Middle-Market Execs Felt Confident in Q2. Will They Remain Optimistic?
On the podcast, Kevin Depew, RSM's deputy chief economist, discussed how midsize companies are faring as they cope with tariffs and technological change.
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Technology, Private Equity Style
After getting involved with private equity 12 years ago, RKON Technologies has developed a specialized IT consultancy fluent in both technology and business.
Aberdeen Standard Investments’ Senior Investment Director Has Some Advice for GPs
On the podcast, Whit Matthews described what he looks for in managers and the biggest mistakes he sees PE firms make during succession planning.
Gaining Ground in Washington, D.C.
MMG asked Tom Turmell, the chairman of ACG's PAC Committee, about the PAC’s role in supporting a healthy climate for middle-market businesses and to describe its goals for 2019.
The Case for PE-Sponsored Sale Leasebacks
Sale-leasebacks of commercial property allows middle-market companies to lighten their balance sheet, pay off liabilities and focus on business growth.
Finding Growth Abroad
During a breakout session sponsored by Velocity Global at ACG's InterGrowth conference, panelists outlined four areas institutional investors should consider when expanding their portfolio companies overseas.
Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup
ACG members prepare to gather in Washington, D.C., next week, and the SEC issues a set of rules on so-called “hedge clauses."
A Qualified Opinion: Michael C. Hardy
The Duane Morris partner discusses how a shift in reimbursement models and regulatory risks are shaping health care M&A.
The Case for Generalist Investors
For years, conventional wisdom has placed value in industry specialists without recognizing the role generalist investors play in driving growth in the lower middle market.
Private Capital Stitches up Physician Practice Space
Buying physician practices and consolidating them has been a private equity strategy for decades, but involvement has extended to a wide range of specialty areas.