Dealmaker Q&A: Heckens & Wood on Their Acquisition of FortifyIT
Tim Wood talks what the firm looks for in IT investments and its common-sense approach to cybersecurity
Business and Financial Services
HR Entices Acquirers with Diverse, Fragmented Market
As operators turn to HR solutions to address pressing talent shortages and shifting employee demands, dealmakers say there is plenty of runway to consolidate, diversify platform offerings and build value
Mid-Market PE Appetite for Business Services Dips
A look at the numbers from GF Data reveals a decline in PE-backed business services acquisition valuations
Private Equity and Insurance Partnering Again
After a dip, private equity’s investment in insurance returns amid demand for new tech and other tailwinds
Private Equity GPs Warm to Stake Sales
Deciding to sell is often a tough choice for middle-market PE firms, but an evolving market can make striking a deal an attractive move
Private Equity Uncovers the Money in Money Management
In recent years, PE interest in accounting and financial advisory firms has spiked. Experts explain why
Dealmaker Q&A: Truelink Capital on Acquiring Ansira
Luke Myers of Truelink shares what made marketing business Ansira a strategic fit for the firm’s investment criteria and why he’s optimistic about AI
Delivering Dividends: Investing in Accounting Firms
Koltin Consulting Group dives into the M&A opportunity of accounting firms
Franchise Investors Unlock Revenue Beyond Royalties
From packaged food to home services, the franchise model offers enticing rewards for investors
PE-Focused Fintech Unlocks a Multitasking Opportunity for Acquirers
Specialization among fintech innovators gives a chance for private equity investors to adopt the solutions they acquire