ESG Takes Center Stage
Investors are increasingly asking about a company’s environmental risk factors, how it treats its employees and the community at large, and how it is governed.
Deep Dives
Sale-Leasebacks During COVID and Beyond
More companies are looking at sale-leaseback as an alternative source of financing, as other financing markets are trending back.
Lease Restructuring Strategies During COVID and Beyond
Tenants should understand that leases can be constantly mined for value creation, and that landlord outreach is an ongoing practice, not just an exercise during unprecedented times.
Sale-Leaseback Transactions Poised to Play a Larger Role in M&A
While more private equity firms are employing a sale-leaseback strategy, there are still many that aren't taking advantage of this opportunity and could be leaving money on the table.
QBE North America: Assessing and Managing Risk
Companies faced an unprecedented array of risks in 2020. Here's what business leaders should know as those risks evolve in the year ahead.
Pandemic Still a Major Threat to Midmarket Companies
Dealmakers said the pandemic is the single biggest risk factor in 2021, and expect it to seep into all facets of business—including M&A.
The Power of Geographically Distributed Teams
International employers have long grappled with relying on technology for meetings and day-to-day communication. But should this be a deterrent to going global in 2021?
The Search for Talent Continues Even Amid the Pandemic
Many investors and their portfolio companies had already incorporated technology in hiring decisions before COVID-19, but those capabilities have since become indispensable.
7 Sectors Worth Watching
Using data-driven insights from Grata, we've broken down these industry segments to reveal sectors that could present significant interest to investors in the near future.
Proven Partners
Favorable market trends alone won't guarantee success. Company growth requires operational support, additional resources and the right advisory partners.