In recent years, the private equity market has seen impressive growth, with fundraising and deal activity bouncing back strongly after a tumultuous period. According to a report by McKinsey, fundraising surged by almost 20 percent year over year, hitting a record high of $1.2 trillion. As more capital flows into private equity, diversification has become […]
Technology has been closely linked with mergers and acquisitions (M&A) for many years. Major technology companies such as Adobe, Microsoft, Apple, and Facebook have all been heavily involved in M&A activity. For instance, Adobe’s acquisition of Figma, Microsoft’s acquisition of LinkedIn, and Facebook’s acquisition of Instagram are prime examples of this trend. Mergers and acquisitions […]
Every year, over 305 million businesses are founded worldwide, and the vast majority fail. According to Startup Genome, 9 out of 10 startups fail at initial stages. There are numerous reasons why startups fail, including the difficulty of young companies in finding a market niche, competing with established competitors, and making a profit—let alone just […]
Once you understand the deal sourcing process and have a set of sourcing best practices, it’s time to take action. Here are five private equity deal sourcing strategies to help you secure attractive investments. Strategy 1: Use Advanced AI or Machine Learning Advanced AI and machine learning are two of the most significant advancements in […]
Owners may contemplate selling, acquiring, or seeking funding as a business evolves. You might even be approached with an offer. And while plenty of owners decide they are happy to continue forward at full steam, there are good reasons to think through all the options. It’s essential to assess all options and understand how to […]