Solganick & Co.

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Private Equity Influence: PE-driven deals are expected to reach record highs, driven by the availability of capital and attractive valuations in the software sector. Forecast for 2025: Continued Growth: M&A activity is expected to continue to rise in 2025, with a focus on strategic acquisitions and digital transformation.

M&A 52

M&A IT Mergers and Acquisitions Valuation 52

OfficeHours

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

.” These webinars are packed with valuable insights from industry professionals and experts in the world of Finance – from private equity to investment banking, career transitions, career growth, and a whole lot more! How was your experience recruiting into Private Equity?

Investment Banking 130

Investment Banking Private Equity Banking Bank 130

Tyton Partners

DECEMBER 19, 2024

We act as a strategic partner to leaders of companies, institutions, and nonprofit organizations while also offering context and insights into impact for investors and philanthropists. While progress has been made, 2025 has to be the year philanthropy and impact investors truly mobilize large sums to drive change.

Education 91

Education Private Equity Capital Management 91

Solganick & Co.

DECEMBER 25, 2024

The rise of generative AI in particular has put digital transformation at the forefront for many executives and investors, driving deals to acquire cutting-edge AI capabilities. This is prompting both established companies and private equity firms to acquire specialized IoT software providers that cater to specific industries.

M&A 40

M&A Mergers and Acquisitions Acquisitions Funds 40

The TRADE

JUNE 5, 2024

Designed to rival the likes of incumbent exchanges Nasdaq and NYSE in the US, Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE) has raised $120 million from around a dozen investors including BlackRock and Citadel Securities in a funding round closed in May. Citadel Securities had not responded to a request for comment at the time of publishing.

Securities 111

Securities Investors Capital Raising Financial Institution 111

TM Capital

JANUARY 9, 2025

April 29-30, 2025 | Georgia Aquarium | Atlanta, GA The Owners Summit offers privately-held businesses the opportunity to meet with investor groups in an exclusive, one-on-one setting. Along with the one-on-one meetings, we will offer a number of panel discussions addressing key topics relevant to private business owners.

Private Equity 52

Private Equity Investors Equities Capital 52

OfficeHours

OCTOBER 27, 2023

OfficeHours is an online platform that provides 1-on-1 coaching, training, and advice to help you land a job in competitive finance careers including investment banking, private equity, growth equity, venture capital, and hedge funds. He began his professional journey as an Investment Banking Analyst at UBS.

Entertainment 130

Entertainment Investment Banking Media Banking 130

Focus Investment Banking

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Strategic buyers pursued opportunities across the food and beverage landscape, while private equity was largely sidelined by the rate environment. Overall, there was a healthy amount of dealmaking throughout the year, offering a positive signal for 2025.

Food 52

Food M&A Mergers and Acquisitions Private Equity 52

OfficeHours

JULY 20, 2023

What I want to talk about today is more pressing since there are so many ppl buzzing with the question… Is On-Cycle 2025 Starting Now? Lots of rumors in the rumor-sphere — we’ve all heard it where people are thinking On-Cycle 2025 should start soon. How ready do you feel for On-Cycle 2025 Recruiting? how do you prep for this?

Recruitment 130

Recruitment Private Equity Equities Investment 130

Global Banking & Finance

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

MADRID (Reuters) – Private equity investor Blackstone plans to list shares of Spanish gambling company Cirsa in the first half of 2025 in an initial public offering, local newspaper Expansion reported on Monday, citing unidentified market sources. billion)floating between 20% […]

Initial Public Offering 40

Initial Public Offering Shares Private Equity Equities 40

OfficeHours

AUGUST 14, 2023

Chris Sacca, the famed venture investor, gives an example of how a 15-year-old did exactly that here and secured an internship at Lowercase Capital. To know if the buyside is right for you, let’s start with a textbook understanding of “What is private equity?”

Recruitment 130

Recruitment Private Equity Equities Investment 130

Tyton Partners

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

As we project toward 2025, this sector is poised to sustain its robust performance, driven by substantial investor interest and the opportunities presented by a highly fragmented market. In 2025, investors are expected to focus increasingly on companies that enhance operational efficiencies within the education sector.

Education 52

Education Sale Investors Medical 52

iMerge Advisors

APRIL 16, 2025

Summary of: Software Company Valuations in 2025: Trends, Multiples, and Strategic Implications As we move into 2025, software company valuations are entering a new phaseone shaped by macroeconomic recalibration, AI-driven disruption, and a more disciplined capital environment.

Valuation 40

Valuation Private Equity M&A Equities 40

OfficeHours

OCTOBER 17, 2023

So you want to pursue a role in Private Equity and Growth Equity? Therefore, it’s hard to predict what exactly this expense will be in the future but it’s good to be prepared with a more conservative number.

Private Equity 130

Private Equity Debt M&A Investment 130

iMerge Advisors

APRIL 9, 2025

As weve outlined in SaaS Valuation Multiples: A Guide for Investors and Entrepreneurs , high-growth SaaS companies with strong KPIs can command ARR multiples of 6x12x or more, while slower-growth or less scalable models may trade at lower EBITDA multiples in the 3x6x range. However, growth must be efficient.

Valuation 40

Valuation M&A Private Equity Sale 40

OfficeHours

JULY 14, 2023

The best way to do fully grasp your investor acumen is to speak through your previous deal experience – which is exactly why interviewers will generally take this approach in the first round. Next, have concrete reasons as to why private equity – which ideally naturally stem from your story. Today Only!

Private Equity 130

Private Equity Recruitment Equities Accountant 130

OfficeHours

AUGUST 23, 2023

Growth Equity (ex-TCV Investor) Webinar TOMORROW at 12PM ET! Come listen to Alice speak about her time recruiting as a Lazard IB Associate into TCV Growth Equity! How did your investment banking experience help you succeed in growth equity investing and beyond? Think it’s too late for you to recruit as an Associate?

Equities 130

Equities Recruitment Investment Banking Investment 130

Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 10, 2025

I hope 2024 treated you and yours incredibly well, and I’m looking forward to an even better year in 2025. The focus of the collision vision in 2025 is to double down on the most important and timely topics in the collision repair business and to triple or even quadruple down on offering actionable insights for your business.

Private Equity 52

Private Equity Mergers and Acquisitions M&A Equities 52

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

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Capital 40

Capital Private Equity Healthcare Pharmaceutical 40

Solganick & Co.

DECEMBER 23, 2024

The rise of generative AI in particular has put digital transformation at the forefront for many executives and investors, driving deals to acquire cutting-edge AI capabilities. This is prompting both established companies and private equity firms to acquire specialized IoT software providers that cater to specific industries.

M&A 40

M&A Mergers and Acquisitions Acquisitions Funds 40

Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 17, 2025

After college and a foray into investment banking, Strandberg joined the family business, and remained with it after it was acquired by a private equity group. Strandberg talked more about private equity and the SBA. I spoke with north of 100 private equity groups who are saying, How do we get into collision repair?

Private Equity 52

Private Equity Equities Mergers and Acquisitions Business 52

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. Platform Creation” transactions are very rare. A third group (e.g.,

Private Equity 52

Private Equity Equities Valuation Acquisitions 52

iMerge Advisors

APRIL 13, 2025

Whether you're a founder preparing for an exit or an investor evaluating a target, understanding these structures is essential to optimizing deal outcomes. This article breaks down the key differences between asset and stock sales, with a focus on how they impact software and tech companies. Defining the Structures What Is an Asset Sale?

Sale 40

Sale Stock M&A Negotiation 40

The Deal

JUNE 26, 2023

“We don’t really expect that to start bearing fruit from the phase-downs until the middle of 2024, but it should lead to a significant uptick in unit volumes in the back half of 2024 and through 2025 to 2026,” Lee said. in April and Novacap Investments Inc. in March.

Capital 52

Capital Private Equity Sale Investment 52

Focus Investment Banking

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Some deals have involved PEG-backed strategics, where private equity firms support strategic buyers in acquisitions, which are referred to below as Hybrid. Froneri’s origins date back to PAI’s acquisition of a large private label ice cream manufacturer, R&R. Who Are The Buyers in Dairy Products M&A?

Food 52

Food Private Equity Business Sale 52

Solganick & Co.

APRIL 24, 2024

Solganick expects M&A deals to increase in the technology services sector for the remainder of 2024 and continuing into 2025. Financial buyers, particularly private equity firms, have kept M&A volume afloat in the systems integration sector, accounting for 57.1% of all transactions through YTD.

Mergers 52

Mergers Mergers and Acquisitions M&A Consulting 52

iMerge Advisors

APRIL 14, 2025

Buyers whether strategic acquirers or private equity firms will typically expect at least GAAP-compliant financials. While not every company needs an audit, here are scenarios where theyre strongly recommended or expected: Enterprise value exceeds $10M$15M Private equity buyers are involved Complex revenue models (e.g.,

Sale 40

Sale M&A Valuation Private Equity 40

iMerge Advisors

APRIL 19, 2025

Buyers whether private equity, strategics, or growth investors evaluate a range of financial and operational metrics. As discussed in SaaS Valuation Multiples: A Guide for Investors and Entrepreneurs , valuation multiples can vary widely based on these metrics. Strategic vs. Financial Buyers: Whos the Right Fit?

M&A 40

M&A Advisory Business Valuation 40

iMerge Advisors

APRIL 8, 2025

As we noted in EBITDA Multiples for SaaS Companies , valuation trends fluctuate with investor sentiment, interest rates, and sector performance. Prepare the Business for Sale Buyers especially private equity firms and strategic acquirers expect a clean, well-documented business.

M&A 40

M&A Valuation Private Equity Advisory 40

Solganick & Co.

JANUARY 21, 2024

While deal volume dipped compared to 2021 and 2022’s frenetic pace, the sector displayed remarkable resilience, attracting continued investor and strategic buyer interest. Here’s a closer look at the key trends that shaped 2023 and what IT services M&A might hold in 2024.

M&A 52

M&A Consulting IT Acquisitions 52

iMerge Advisors

APRIL 8, 2025

Your answers will shape the type of buyers you target from strategic acquirers to private equity firms or growth investors. Are you seeking a full exit, partial liquidity, or a growth partner? Do you want to stay on post-transaction or transition out? Timing also matters.

M&A 40

M&A Valuation Private Equity Negotiation 40

iMerge Advisors

APRIL 19, 2025

Private equity firms Especially those executing roll-up strategies in vertical SaaS, infrastructure software, or B2B marketplaces. For example, a strategic acquirer may prioritize product integration and offer a higher upfront price, while a PE firm may emphasize recurring revenue and prefer earn-outs or equity rollovers.

Valuation 40

Valuation M&A Middle Market Private Equity 40

Software Equity Group

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The decision between forming a C Corp, S Corp, or LLC can significantly affect your company’s tax obligations, flexibility in ownership, and attractiveness to investors. The flexibility to have multiple stock classes is a major draw for institutional investors. Are S Corps Ideal for Software Companies?

M&A 52

M&A Corporation Stock Investors 52

iMerge Advisors

APRIL 16, 2025

Firms like iMerge help founders navigate these complexities by preparing detailed financial packages, managing buyer communications, and anticipating diligence hurdlesespecially when selling to institutional investors. They typically acquire companies with the intent to grow them over a 37 year horizon and exit at a higher valuation.

M&A 40

M&A Valuation Business Advisory 40

iMerge Advisors

APRIL 16, 2025

In reality, buyersespecially private equity firms and strategic acquirersexpect a well-documented, diligence-ready business. Inadequate Preparation Before Going to Market One of the most frequent mistakes is underestimating the level of preparation required before engaging buyers.

Business 40

Business M&A Valuation Negotiation 40

iMerge Advisors

APRIL 16, 2025

Buyers whether private equity firms, strategic acquirers, or growth investors are not just buying code. In software transactions, where intangible assets dominate and recurring revenue models are common, the due diligence process often goes deeper than in traditional industries.

M&A 40

M&A Valuation Debt Advisory 40

iMerge Advisors

APRIL 10, 2025

For founders, CEOs, and investors navigating international deals, understanding the regulatory landscape is no longer optional; its a prerequisite for deal success. For example, a European private equity firm seeking to acquire a U.S.-based

M&A 40

M&A Valuation Acquisitions Advisory 40