Investors See a Turning Point for M&A
Panelists at ACG Chicago’s Closing the Deal event say dealmaking is improving in the second half of the year, despite ongoing challenges
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Why Secondaries Are in the Spotlight
Preqin's Cameron Joyce shares why secondaries are key to market adjustments
Dry Powder Reserves Point to Insatiable Buyout Demand
While uninvested assets in private markets have reached record levels, the capital is waiting to be deployed in a more favorable market environment
Looking for Buyers in All the Wrong Places
Grata Co-Founder and COO Nevin Raj shares what founders should consider when planning an exit
PE Firms Pause Exits, Prioritize Financial Partners Amid Uncertainty
New research from Apogem Capital considers the impact of market volatility and recent bank collapses on private equity investment strategy
In It for the Long Haul: Continuation Funds on the Rise
Continuation funds are extending the runway for companies that might not be ripe for an exit, especially as market conditions get choppier
Planning an Exit: Where does Cyber Risk Fall?
Baker Donelson's Justin Daniels explores the impact lax cybersecurity has on the exit process
For Patient Investors, Breweries and Distilleries Offer a Shot at Growth and a Smooth Exit
The beer and spirits industries are infused with production and regulatory complications, but also offer a shot at growth for determined investors.
SPAC: The Quick Alternative to IPO
Smoke Wallin, CEO of CBD-infused products manufacturer Vertical Wellness, discusses opportunity and due diligence in this growing market.
Beware of These Five SPAC Risks
Partnering with SPACs is becoming a popular alternative to IPOs for growing companies—but they should be aware of these risks.