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Three weeks later, investors are still not terribly enthusiastic about the massive Cisco-Splunk deal

TechCrunch: M&A

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Three weeks after the Cisco announced a massive $28B acquisition of Splunk, investors still seem less than enthused about the deal.

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Wiz walks away from Google’s $23B acquisition offer: Read the CEO’s note to employees

TechCrunch: M&A

JULY 22, 2024

Cybersecurity startup Wiz has turned down a $23 billion acquisition offer from Alphabet, Google’s parent company, according to a source familiar with discussions.

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How This Dealmaker Closes a Business Acquisition Every Week—WITHOUT Using His Own Money!

How2Exit

MARCH 10, 2025

E271: How This Dealmaker Closes a Business Acquisition Every Week—WITHOUT Using His Own Money! With decades of experience in technology, business acquisitions, and rollups, Richmond has developed a reputation for structuring creative and sustainable deals.

Business

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SEC Adopts Final Rules to Enhance Disclosures and Investor Protections Relating to Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs) and De-SPAC Transactions

JD Supra: Mergers

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

On January 24, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted final rules (the “Final Rules”) to enhance disclosure and investor protection in initial public offerings (“IPOs”) by special purpose acquisition companies (“SPACs”) and in business combination transactions involving shell companies, such as SPACs, and private operating companies (..)

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New Study: 2018 State of Embedded Analytics Report

Why do some embedded analytics projects succeed while others fail? We surveyed 500+ application teams embedding analytics to find out which analytics features actually move the needle. Read the 6th annual State of Embedded Analytics Report to discover new best practices. Brought to you by Logi Analytics.

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What the new private sale process regime means for private equity investors

JD Supra: Mergers

MAY 28, 2024

If you are a private equity investor considering potential P2P acquisitions after receiving initial soundings from management teams, then this new regime should be helpful in enabling early stage talks to happen in private. The UK Takeover Panel (the Panel) has published a new framework for private sale processes.

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SEC Adopts Final Rules Enhancing Disclosures and Providing Additional Investor Protections Related to SPACs

JD Supra: Mergers

JANUARY 31, 2024

Nearly two years after first proposing new rules related to special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs), the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has adopted final rules aimed at enhancing investor protections in initial public offerings by SPACs and in subsequent de-SPAC transactions.

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Can You Supercharge Your Business Growth? The Roll-Up Strategy REVEALED

How2Exit

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

His career transitioned into investment banking and fractional CFO services, where he developed significant expertise in mergers and acquisitions, particularly roll-ups. This episode is a goldmine for anyone interested in understanding the intricate strategies that private equity employs to rapidly grow companies through acquisitions.

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Ninth Circuit Applies Birnbaum Rule to Affirm Dismissal of Claims by SPAC Investors Asserted Against Target Company Executives for Pre-Merger Statements

JD Supra: Mergers

AUGUST 16, 2024

8, 2024), the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit affirmed the dismissal of a securities class action brought by investors who purchased shares of the special purpose acquisition company Churchill Capital Corporation IV (“CCIV”) in early 2021 before it merged with Atieva, Inc. LEXIS 19910 (9th Cir.

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Robinhood snaps up Pluto to add AI tools to its investing app

TechCrunch: M&A

JULY 1, 2024

Investment app Robinhood is adding more AI features for investors with its acquisition of AI-powered research platform Pluto Capital, Inc.

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Healthcare & Life Sciences Private Equity Deal Tracker: WindRose Acquires CardioOne

JD Supra: Mergers

MARCH 8, 2024

WindRose Health Investors has announced its acquisition of CardioOne. CardioOne, founded in 2023 and based in Houston, is a management services partner and technology platform designed for independent cardiology practices. By: McGuireWoods LLP

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Cross-Border M&A: What Non-US Investors Should Know

JD Supra: Mergers

AUGUST 5, 2024

In contemplating a potential acquisition in the United States, there are multiple considerations that require significant analysis to achieve the strategic goals of such acquisition. It is paramount to consider the applicable US political and regulatory implications before acquiring businesses or assets.

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Weathering the Storm: Key M&A Considerations for Foreign Investors Entering the U.S. Market

JD Supra: Mergers

MARCH 25, 2025

Cross-border merger and acquisition (M&A) activity in 2025 will be shaped by tumultuous economic, legal, and regulatory change. Driven by the new U.S.

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Why PE Investors Care About Interest Rates

OfficeHours

OCTOBER 16, 2023

For private equity investors, interest rate movements can have a very significant impact on the outlook of their investments since PE uses such a large amount of debt to finance transactions. Some investors have tolerance for one type of payment over the other and may use one over the other in different situations.

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SPAC Litigation: A Review of Recent Developments

JD Supra: Mergers

MAY 23, 2023

In Short - SPAC Deals: Special purpose acquisition companies ("SPACs") boomed in 2020 as a means of taking early-stage private companies public.

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Investing in or Acquiring a Digital Assets Business? Watch Where You Step – Maximizing Value and Managing Risk in Digital Assets M&A (Part 1)

JD Supra: Mergers

MAY 23, 2024

The growing number of opportunities have attracted a diverse group of investors and lenders. Global financial institutions and some of the world’s largest institutional investors are among those pursuing acquisitions and equity financings in digital assets businesses. By: Mayer Brown

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Anduril’s teeing up to take larger defense market share with latest acquisition

TechCrunch: M&A

JUNE 26, 2023

Such success stories, combined with rising geopolitical tensions and a sea change inside the Pentagon itself, has meant that more startups than ever before are actively seeking to work on tech at the intersection of national security and commercial — and more investors are willing to fund them.

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Navigating the Dynamic M&A Landscape in the Sports Apparel Industry

JD Supra: Mergers

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

The mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape in the sports industry has remained notably active and attractive to investors, driven by continuous digital transformation and global franchise investments. Since 1985, the sports industry has recorded 5,724 M&A transactions, amounting to $1.7

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Why Buying a Business Beats Starting One – Buy Your Way to Success!

How2Exit

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

His expertise in scaling businesses, combined with his strong belief in long-term ownership and AI-driven efficiencies, makes him a compelling voice in the world of software acquisitions. While these methods work, they often leave buyers without the guidance or strategic backing needed to truly optimize and grow their acquisition.

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Stripe in talks to acquire Bridge for $1 billion

TechCrunch: M&A

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The pair raised $58 million from investors […] © 2024 TechCrunch. The talks are reportedly in advanced stages, although nothing has been finalized. Bridge, co-founded by Coinbase alumni Zach Abrams and Sean Yu, has built an API that helps companies accept stablecoins. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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FTC Initiates Monopolization Lawsuit Against Roll-Up Acquisitions in Anesthesiology Markets

JD Supra: Mergers

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

District Court for the Southern District of Texas against US Anesthesia Partners (USAP), a large healthcare provider platform, and private equity firm Welsh, Carson, Anderson and Stowe (WC), which has been a principal investor in USAP for many years. By: McGuireWoods LLP

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Guide Through The Mexican M&A Labyrinth: Top 10 Labor and Employment Considerations for Foreign Investors

JD Supra: Mergers

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

For foreign companies contemplating a merger with or acquisition of a Mexican company, understanding the labor landscape is crucial. Una versión en español de esta Insight está disponible haciendo clic arriba.

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Overcoming Setbacks: How Landon Mance Mastered Industrial Service Business Acquisitions

How2Exit

AUGUST 12, 2024

E238: Overcoming Setbacks: How Landon Mance Mastered Industrial Service Business Acquisitions - Watch Here About the Guest(s): Landon Mance: Landon Mance is the co-founder of Backbone Planning Partners and a seasoned acquisition entrepreneur. Landon is also an active investor, having recently acquired Nevada Tree Service.

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Mitigating National Security Threats in Commercial Transactions

JD Supra: Mergers

APRIL 9, 2025

government has taken a closer look at investments, mergers and acquisitions, and other business activity that may have an impact on U.S. For corporations and investors, this means that deals involving foreign businesses or investment counterparts can fall under considerable scrutiny. In recent years, the U.S. national security.

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Healthcare & Life Sciences Private Equity Deal Tracker: WindRose Acquires CardioOne

JD Supra: Mergers

JANUARY 21, 2025

WindRose Health Investors has announced the acquisition of CardioOne. CardioOne, founded in 2022 and based in Houston, is a physician enablement company that serves independent cardiologists. By: McGuireWoods LLP

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10-23-2023 Newsletter: Why Take-Private Dealmaking Remains Attractive for PE Investors

OfficeHours

OCTOBER 23, 2023

However, for private equity investors, this uncertainty represents a unique opportunity to take advantage of investment opportunities in public markets. According to the Institutional Investor, 81% of value in all transactions in 2023 so far were take-private deals (compared to 20% seen in a typical year).

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Antitrust scrutiny of private equity deals intensifies

JD Supra: Mergers

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Traditionally, private equity firms were seen as benign investors from an antitrust perspective. In the past 12 months, PE-funded acquisitions have faced progressively more rigorous scrutiny by antitrust authorities. This is changing. By: Allen & Overy LLP

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How to Effectively Source Deals in the Mergers and Acquisitions Space

How2Exit

JULY 22, 2024

E233: Guide to Sourcing Deals and Increasing Deal Flow for Business Acquisitions with Expert Tips - Watch Here About the Guest(s): Conner Young Conner Young is the co-founder of Kairo Data, a company that focuses on helping investors and searchers source and find business deals. How does that make you money?" "You

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VCs anticipate more exits in 2024 but have no consensus on when or how

TechCrunch: M&A

JANUARY 4, 2024

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Investor and Entrepreneur - Carl Allen, Shares His Expertise on Buying and Selling Businesses

How2Exit

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

b' Investor and Entrepreneur - Carl Allen, Shares His Expertise on Buying and Selling Businesses - Watch Here rn rn About The Guest(s): Carl Allen is an entrepreneur, investor, and corporate dealmaker with almost three decades of experience buying and selling businesses.

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Use of Equity Rollovers Continues to Rise Amid Market Uncertainty

JD Supra: Mergers

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Given the current acute challenges in arranging acquisition financing on palatable terms and a continued focus on ensuring alignment between private equity (PE) investors and portfolio company management, the use of rollover equity continues to be a key deal feature in acquisitions backed by PE investors. By: Goodwin

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Private Equity Interest in Lower Middle Market Acquisitions Remains Strong

Global Banking & Finance

AUGUST 8, 2024

Regarding mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private equity continues to show robust interest in acquiring lower middle market (LMM) companies. While large M&A transaction volume fell in the first half of 2024, the allure of LMM acquisitions remains high.

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M&A for Entrepreneurs: Leverage Acquisitions to Scale Your Business Faster with Dominic Wells

How2Exit

APRIL 8, 2024

b' E202: M&A for Entrepreneurs: Leverage Acquisitions to Scale Your Business Faster with Dominic Wells - Watch Here rn rn About the Guest(s): rn Dominic Wells is an accomplished entrepreneur and the CEO of Onfolio, a publicly traded company specializing in the acquisition of online businesses.

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Elizabeth Knopf: M&A Investor and Growth Expert Shares Strategies for Success

How2Exit

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

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Strategic Real Estate: Mergers, Acquisitions, and Business Roll-Ups for Maximum Return

How2Exit

MAY 6, 2024

b' E210: Strategic Real Estate: Mergers, Acquisitions, and Business Roll-Ups for Maximum Return - Watch Here rn rn About the Guest(s): rn Dan Taylor is an experienced professional specializing in real estate strategies that set him apart from conventional practices. then sell those businesses without the real estate."

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Exit Strategies for PE Investors

OfficeHours

OCTOBER 16, 2023

For private equity investors, one of the most important considerations for a successful investment is determining the value the firm will receive at exit, which directly impacts fund returns. Private equity investors often have a 5 to 7-year investment horizon and expect a significant return at the end of this hold period.

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Raising Capital for Acquisitions: Funding Sources to Finance Your Dream Deal w/ Parnell Speed

How2Exit

APRIL 22, 2024

b' E205: Raising Capital for Acquisitions: Funding Sources to Finance Your Dream Deal w/ Parnell Speed - Watch Here rn rn About the Guest(s): rn Parnell Speed is a seasoned professional with a background in engineering and experience in the real estate sector.

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Increased Investment Canada Act Review Thresholds Announced for 2024

JD Supra: Mergers

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

All acquisitions of control of Canadian businesses by non-Canadian investors are subject to the Investment Canada Act. The Canadian government has increased the monetary thresholds to determine whether a net benefit review of a foreign investment in Canada is required under the Investment Canada Act for 2024. By: Stikeman Elliott LLP

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TipRanks, an AI-based stock tip evaluator created after its founder got burned by bad advice, sells for $200M to Prytek

TechCrunch: M&A

AUGUST 15, 2024

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What Does It Take to Close a Deal? Jordan Wagner's Multi-Million Dollar Deal Secrets EXPOSED

How2Exit

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

With a career grounded in experience gained from working at a competitor straight out of college, Jordan has established himself as a seasoned professional in the mergers and acquisitions sector. His expertise lies in savvy deal-making, industry analysis, and curating strategic business acquisitions.

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Healthcare & Life Sciences Private Equity Deal Tracker: WindRose Acquires SubjectWell

JD Supra: Mergers

APRIL 30, 2024

WindRose Health Investors has announced its acquisition of SubjectWell. SubjectWell, founded in 2012 and based in Austin, Texas, is a patient access marketplace that connects people with health conditions to care options. By: McGuireWoods LLP

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Peterson Acquisitions: A Unique Approach to Buying and Selling Businesses with Devin Craig

How2Exit

DECEMBER 11, 2023

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Bakari Akil: Mastering the Art of Deal Sourcing and Structuring in Mergers and Acquisitions

How2Exit

DECEMBER 18, 2023

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10 Things We Learned About Business Success By Interviewing Sharon Brown - an Investor, Speaker and Launch Fanatic

How2Exit

MARCH 14, 2023

Sharon Brown, an investor at Angel Investor Too, is an expert in this field and has identified five different types of products or services that entrepreneurs should be aware of. Sharon Brown, an investor and entrepreneur, discussed the importance of social media. The first type of product or service is a widget.

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Three weeks later, investors are still not terribly enthusiastic about the massive Cisco-Splunk deal

Wiz walks away from Google’s $23B acquisition offer: Read the CEO’s note to employees

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How This Dealmaker Closes a Business Acquisition Every Week—WITHOUT Using His Own Money!

SEC Adopts Final Rules to Enhance Disclosures and Investor Protections Relating to Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs) and De-SPAC Transactions

New Study: 2018 State of Embedded Analytics Report

What the new private sale process regime means for private equity investors

SEC Adopts Final Rules Enhancing Disclosures and Providing Additional Investor Protections Related to SPACs

Can You Supercharge Your Business Growth? The Roll-Up Strategy REVEALED

Ninth Circuit Applies Birnbaum Rule to Affirm Dismissal of Claims by SPAC Investors Asserted Against Target Company Executives for Pre-Merger Statements

Robinhood snaps up Pluto to add AI tools to its investing app

Healthcare & Life Sciences Private Equity Deal Tracker: WindRose Acquires CardioOne

Cross-Border M&A: What Non-US Investors Should Know

Weathering the Storm: Key M&A Considerations for Foreign Investors Entering the U.S. Market

Why PE Investors Care About Interest Rates

SPAC Litigation: A Review of Recent Developments

Investing in or Acquiring a Digital Assets Business? Watch Where You Step – Maximizing Value and Managing Risk in Digital Assets M&A (Part 1)

Anduril’s teeing up to take larger defense market share with latest acquisition

Navigating the Dynamic M&A Landscape in the Sports Apparel Industry

Why Buying a Business Beats Starting One – Buy Your Way to Success!

Stripe in talks to acquire Bridge for $1 billion

FTC Initiates Monopolization Lawsuit Against Roll-Up Acquisitions in Anesthesiology Markets

Guide Through The Mexican M&A Labyrinth: Top 10 Labor and Employment Considerations for Foreign Investors

Overcoming Setbacks: How Landon Mance Mastered Industrial Service Business Acquisitions

Mitigating National Security Threats in Commercial Transactions

Healthcare & Life Sciences Private Equity Deal Tracker: WindRose Acquires CardioOne

10-23-2023 Newsletter: Why Take-Private Dealmaking Remains Attractive for PE Investors

Antitrust scrutiny of private equity deals intensifies

How to Effectively Source Deals in the Mergers and Acquisitions Space

VCs anticipate more exits in 2024 but have no consensus on when or how

Investor and Entrepreneur - Carl Allen, Shares His Expertise on Buying and Selling Businesses

Use of Equity Rollovers Continues to Rise Amid Market Uncertainty

Private Equity Interest in Lower Middle Market Acquisitions Remains Strong

M&A for Entrepreneurs: Leverage Acquisitions to Scale Your Business Faster with Dominic Wells

Elizabeth Knopf: M&A Investor and Growth Expert Shares Strategies for Success

Strategic Real Estate: Mergers, Acquisitions, and Business Roll-Ups for Maximum Return

Exit Strategies for PE Investors

Raising Capital for Acquisitions: Funding Sources to Finance Your Dream Deal w/ Parnell Speed

Increased Investment Canada Act Review Thresholds Announced for 2024

TipRanks, an AI-based stock tip evaluator created after its founder got burned by bad advice, sells for $200M to Prytek

What Does It Take to Close a Deal? Jordan Wagner's Multi-Million Dollar Deal Secrets EXPOSED

Healthcare & Life Sciences Private Equity Deal Tracker: WindRose Acquires SubjectWell

Peterson Acquisitions: A Unique Approach to Buying and Selling Businesses with Devin Craig

Bakari Akil: Mastering the Art of Deal Sourcing and Structuring in Mergers and Acquisitions

10 Things We Learned About Business Success By Interviewing Sharon Brown - an Investor, Speaker and Launch Fanatic

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