Shearman & Sterling

JANUARY 14, 2020

after it was acquired in a tender offer and cash-out merger by a private equity firm. 2018-0789-JRS (Del. The claims focused on Essendant's decision to terminate a merger agreement providing for a stock-for-stock merger with Genuine Parts Co. ("GPC") in favor of an all-cash deal offered by the private equity firm.

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Shearman & Sterling

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

2018-0730-JRS (Del. The claims arose after defendant terminated the two office supply companies' merger agreement in favor of an acquisition of defendant by a private equity firm. 's motion to dismiss an action for breach of a merger agreement brought by Genuine Parts Company ("GPC"). Genuine Parts Co.

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Shearman & Sterling

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

On November 20, 2018, Vice Chancellor Joseph R. the "Company") against former members of its board of directors in connection with the take-private acquisition of the Company by a private equity buyer group in June 2017. (the In Re Tangoe, Inc. Stockholders Litigation, C.A. 2017-0650-JRS (Del Ch.

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Cooley M&A

AUGUST 7, 2018

dated July 9, 2018), the Delaware Supreme Court reversed the Delaware Chancery Court’s dismissal of deal litigation based on obtaining a cleansing vote under Corwin/Volcano because the defendants failed to show “as required under Corwin” that the vote was fully informed. of The Fresh Market shares, rolling over their equity.

Private Equity 52

Private Equity Equities Sale Food 52

Shearman & Sterling

JANUARY 14, 2020

after it was acquired in a tender offer and cash-out merger by a private equity firm. 2018-0789-JRS (Del. The claims focused on Essendant's decision to terminate a merger agreement providing for a stock-for-stock merger with Genuine Parts Co. ("GPC") in favor of an all-cash deal offered by the private equity firm.

Mergers 40

Mergers Private Equity Acquisitions Equities 40

Shearman & Sterling

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

2018-0730-JRS (Del. The claims arose after defendant terminated the two office supply companies' merger agreement in favor of an acquisition of defendant by a private equity firm. 's motion to dismiss an action for breach of a merger agreement brought by Genuine Parts Company ("GPC"). Genuine Parts Co.

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Mergers Mergers and Acquisitions Private Equity Equities 40

Focus Investment Banking

APRIL 1, 2024

Summary Private equity-backed Physician Practice Management (“PPM”) companies in the ENT & Allergy space continued a conservative growth trajectory during Q1 2024. Most platforms are seeking acquisitions in their home regions and are especially interested in larger, more diversified practices.

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Sica Fletcher

JULY 1, 2020

Update on Private Equity and Insurance Brokerages In our ,, previous article , we reported that the COVID-19 pandemic had not diminished the pace of mergers and acquisitions transactions we are seeing in the insurance agency and brokerage sector. The number of transactions we are working on has not abated. Dry powder reached $1.4

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The Deal

DECEMBER 4, 2023

NMI’s purchase of the commercial division of SphereCommerce LLC continues the Insight Partners portfolio company’s years-long series of acquisitions to build out its payment platform. Network Merchants added layers of payments capability and services through acquisitions. from Bestport Ventures LLP and FF&P Private Equity Ltd.

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The Deal

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

in 2018 for an undisclosed amount. TriplePoint primarily served the greater Kansas City market at the time of the acquisition. Quality is the firm’s third acquisition through its Caymus Equity Partners Fund II LP, the firm’s first committed private equity fund.

Private Equity 52

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Sica Fletcher

DECEMBER 12, 2019

(Otherwise Known as “How Acquisitions Are Structured”) Our November blog post asked how a smaller agency can take advantage of the tsunami of private equity investment in insurance brokerages. We thought it would be helpful to write a blog post outlining how acquisitions are typically structured in the current environment.

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Focus Investment Banking

MARCH 28, 2024

Summary Private equity’s investments in ophthalmology are entering a new, more mature lifecycle phase. We also expect many platform recapitalizations once private equity groups and lenders become comfortable with the interest rate environment. We also see them being aggressive about acquisitions.

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Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

While they're seen in numerous sectors, their significance shines particularly in investment banking , private equity, and corporate finance. In modern times, their usage has expanded, notably in sectors like investment banking and private equity , adapting to the dynamic needs of the financial industry.

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Focus Investment Banking

JUNE 13, 2023

On April 23 a group led by private equity firm TPG agreed to acquire OneOncology, the nation’s largest independent community oncology network, in a deal valued at $2.1 While the biggest recent deal, OneOncology is hardly the first oncology platform to be sold to a private equity group.

Hospitality 52

Hospitality Private Equity Mergers and Acquisitions Medical 52

TechCrunch: M&A

JULY 28, 2023

AngelList , an organization that started out by teaming up founders with early-stage investors, is expanding into the private equity space. As they mature, the scope of capital providers they can tap into expands into private equity and of course, even the public markets,” he said. “So,

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Focus Investment Banking

APRIL 14, 2024

From 2018 to 2021, the total number of bakery workers declined nearly 12%, leaving operators struggling to replace highly experienced talent. General Mills acquired private equity-backed TNT Crust, a frozen pizza supplier, for $253 million. Bakery owners are constantly being approached by potential buyers.

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Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 18, 2024

And Navigant Consulting, a well-known publicly traded company, finished going private in 2019, after first selling its Disputes, Forensics and Legal Technology practice to Ankura in 2018, and then selling its remaining divisions to Guidehouse. It seems that the trend is to stay private.

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The Deal

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Given the size of the platform, Helmitin’s advisers are expected to market the business largely to strategics as an add-on, though sources said private equity firms with experience in adhesives and specialty chemicals will likely be invited to participate. Taylor LLC to Meridian Adhesives in September 2018.

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Sica Fletcher

AUGUST 18, 2020

In summary, we observed that: The most active acquirers continue to be highly interested in acquisitions. Private equity firms continue to drive transaction pace and value. And, in fact, the number of transactions in 2020 exceeded the amount for the same period in 2018.

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Cooley M&A

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

In October 2018, CFIUS (the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States) launched a pilot program to require mandatory notification of certain non-controlling investments by foreign persons in U.S. In July 2018, the U.K. Technological superiority is now commonly equated with national security. There is no indication that U.S.

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Growth Business

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Augmentum launched on the main market of the London Stock Exchange in 2018, giving businesses access to patient capital and support, unrestricted by conventional fund timelines and giving public markets investors access to a largely privately held investment sector during its main period of growth.

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Peak Frameworks

MAY 22, 2023

The accounting equation is a fundamental concept in finance that every private equity professional, investment banker, and corporate , finance expert should be familiar with. If you're interested in recruiting for private equity and mastering concepts like the accounting equation, you should check out our Private Equity Course.

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Software Equity Group

JANUARY 8, 2024

By enabling them to understand trends, set realistic goals, and measure their performance against their competitors, benchmarking can support leaders in charting a successful SaaS growth strategy and scaling their businesses, ultimately helping them prepare for future mergers and acquisitions.

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Software Equity Group

JANUARY 8, 2024

By enabling them to understand trends, set realistic goals, and measure their performance against their competitors, benchmarking can support leaders in charting a successful SaaS growth strategy and scaling their businesses, ultimately helping them prepare for future mergers and acquisitions.

Business 52

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How2Exit

AUGUST 21, 2023

Eventually, Kindara was sold in 2018, showcasing the success that can come from venture capital-backed ventures. This is the person or entity that will take a significant portion of the investment round or acquisition price. Subscribe to The Hub - Acquisitions Hub '

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Software Equity Group

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

At the end of 2022, EV/Revenue multiples were still 15% higher than in 2018. The private markets don’t move in lockstep with the public markets and don’t always move as aggressively, either.” That said, she adds that public strategic buyers will always partially value acquisitions from the standpoint of how they themselves are valued.

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Valuation M&A Stock Profitability 52

Cooley M&A

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

5] Accordingly, definitive agreements for public company acquisitions almost universally contain a condition to the closing of the transaction that such stockholder approval has been obtained. Stockholder litigation. As always, ambiguity begets litigation. The risk tolerance of the high-vote stockholder and the dual-class company’s board.

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OfficeHours

AUGUST 30, 2023

What makes Private Equity roles so competitive? Join us tomorrow to learn more about the Periscope Equity process and hear from four individuals that have worked within Growth Equity/Private Equity discuss interviewing and hiring for the Buyside! Over 300 Applications Received in 4 Days!

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Equities Private Equity Funds Mergers and Acquisitions 130

The Deal

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

is said to be approaching the second round with at least a handful of private equity firms in tow. American Industrial Partners has owned automotive fluids supplier Reladyne LLC since it acquired the then-$110 million-in-Ebitda business from Audax Private Equity via an auction that was expected to yield a deal north of $1 billion.

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Cooley M&A

JANUARY 25, 2024

trillion in 2018 and 2019, respectively [1]. billion tie-up between Inmarsat and Viasat was cleared by both regulators, Adobe’s $20 billion proposed acquisition of Figma was abandoned in December 2023 following regulatory pressure. trillion – representing a 10-year low. trillion and $4.09 For example, while the $7.3

M&A 52

M&A Mergers and Acquisitions Investment Government 52

Cooley M&A

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

2023’s much-discussed downturn in mergers & acquisitions – with global M&A volume and value down 6% and 17%, respectively, from 2022 – was largely driven by the slowdown in the tech sector, with global tech M&A volumes down 51% year over year, while other sectors saw marked increases. [1] billion leading the pack.

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Sidley Shareholder Litigation

MARCH 25, 2025

(Dura Medic or Company) against affiliates of Comvest, a private equity backer that acquired Dura Medic in 2018 through subsidiary affiliates. The claims focused in particular on Comvests subsequent extension of debt and equity financing to the Company without approval by disinterested and independent decisionmakers.

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Sica Fletcher

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Sica | Fletcher closed 125 transactions in 2020 (our best year ever, and again, , leading the league tables ) in comparison with 92 in 2019 and 79 in 2018. And as of today, the most active acquirers continue to be highly interested in acquisitions.

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The Guardian: Mergers & Acquisitions

JANUARY 29, 2025

American Axle and Manufacturings acquisition of Dowlais follows exodus of London-listed companies in 2024 The British car parts maker Dowlais has agreed to a 1.2bn takeover by its US rival American Axle & Manufacturing, in the latest departure from the London stock market. Continue reading.

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Beyond M&A

MARCH 17, 2025

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The TRADE

MARCH 21, 2025

He previously spent four and a half years at Jupiter, having joined following the firms acquisition of Merian Global Investors in 2020. Jupiter acquired the entire used share capital of Merian for 370 million and combined the group to operate under the Jupiter brand.

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Focus Investment Banking

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

McKessons acquisition of PRISM Vision Group is an important milestone for private equitys investments in optometry practices. PRISM was founded in 2018 with Quad-C Managements acquisition of NJ Retina, a large Retina practice in New Jersey.

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