JD Supra: Mergers

MARCH 19, 2025

Sluggish M&A and IPO markets have put the brakes on private equity exit activity across Europe, but as pressure builds to clear the backlog of unsold portfolio companies, firms are taking innovative approaches to selling businesses - Europes private equity firms have a large backlog of unsold portfolio companies sitting on their books, and the (..)

Portfolio 171

Portfolio Book-building Private Equity IPO 171

JD Supra: Mergers

MAY 8, 2025

To help businesses, owners, investors, and deal professionals better understand the evolving M&A market, Robert Connolly a partner in LPs Corporate Practice Group and leader of LPs Independent Sponsor and Private Equity teams shares a series of conversations with M&A experts.

M&A 159

M&A Private Equity Investment Banking Corporation 159

JD Supra: Mergers

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The US Small Business Administration (SBA) recently issued a proposed rule impacting the ability of small business government contractors to continue performance of set-aside awards following a merger or acquisition.

Private Equity 171

Private Equity Equities Government Mergers 171

JD Supra: Mergers

JANUARY 22, 2025

On January 7, 2025, Vice Chancellor Sam Glasscock III of the Delaware Court of Chancery issued a post-trial decision in favor of defendant, a private equity fund (the Fund), finding that the Funds sale of a portfolio company (the Company) was protected by the business judgment rule and did not harm the interests of minority stockholders.

Sale 165

Sale Private Equity Funds Portfolio 165

TechCrunch: M&A

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Zuora, a company selling software to help businesses manage their subscription-based services, has agreed to be acquired by private equity firms GIC and Silver Lake for $1.7 The all-cash deal is expected to close in Q1 2025, subject to approvals and customary closing conditions.

Management 325

Management Private Equity Public Trading Equities 325

Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 25, 2025

Increased capital gains taxes can have a far-reaching impact on the business landscape, with ripple effects extending to various sectors, including private equity and venture capital (PE/VC) investments in mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

Private Equity 100

Private Equity M&A Capital Investment 100

JD Supra: Mergers

MAY 13, 2024

In corporate transactions of all kinds—mergers, acquisitions, and other business combinations—the purchaser company (Purchaser) must confront the question of how to treat the outstanding equity awards and the current equity incentive compensation plan of the target company in the transaction (Target). By: Morgan Lewis

Equities 159

Equities Corporation Mergers and Acquisitions Mergers 159

Align Business Advisory Services

AUGUST 6, 2024

When evaluating offers, business owners exploring exit strategies are increasingly encountering the concept of rollover equity, as buyers and sellers look for innovative ways to bridge valuation gaps and structure mutually beneficial deals. Definition and Advantages Rollover.

Equities 98

Equities Business Valuation IT 98

JD Supra: Mergers

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

To help businesses, investors, and deal professionals better understand the evolving private equity landscape in the lower middle market, Rob Connolly – a partner in and leader of LP’s Corporate Practice Group – shares a series of conversations with private equity firms and professionals. By: Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC

Private Equity 171

Private Equity Equities Middle Market Capital 171

JD Supra: Mergers

OCTOBER 24, 2024

By: Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC

Private Equity 165

Private Equity Equities Capital Middle Market 165

JD Supra: Mergers

MAY 23, 2024

As applications and use cases for digital assets and their blockchain infrastructure grow and become more sophisticated, investments and valuations for businesses in these areas have grown as well. The growing number of opportunities have attracted a diverse group of investors and lenders. By: Mayer Brown

Financial Institution 197

Financial Institution M&A Business Investment 197

JD Supra: Mergers

AUGUST 29, 2024

Audax Private Equity has announced it will acquire the clinical services business of Avantor (NYSE: AVTR). By: McGuireWoods LLP

Private Equity 152

Private Equity Equities Healthcare Business 152

How2Exit

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

b' E159: Building an Empire - Businesses, Private Equity, And M&A - With Adam Coffey - Watch Here rn rn _ rn Sponsor: rn rn Reconciled provides industry-leading virtual bookkeeping and accounting services for busy business owners and entrepreneurs across the US.

Private Equity 130

Private Equity M&A Equities Book-building 130

JD Supra: Mergers

JANUARY 14, 2025

Authentix or the Company) to private equity firm Blue Water Energy LLP (BWE) in September 2017. The Carlyle Group Inc., in which he rejected plaintiffs claims of breach of fiduciary duty in connection with the sale of Authentix Acquisition Company, Inc. By: Vinson & Elkins LLP

Private Equity 165

Private Equity Sale Equities Business 165

JD Supra: Mergers

JULY 26, 2024

Cook Medical has announced its intention to sell the company’s reproductive health business — Cook ART — to Astorg. By: McGuireWoods LLP

Medical 152

Medical Private Equity Business Healthcare 152

JD Supra: Mergers

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

The food industry is generally considered recession-resistant and less susceptible to economic downturns than other sectors, making it an attractive investment for private equity firms seeking stable returns. By: Goodwin

Food 159

Food Private Equity Business Economics 159

JD Supra: Mergers

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

He distinguished his investment method from traditional private equity or investment banking by making riskier investments in new, unproven businesses with the aim of larger returns should these businesses succeed. By: Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP

Capital 304

Capital Private Equity Investment Banking IT 304

OfficeHours

JUNE 6, 2023

Private equity firms play a significant role in the global financial industry, and their presence is particularly pronounced in New York City. Job Creation and Economic Growth: Private equity firms in New York City contribute to job creation and economic growth through their investment activities.

Private Equity 147

Private Equity Economics Equities Capital 147

JD Supra: Mergers

MARCH 21, 2024

Join us for a special cocktail reception hosted at Bricker Graydon Law to learn more about the MBA Fund I, a new equity capital fund to support business acquisitions and growth capital for minority entrepreneurs.

Acquisitions 177

Acquisitions Business Funds M&A 177

OfficeHours

JUNE 5, 2023

Private equity consulting firms play a crucial role in the success of portfolio companies by providing specialized expertise and strategic guidance. Private equity consulting firms go beyond traditional advisory services by providing value-added services to their clients.

Private Equity 147

Private Equity Consulting Portfolio Equities 147

OfficeHours

JUNE 6, 2023

Private equity is an investment asset class that has gained significant prominence and popularity in recent decades. However, private equity can seem complex and intimidating to beginners who are unfamiliar with its fundamentals. The Different Types of Private Equity Firms Private equity firms come in different sizes and strategies.

Private Equity 147

Private Equity Equities Debt Investment 147

How2Exit

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Jordan Wagner's Multi-Million Dollar Deal Secrets EXPOSED - Watch Here About the Guest(s): Jordan Wagner is the CEO and founder of the Exit Group, a firm specializing in assisting private equity firms and large corporations in acquiring businesses.

IT 130

IT Mergers and Acquisitions Business Private Equity 130

JD Supra: Mergers

APRIL 30, 2024

A common topic of negotiation in M&A transactions is how to treat performance-vesting equity awards for which the relevant performance period is not yet completed as of the closing of the deal.

M&A 159

M&A Equities Negotiation Stock 159

OfficeHours

JUNE 2, 2023

When you first decide to enter the world of private equity, you will undoubtedly be more overwhelmed than you were when you entered investment banking recruiting. Below, I will outline some of the best private equity firms to work for in 2023. And with the firm recently closing a new $3.25

Private Equity 147

Private Equity Equities Middle Market Funds 147

TechCrunch: M&A

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

eBay is unloading its remaining shares in the online classified business Adevinta to private equity firms Permira and Blackstone for $2.2 billion in cash and 20% equity, it said. Adevinta had originally acquired eBay’s own classified business back in 2020, leaving eBay with $2.2

Shares 243

Shares Private Equity IT Sale 243

OfficeHours

AUGUST 9, 2023

To know if the buyside is right for you, let’s start with a textbook understanding of “What is private equity?” Private equity involves investing capital directly into private businesses that are not publicly traded on stock exchanges (that would be a hedge fund). Strategic thinking skills are essential.

Private Equity 130

Private Equity Equities Investment Banking Investment 130

OfficeHours

JUNE 5, 2023

Private equity firms play a vital role in the broader investment landscape, and their success relies heavily on their ability to execute deals effectively. Simply put, any private equity associate course must focus on developing and refining these skills. We understand that, as a junior in the finance industry, time is of the essence.

Private Equity 147

Private Equity Equities Financial Modeling Financial Models 147

The TRADE

JANUARY 9, 2025

Aviad Axelrod has been named head of fixed income and equities (FIEQ) product for EMEA at BNY within the Global Markets Trading business, effective as of 6 January. London-based Axelrod will report to both John Goodheart,global head of FIEQ product and Bianca Gould, head of fixed income and equities EMEA at BNY.

Equities 59

Equities Trading Electronics Business 59

The TRADE

APRIL 25, 2025

Chris Jackson has been promoted as Liquidnets new global head of equities, continuing his 10-year tenure with the firm. The move sees London-based Jackson departing from his role as global head of equity strategy and head of equities for EMEA, which he had held since August 2019.

Equities 59

Equities Sale Trading Media 59

JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 3, 2024

Stronger stock market performance bodes well for exit conditions in Japan’s rapidly maturing PE space - Interested observers have long anticipated the “arrival” of Japan’s private equity market. As the world’s fourth-largest economy after the US, China and Germany, the country has no shortage of companies.

Private Equity 288

Private Equity Stock Equities Business 288

JD Supra: Mergers

JANUARY 14, 2025

We previously discussed the US Small Business Administrations (SBA) proposed rule updating the regulations regarding government contractor size and small business program status recertification. The SBA has now issued the final version of that rule. By: McDermott Will & Emery

Private Equity 177

Private Equity Equities Government Business 177

Growth Business

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

By Anna Jordan on Growth Business - Your gateway to entrepreneurial success Scaling up your business is hard and thats before you take incoming tax rises into account. However, weve spoken to fellow scale-ups and other experts to find out how you can grow your business without hiring any additional full-time staff.

Business 64

Business Finance Finance Accountant 64

Growth Business

OCTOBER 25, 2024

By Michael Goodwin on Growth Business - Your gateway to entrepreneurial success Many entrepreneurs’ burning question when considering investment for growth is how much equity to give away. Suppose your business is a fast-growth technology startup, and you’re speaking to tech-focused angel investors or venture capitalists.

Equities 98

Equities Investment Private Equity Valuation 98

OfficeHours

JULY 18, 2023

In the pursuit of attractive equity returns, private equity firms have developed numerous innovative strategies beyond typical leveraged buyouts and take-private transactions. As it happens, this is an industry that has experienced a significant amount of private equity-backed roll-up activity.

Private Equity 130

Private Equity Equities Investment Mergers and Acquisitions 130

OfficeHours

JUNE 6, 2023

The private equity industry has experienced significant growth in recent years, leading to a highly competitive job market for aspiring professionals, particularly at the associate level. Below, I will provide a comprehensive guide on how to stand out in the competitive private equity associate job market.

Private Equity 147

Private Equity Equities Financial Modeling Financial Models 147

How2Exit

MAY 20, 2024

b' E214: Guiding Entrepreneurs: David Barnett's Comprehensive Approach to Buying and Selling Businesses - Watch Here rn rn About the Guest(s): rn David Barnett is a seasoned entrepreneur, consultant, author, and educator in the field of buying, selling, and financing small and medium-sized businesses.

Business 130

Business Book-building Equities Acquisitions 130

The TRADE

APRIL 29, 2025

Natan Tiefenbrun has been appointed as global head of cash equities for Cboe Global Markets, following on from his role as the companys president for North American and European equities. He took on his most recent role as president for North American and European equities for Cboe in October 2023.

Equities 52

Equities Business Stock Trading 52