Mergers and Inquisitions

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

I never expected to revisit the topic of bulge bracket banks so quickly because the full list changes slowly, and we updated it a few years ago. What is a “Bulge Bracket Bank”? The name “bulge bracket” (BB) comes from the prospectus for an IPO or debt issuance, which lists all the banks underwriting the deal.

Bulge Bracket 105

Bulge Bracket Bank Banking Boutique 105

The TRADE

OCTOBER 18, 2024

This has created an ongoing opportunity for mid-tier prime brokers, particularly those with broad asset class and geographical capabilities comparable to those of the bulge bracket banks. This is an ongoing pattern that we suspect will continue for some time.”

Funds 69

Funds Broker Banking Bank 69

Mergers and Inquisitions

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

A good example is the 2020 – 2021 period, when SPAC activity went vertical, and plenty of renewable energy companies used SPACs to go public. But they do mostly debt/lending deals , not M&A advisory, which may not be what you want. But the market crashed the next year, and you stopped hearing about renewable energy SPACs. . –

Investment Banking 59

Investment Banking Bank Banking Investment 59

Mergers and Inquisitions

DECEMBER 4, 2024

SPAC IPOs for esports companies were “hot” for a short period in 2021, but they seem to have died off by now. Among the bulge brackets , Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan should be at the top of this list now that they have dedicated teams (plus their existing reputations and market shares).

Investment Banking 105

Investment Banking Bank Banking Investment 105