Under Pressure: Investors May Have to Dig for Distressed Deals
A stronger economy adds up to fewer troubled companies. To find them, investors are homing in on specific drivers of distress and industries undergoing rapid change.
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Could J.B. Pritzker Apply His Longterm Investment Strategy to Illinois’ Woes?
The billionaire scion of the Pritzker family of Illinois announced his bid for Illinois governor.
Private Equity Fund Managers Expect a Sunnier 2017 After Volatile 2016
As the early months of 2017 take shape, it appears brighter days are expected ahead for the PE industry. According to BDO’s Eighth Annual PErspective Private Equity Study, fund managers are optimistic for the coming year.
Middle Market Caucus Event Focuses on Tax Issues
Deductibility of interest on corporate debt is a top concern for middle-market dealmakers, who met with lawmakers to dive into tax reform and its effects on economic growth.
Polaroid Investors Develop a Better Picture
In a departure from its history, iconic camera maker Polaroid became purely a licensing company eights years ago. Backed by private capital, it is once again profitable.
Moving From Diligence to Action Plan (VIDEO)
Midsized, growing companies acquired by private equity firms often have unsophisticated data capabilities, which represents a major value-add opportunity, according to three private equity experts.
ACG Past Chairman Hendrickson Joins Business Executives at the White House
Pamela Hendrickson joined business executives in meetings with senior staff of the White House National Economic Council and the Senate Finance Committee to discuss corporate tax reform.
Next Issue of Middle Market Growth Coming Soon!
Don’t miss the latest issue of Middle Market Growth−including the cover story of the comeback of the once-bankrupt Polaroid Corp., along with coverage of distressed investing in the middle market, policy updates and more.
Investing in a Rental Nation (VIDEO)
A panel of experts discusses the room for rental growth in gateway cities, the rise institutional ownership of single-family homes, and developments in close-in suburbs.
‘Need to Know’ is the New ‘Nice to Know’ (VIDEO)
Three private equity experts argue for the centrality of the CFO and finance team in the operational improvement of portfolio companies.