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The Next Chapter in the Serial: U.S. Antitrust Agencies Heighten Focus on Roll-Up Strategies

JD Supra: Mergers

Serial acquisitions and roll-up strategies are facing intense scrutiny as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the U.S. economy, including “housing, agriculture, defense, cybersecurity, distribution, construction, aftermarket/repair, and professional services markets.” By: Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

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UK Professional Services M&A on Track for 10-Year High

Benchmark International

The professional services sector is expected to reach a 10-year high in 2023, based on the latest figures in a report by Experian. According to its MarketIQ Micro Insight report, there have been a total of 92 acquisitions in the advisory sector to date in 2023 with a total value of £899m.

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Ownership Transfer Issues in the Sale of Professional Services Firms

Focus Investment Banking

Are you the owner of a Professional Services firm? I remember an acquisition I worked on where there were senior partners with control nearing retirement and several younger partners who each owned minority stakes in the business. As we explained how the acquisition would work, the younger partners sat in stunned silence.

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How to Accurately Calculate Gross Margins (and Understanding Their Importance) at Professional Services Firms

Focus Investment Banking

If you’re considering the sale of your consulting or professional services business, you should understand that buyers will be examining your Gross Margin as an indicator of the value of your firm. Professional services companies make money by billing out their experts and consultants at rates higher than the employee cost.

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Internet of Things (IoT) Software and Technology Services M&A Expected to Increase in 2025

Solganick & Co.

December 26, 2024 – Internet of Things (IoT) software and technology services market for mergers and acquisitions in 2024 has shown resilience and growth despite broader economic uncertainties. Here’s a summary of some notable deals: Acquisitions Scenera acquires TnM AI Co. This acquisition will allow Rev.io

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IoT Software and Technology Services M&A Update, 2H 2024

Solganick & Co.

December 23, 2024 – The IoT software and technology services market for mergers and acquisitions in 2024 has shown resilience and growth despite broader economic uncertainties. Here’s a summary of some notable deals: Acquisitions Scenera acquires TnM AI Co. This acquisition will allow Rev.io

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Patrick Dichter Shares Lessons Learned from Acquiring Accounting Firms

How2Exit

rn Visit [link] rn _ rn About The Guest(s): Patrick Dichter is the owner of Appletree Business Services, a small business accounting firm that specializes in bookkeeping and tax services for service-based businesses and professional services. rn Building rapport with sellers is essential in the acquisition process.