, 2025
While the full effect on how deals are negotiated and structured will need to play out over time, the bill already offers some clear takeaways for entrepreneurs, investors and. By: Rivkin Radler LLP
California Legislature Takes Another Swing at Private Equity Participation in Healthcare
JD Supra: Mergers
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
Last fall, private equity and hedge fund investors were given a reprieve from the prospect of increased oversight of healthcare transactions when California Governor Gavin Newsom unexpectedly vetoed Assembly Bill 3129 (AB 3129). By: Husch Blackwell LLP
Increasing European defence budgets: what are the implications for government contractors and investors?
JD Supra: Mergers
APRIL 29, 2025
At a time of marked geopolitical uncertainty, governments around Europe are committing to meaningful increases in defence spending, whilst also looking to private capital and investment to supplement public funds.
Exit Readiness Resources That Move the Needle
Beyond M&A
JUNE 23, 2025
Whether you’re a CTO polishing your tech narrative, a founder thinking about exit strategy, or a post-merger leader aligning operations, these tools are designed to close the gap between founder ambition and investor expectation. In reality, investors and acquirers expect a well-run ship from day one of discussions.
Investment Management Update - Q1 2025
JD Supra: Mergers
JUNE 5, 2025
Explore the latest legal developments and regulatory updates impacting funds, advisers, and industry participants, including SEC rule amendments, compliance extensions, and guidance on accredited investor verification. By: Troutman Pepper Locke
Navigating the CFIUS Fast Track Program
JD Supra: Mergers
JULY 21, 2025
This initiative aims to streamline the CFIUS review process for certain trusted investors, potentially reducing the time and uncertainty associated with foreign investment in critical U.S. businesses from ally and partner sources.” By: Baker Botts L.L.P.
Securities Litigation Alert: Second Circuit Applies Fraud-on-the-Market Presumption to Section 10(b) Claims Based on Missed Appraisal Opportunity
JD Supra: Mergers
APRIL 1, 2025
Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, allowed a putative investor class to proceed with securities fraud claims under Section 10(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 based on their acceptance of an allegedly undervalued tender price in a freeze-out merger. By: Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP
SPACs: A Path to Public Markets That Shouldn’t Be Overlooked
MergersCorp M&A International
JULY 5, 2025
The journey typically unfolds in several distinct phases: The SPAC IPO: The process begins with a group of experienced sponsors (often seasoned investors, entrepreneurs, or industry experts) forming a shell company with no existing operations. This SPAC then conducts an IPO, selling units typically priced at $10 each, to public investors.
Impact of German Court's Disclosure Obligations Ruling on Corporate and Financing Transactions
JD Supra: Mergers
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
The German Federal Court of Justice (BGH) clarified in a ruling on September 15, 2023 (V ZR 77/22) that sellers may not rely only on the information they put in a data room when fulfilling their disclosure obligations towards a buyer or investor.
Independent Sponsor Series: A Conversation with Ryan Sullivan on North Park Group’s Unique Background and Long-Term Strategy (Part One)
JD Supra: Mergers
JUNE 12, 2025
To help businesses, investors, and deal professionals better understand the evolving independent sponsor landscape, Robert Connolly – a partner in LP’s Corporate Practice Group and leader of LP’s Independent Sponsor team – shares a series of conversations with independent sponsors, capital providers, and other professionals.
Mergers that Matter: Creating Value and Driving Growth Through M&A
Sun Acquisitions
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have always been a powerful tool for companies to grow and expand. The rise of strategic activism: Strategic activism is a type of investor activism in which investors push companies to make changes to improve their long-term performance. Mergers and acquisitions can help to create jobs.
Navigating German FDI Rules
JD Supra: Mergers
JULY 7, 2025
For venture capital (VC) investors that are often involved in early-stage investments in both High Tech and Deep. By: A&O Shearman
Eyes on the exit: Selling PE portfolio companies in complex markets
JD Supra: Mergers
MARCH 19, 2025
By: White & Case LLP
M&A Insights Series: Katie Balson of Origin Merchant Partners Discusses the Market Outlook, Its Challenges and Opportunities, and Advice for Buyers and Sellers
JD Supra: Mergers
JULY 31, 2025
To help businesses, investors, and deal professionals better understand the evolving independent sponsor landscape, Robert Connolly – a partner in LP’s Corporate Practice Group and leader of LP’s Independent Sponsor team – shares a series of conversations with independent sponsors, capital providers, and other professionals.
FTC and DOJ Provide Critical Clarity on Passive Investment Rules Under Antitrust Law
JD Supra: Mergers
AUGUST 5, 2025
In a significant development for institutional investors, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Department of Justice (DOJ) have provided their first explicit statement confirming that engagement with companies on corporate governance matters is consistent with passive investment status under antitrust laws. By: Stinson LLP
What Does It Take to Close a Deal? Jordan Wagner's Multi-Million Dollar Deal Secrets EXPOSED
How2Exit
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
With a career grounded in experience gained from working at a competitor straight out of college, Jordan has established himself as a seasoned professional in the mergers and acquisitions sector. Below, we delve into three significant themes, each offering valuable insights for entrepreneurs and investors alike.
Independent Sponsor Series: Ryan Sullivan of North Park Group Discusses the M&A Outlook and Offers Advice to Business Owners and Independent Sponsors (Part Two)
JD Supra: Mergers
JUNE 26, 2025
To help businesses, investors, and deal professionals better understand the evolving independent sponsor landscape, Robert Connolly – a partner in LP’s Corporate Practice Group and leader of LP’s Independent Sponsor team – shares a series of conversations with independent sponsors, capital providers and other professionals.
Keys to a Successful CFIUS Compliance Program
JD Supra: Mergers
JULY 30, 2025
For foreign investors, successfully managing the CFIUS review process is critical, as findings of non-compliance can stop proposed investments in their tracks—and potentially lead to further scrutiny of foreign investors’ operations as well as the parties to the proposed financial transaction in the U.S.
Corporate Venture Capital Survey: Q3 2024
JD Supra: Mergers
JANUARY 22, 2025
of deals that were completed include a CVC investor in Q3, according to Pitchbook data. We also analyze a survey of key economic terms of the largest Q3 2024 venture capital investments in which CVC programs either led the round or participated as significant or anchor investors. Only 23.2% By: Morgan Lewis
BBHIC 2025: Key Insights From Canada’s Leading Healthcare Investment Conference
JD Supra: Mergers
MAY 9, 2025
Healthcare Investor Conference (BBHIC), held in Toronto this week, drew over 1,500 global participants to one of Canada's leading events for healthcare investment and innovation. The Bloom Burton & Co.
All Businesses Are Loosely Functioning Disasters
Beyond M&A
JUNE 9, 2025
Everyone’s LinkedIn is perfectly optimised for investor confidence. What’s quietly on fire in the background while everyone smiles for the investor day Zoom call? It helps investors understand what kind of engine they’ve bought. But what if we assessed investors , too? We want the truth. How do they handle disagreement?
Chancery Enforces Liability Waiver Provision in Limited Partnership Agreement, Dismisses Claims Against Limited Partners
JD Supra: Mergers
JULY 21, 2025
The case arose from the sale of a software company, wherein the Sellers remained minority investors in the company through a limited partnership with the Buyers, which was governed by a limited partnership agreement. By: Morris James LLP
Continued Growth in Software and IT Services M&A Expected in 2025
Solganick & Co.
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Solganick is a data-driven investment bank and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisory firm focused exclusively on software and IT services companies. Vertical Specialization: There is a growing trend towards vertical specialization, with companies acquiring software and IT services firms that focus on specific industries.
What Google Gets Right (and Wrong) About Technology Due Diligence
Beyond M&A
JULY 29, 2025
Here’s what shows up: “Technology due diligence in mergers and acquisitions” “Checklist” “Jobs” “Providers” “Report” “Consulting” “Firms” “M&A” “Meaning” And if you read between the lines, these aren’t just search terms — they’re signals. . The best investors use it pre-deal and post-deal.
M&A Trends 2025: Market Insights and Business Growth Opportunities
PCE
JANUARY 14, 2025
The mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape for 2025 is poised for significant and sustained growth. Lower interest rates, relative economic stability, and increasing investor confidence are expected to generate a broad range of transactions across sectors, as companies and investors seize new opportunities for innovation and expansion.
Q3 2024 Quarterly Corporate / M&A decisions updates
JD Supra: Mergers
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Decisions from the Delaware Court of Chancery this quarter included an analysis of the assignment for the benefit of creditors (ABC) process (In re Wack Jills), dismissal of a securities fraud class action brought by investors (In re Lucid Motors), interpretation of advancement and indemnification clauses (Gilbert v. Unisys Corp.),
[Video] Raising a Down Round and How to Be Prepared
JD Supra: Mergers
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
They discuss: What is a down round and how should it be perceived (0:27) What occurs in an average down round (2:12) Why investors and companies typically engage in a recap (5:03). Max Cantor and Samir Bakhru explain the mechanics of down rounds, their impact on capitalization tables and the need for proper legal counsel and communication.
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