Mergers and Inquisitions

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Corporate finance jobs at normal companies are bad … …if you’re using them to break into a deal-based field, such as investment banking , private equity , or venture capital , or as a “Plan B” if you interview around but do not get into one of these. In my view, corporate finance jobs are not ideal “stepping stone roles.”

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Mergers and Inquisitions

MAY 29, 2024

With the craze over renewable energy and infrastructure over the past few years, we’ve received more and more questions about Project Finance vs. Corporate Finance. This article will focus on careers and recruiting , while the accompanying YouTube video will discuss the technical/modeling aspects in more detail.

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OfficeHours

AUGUST 9, 2023

The good news is that there are many transferable skills from investment banking (and other non-traditional finance roles) to private equity. If you enjoy financial modeling and due diligence (essential skills for most finance roles) but want to dig deeper into how businesses function operationally, then the buyside could be right for you.

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OfficeHours

AUGUST 20, 2023

The good news is that there are many transferable skills from investment banking (and other non-traditional finance roles) to private equity. If you enjoy financial modeling and due diligence (essential skills for most finance roles) but want to dig deeper into how businesses function operationally, then the buyside could be right for you.

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Peak Frameworks

MAY 2, 2024

Notable Examples Several high-profile vertical mergers have reshaped industries, such as the acquisition of Pixar by Disney , integrating content creation with distribution channels, and Amazon’s purchase of Whole Foods , linking retail distribution with a leading online platform.

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Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Retainer fees , an integral part of the finance landscape, offer security for both professionals and clients. While they're seen in numerous sectors, their significance shines particularly in investment banking , private equity, and corporate finance. For instance, consider Tesla's acquisition of SolarCity in 2016.

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Devensoft

AUGUST 22, 2023

Are you a business leader eyeing expansion through acquisitions or an investor weighing potential mergers? In this guide, we’ll demystify the process of leveraging the Enterprise Value Calculator, a robust tool that considers intricate financial factors to accurately gauge a company’s value.

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