As Consumer Preferences Evolve, So Does M&A
Branded goods and the companies that make them are changing at a rapid pace—and so are M&A deals and trends.
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Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup
A second stimulus package gains traction, the SBA will begin forgiving tens of thousands of PPP loans, and Trump signs a stopgap budget deal.
Best Practices for Acquiring a Business After COVID-19
Now that businesses have endured an unprecedented global crisis, it's important to approach a purchase with an array of diligence tools.
Private Equity Perspectives on Animal Care in the Pandemic
Kimberly T. Smith, a partner at law firm Katten, joins the podcast to discuss survey findings about private equity activity in the animal care sector.
Under the Influence
Influencer marketing firms are receiving more attention from private equity and other strategic investors as they grow in size.
Investment Experts Urge SEC to Adopt Stricter Protections for New PE Investors
With more retail investors expected to participate in private equity funds, some experts worry existing protections aren't enough.
Even Now, Reasons for Hope
Stress experienced during the pandemic may reveal that old models of customer management, culture, supply chain, operations and human capital are ripe for innovation.
Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup
The House approves a stopgap budget to prevent a government shutdown, and some businesses are feeling the pinch without a stimulus plan.
Resilient Pet Industry Shows Private Equity Is Barking up the Right Tree
Investors are scooping up companies serving a growing pet market in hopes of capitalizing on an industry expected to withstand an economic downturn.
Cannabis M&A in a Tough Spot
The current downturn hasn't been kind to the cannabis industry. Many expect it to be the end of many small businesses, while larger players acquire upstarts for cheap.
