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Sudden breach of a contract and liability: key takeaways from the Altarea’s court decision (TAE Feb. 4, 2025, no. J2024000206)

JD Supra: Mergers

A out of the ordinary case: a breach of contract for the sale of a business (rather than the breakdown of negotiations), and more specifically for the transfer of control of the Primonial Group. billion euros for breach of a sale agreement signed in July 2021. billion euros for breach of a sale agreement signed in July 2021.

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How to Structure a Business Sale: Asset vs. Stock Transactions Explained

Lake Country Advisors

Most business sales fall into one of two categories: asset sales or stock sales. Asset Sales vs. Stock Sales – What’s the Difference? Understanding the difference between asset and stock sales can help you avoid surprises and build a smoother, more strategic transaction.

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What’s the difference between an asset sale vs. stock sale for tech companies?

iMerge Advisors

Summary of: Asset Sale vs. Stock Sale: What Tech Founders Need to Know When a technology company enters M&A discussions, one of the earliest and most consequential decisions is whether the transaction will be structured as an asset sale or a stock sale. Defining the Structures What Is an Asset Sale?

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Breathwork, Business, and Big Exits: How Monica Garcia Uses Calm to Crush M&A

How2Exit

Post-Exit Transition : Unlike many founders, she stayed on for three years post-sale to support the acquirer’s team—a 100-year-old company that had previously struggled with a hands-off acquisition. From migraines in college to the boardroom negotiations of selling a 16-year-old company, breath was the throughline.

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Exit Planning Through an Investment Banker’s Lens

Focus Investment Banking

Know the timeline After a sale, buyers often expect you to stay on for one to two years as an employee or consultant. Missing this detail could complicate or kill the deal, delay your plans, or reduce the sale price. Corporate structure Whether youre a C-Corp or S-Corp can affect taxes at sale. This derisks the org.

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Breaking Down the FOCUS Sell-Side Process

Focus Investment Banking

Our clients are usually founder-owned businesses that work with us on their first sale transaction, often to a larger company or private equity-backed group. Confidential information, including our clients’ identities, are only shared with buyers who sign non-disclosure agreements. Our healthcare services clients (e.g.,

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A Step-by-Step Guide to Selling a Middle-Market Business

Lake Country Advisors

This guide covers every stage, from defining what qualifies as a middle-market enterprise to finalizing post-sale considerations. A clear sense of your company’s market position shapes your negotiation tactics and marketing campaigns since buyers typically seek stable revenue, consistent profits, and a clear growth strategy.