Focus Investment Banking

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

2023 was a bit of a slower year for middle market M&A, with deals taking far longer than what we’ve become accustomed to. Both the market and FOCUS demonstrated characteristic resilience, setting up a very robust 2024 for middle market M&A.”

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Solganick & Co.

JULY 29, 2024

July 29, 2024 – Los Angeles and Dallas – Solganick has been named a Top 25 Lower Middle Market Investment Bank by Axial for Q2 2024. Axial released its Q2 2024 Lower Middle Market Investment Banking League Tables. For more information, please contact us.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The CCA investment banking team on this transaction included Managing Director Charlie Maskell and Managing Director Tim Brasel who focused on client management, deal strategy, and deal negotiations. For more information, visit www.ccabalt.com or call 410.537.5988.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2023

As another example, some argue that UBS should not be a bulge bracket bank because it has focused on wealth management and areas outside the capital markets. Deutsche Bank is a trickier case because it now generates less investment banking revenue than firms like Jefferies, Wells Fargo, and RBC.

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Focus Investment Banking

JUNE 21, 2024

Washington, DC, (June 21, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, has been recognized as a leading M&A advisor in the industrials sector.

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Solganick & Co.

APRIL 25, 2024

Named a Top Lower Middle Market Investment Bank by Axial for Q1 2024 April 25, 2024 – Los Angeles and Dallas – Solganick & Co., a leading software and IT services-focused investment bank, has been recognized as one of the Top 25 Lower Middle Market Investment Banks for Q1 2024 by Axial.

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Focus Investment Banking

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Washington, DC, (October 30, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking, a leading middle-market investment bank, is pleased to announce that Colin May has joined the firm as a Managing Director in its Automotive Group. Download the Press Release here.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

MAY 24, 2024

As of May 2024, the influx of over $1.3 trillion in growth and buyout private equity (PE) dry powder has fueled a competitive, but crowded, M&A market for high-quality middle market businesses, even amidst inflationary pressures and elevated interest rates.

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Focus Investment Banking

MARCH 19, 2024

Washington, DC, (March 19, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, has been recognized as a leading M&A advisor in the technology services industry by Axial, the trusted deal platform serving the lower middle market.

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Focus Investment Banking

APRIL 18, 2025

Washington, DC (April 8, 2024) FOCUS Investment Banking (FOCUS), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, announced that Accutrol, LLC (Accutrol) has been acquired TASI Measurment , a global supplier of industrial measurement and monitoring solutions.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

In addition to Mr. Knott, CCA’s investment banking team on this transaction included Vice President Katie Kieran who focused on day-to-day execution and Analyst Miles Gally who provided financial modeling and deal execution support. For more information, visit www.ccabalt.com or call 410.537.5988.

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Focus Investment Banking

DECEMBER 13, 2024

It has been a privilege to work with Four States Tire & Service, a company with a long history of providing exceptional service to its customers, said Giorgio Andonian, Managing Director at FOCUS Investment Banking. We are proud to have facilitated this partnership, which creates value for all stakeholders involved.

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Focus Investment Banking

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

” “We enjoyed working with the physician-owners at Mid-Michigan ENT, and are thrilled with this outcome,” said Eric Yetter, Managing Director and Healthcare Team Leader at FOCUS Investment Banking. This partnership will allow our clients to continue growing their practice and we look forward to watching their continued success.”

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Focus Investment Banking

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Washington, DC, (September 12, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, announced today that Absolute Collision Center has been acquired by Classic Collision, LLC , a leading national multi-site collision repair operator.

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Focus Investment Banking

APRIL 26, 2024

Although 2023 M&A activity was down from the high level of 2021, there are some signs that M&A activity in 2024 is picking up. We believe that the M&A market in the Photonics space is also likely to rebound this year.

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Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 5, 2024

Download this press release as a PDF The post FOCUS Investment Banking Represents MasterStream in its Sale to Connectbase appeared first on FOCUS Investment Banking LLC. These testimonials may not be representative of the experience of all clients; testimonials are not a guarantee of future performance or success.

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Focus Investment Banking

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Washington, DC, (September 27, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, announced today that Dulles Eye Associates has joined ReFocus Eye Health as a supported practice.

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Focus Investment Banking

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Washington, DC, (October 15, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, announced today that Accutron Inc.

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Focus Investment Banking

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Its initial acquisition, SUCCESS, closed in January of 2024. Through strong collaboration with the SUCCESS management team, L Squared was able to execute two additional acquisitions, Netrio in August 2024, and PCA in November 2024.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

JULY 17, 2024

If you have the option to work in finance in different parts of the world, investment banking in India should be at the bottom of your list. But the main problem is that winning a “true” front-office investment banking role in India is virtually impossible, even if you have outstanding academic credentials and work experience.

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Focus Investment Banking

OCTOBER 16, 2024

3Q 2024 M&A Report : Despite economic headwinds and market uncertainty, Q3 2024 showcased the resilience of the middle market, with deal activity thriving, particularly in the business services sector.Download the full report here. The post Business Services 3Q 2024 M&A Report appeared first on FOCUS.

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Focus Investment Banking

MAY 31, 2024

Download this press release as a PDF The post FOCUS Investment Banking Represents CORE Industrial Partners in its Acquisition of National Manufacturing Co, Inc. These testimonials may not be representative of the experience of all clients; testimonials are not a guarantee of future performance or success. appeared first on FOCUS.

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Focus Investment Banking

JUNE 7, 2024

Washington, DC (June 7, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, announced today that Chenega Corporation (“Chenega”) has acquired SecuriGence LLC.

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Focus Investment Banking

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Download this press release as a PDF The post FOCUS Investment Banking Represents CORE Industrial Partners in its Acquisition of MSK Precision Products, Inc. These testimonials may not be representative of the experience of all clients; testimonials are not a guarantee of future performance or success. appeared first on FOCUS.

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Focus Investment Banking

MAY 28, 2024

Washington, DC, (May 28, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, announced today that Marsh Automomotive Group (“Marsh”), a new and used car dealer, headquartered in Traverse City, Michigan has been acquired by Serra Automotive (..)

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Focus Investment Banking

JULY 3, 2024

premium to TSR’s closing price on May 14, 2024. Upon completion of the merger, TSR became a privately held company controlled by Vienna Parent and Christian, and TSR’s common stock has ceased trading on the NASDAQ Capital Market. Download this press release as a PDF The post FOCUS Investment Banking Represents TSR, Inc.

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Focus Investment Banking

JULY 17, 2024

2Q 2024 M&A Report : This quarter there was a noticeable increase in demand for specialized business services within middle market M&A transactions. The post Business Services 2Q 2024 M&A Report appeared first on FOCUS. Download the full report here.

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Focus Investment Banking

AUGUST 20, 2024

2Q 2024 M&A Report : The second quarter brought a slight uptick in Food & Beverage deal volume, offering a positive signal as M&A markets recover from the declines observed in 2023. In the middle market, average purchase price multiples on completed deals in the second quarter reached 7.4x

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Focus Investment Banking

APRIL 1, 2024

Washington, DC, (April 1, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, announced today that CMI Management , an organization that provides facilities and asset management services primarily to government agencies, has been acquired (..)

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Focus Investment Banking

APRIL 30, 2024

1Q 2024 M&A Report : In the first quarter of 2024, middle market M&A transactions saw a surge in demand for specialized business services, ranging from due diligence to post-merger integration strategies.

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Focus Investment Banking

MARCH 11, 2024

of South Korea.

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Tyton Partners

JANUARY 18, 2024

Tyton Partners 2023 Transactions K-12 Transactions The K-12 market continues to be an active sector as the ESSER funding cliff looms in 2024. We continued to serve our clients across the PreK-12, Higher Education, and Corporate Training and Continuing Education markets, as well as the broader TMT ecosystem.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

MAY 6, 2024

Baltimore, MD, May 7, 2024 – Chesapeake Corporate Advisors (CCA), a boutique investment banking and corporate advisory firm in the Mid-Atlantic region, announced that Timothy Brasel has been named a Managing Director in the firm’s investment banking group.

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Focus Investment Banking

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

FOCUS is a leading national M&A firm for the lower middle market. With the Fed committed to lowering rates, even nominally, in September, we anticipate the number of transactions to increase in H2 2024 amid lower cost of capital and rising investor confidence.

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Focus Investment Banking

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

With 2024 in full swing, we take a quick look at the 2023 market dynamics as they affected middle market M&A and how FOCUS performed over the year. Perhaps more importantly we look ahead to the “new normal” conditions and our strong position for 2024. To read our full 2023 Year in Review, please click here.

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Focus Investment Banking

JUNE 12, 2023

Thriving US Middle Market Fundraising and Resilient Private Equity Regarding Global M&A Private Equity Trends, looking at the positive news, the US middle-market fundraising landscape remained stable throughout 2022, with 156 funds closing at an aggregate value of $133.5 Reference: [link] [link] DOWNLOAD ARTICLE HERE.

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Focus Investment Banking

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Washington, DC, (September 16, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking , a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, would like to congratulate Cole Strandberg on his promotion to Managing Director within its Automotive Aftermarket group.

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