RKJ Partners

AUGUST 6, 2017

Before the economic collapse, microlending (also called microfinance) was a concept typically associated with developing and emerging countries. In our latest blog installment, we define and discuss the evolution of microlending.

Capital Raising 52

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Focus Investment Banking

DECEMBER 21, 2023

How Predictions Really Work Since we raised the specter of predictions in this email, we’ll wrap up with some last thoughts about the nature of prognosticators. Back in the dark ages when I was in college in the 80s, a professor relayed his rather glib explanation of how some people get to teach economics at universities.

M&A 52

M&A Middle Market Economics IT 52

Wall Street Mojo

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Such firms enjoy high growth rates and play a vital economic role. 2 – Asset-based lending It is yet another common capital source for LMM firms in which the company assets are used as collateral or security to lift loans or take credit financing lines with a typical ratio of 60% on inventory and 85% on accounts receivable.

Middle Market 52

Middle Market Bulge Bracket Private Equity Investment Banking 52

How2Exit

JULY 13, 2023

Finally, the guests discuss the current market trends in private equity and capital raising. In the current uncertain economic climate, buyers are looking for sure deals that are less impacted by the economy. The term "scared money" refers to buyers who are risk-averse and prefer to invest in lower-risk opportunities.

Business 130

Business Collaboration Mergers and Acquisitions Valuation 130

Peak Frameworks

AUGUST 24, 2023

Economic Significance of the Consumer Products Industry The consumer products industry, by virtue of its sheer size and reach, significantly contributes to the economy in multiple ways. Investment Banking : Banks assist in capital raising, and advising on M&A, as Goldman Sachs did for Unilever in its acquisition of Dollar Shave Club.

Private Equity 52

Private Equity Finance Finance Investment Banking 52

Growth Business

MARCH 1, 2024

A private equity investor’s track record in structuring their investments conservatively, supporting sustainable growth at their portfolio companies, and adhering to a set of established investment principles throughout the economic cycle has great importance. That’s not to say that it wasn’t stressful at times!

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Private Equity Equities Investment Business 59