Winning M&A Strategies During Tough Market Conditions
Despite continuously high interest rates, investors and advisors are betting on creative ways to get deals done and looking toward a brighter 2024
Business Development
The M&A Partners Working Behind the Scenes
While business development professionals and investment bankers are at the forefront of dealmaking, M&A partners are working behind the curtain to narrow down targets, prepare companies for sale and effectively complete due diligence
Investment Bankers Chart a New Path
Boutique and middle-market advisors are ramping up hiring, while bulge-bracket banks cut staff in a slow M&A environment
Cross-Border M&A Looks Ready for Takeoff in 2024
Investment targets outside of the U.S. offer a shot at expansion—even as geopolitical and regulatory risks present challenges for buyers
How AI Platforms Are Changing the Game for Alternative Investment
Dr. Mohammad Rasouli explores how smaller funds can adopt AI to strengthen key processes, including deal sourcing
Corporate M&A Stirs up Momentum for 2024
Despite headwinds, strategics are setting up for a promising dealmaking year
The Art of the Multiple
Grata's Nevin Raj explores how to add color to private company valuations
Private Equity Likes and Subscribes to the Influencer Economy
As Kim Kardashian brings her influencer savvy to the private equity world, PE firms are finding their own innovative ways to partner with influencers
Healthcare Services Sector Gains Strength
Deal activity looks likely to rise amid an overall M&A rebound; cardiology and home health and hospice are two categories to watch
Building a Bench for Deal Success
ACG Chicago panelists discussed how entrepreneurs can evaluate M&A advisors and investors as they look to sell their businesses