Hampered by Uncertainty, Fed Stays Rates
Improving trade conditions and rising risks to global health contributed to a hazy outlook that led the Federal Reserve to leave interest rates unchanged.
Sectors
Huron Capital’s Quest to Build a Safety Services Giant
Fragmentation and a lack of midsize competitors in building safety services presented an opportunity for the Detroit-based private equity firm, which has operated its own buy-and-build platform since 2015.
Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup
More members of Congress want opportunity zones to spread the wealth, the SEC is criticized for lack of diversity, and a commissioner prepares to step down.
Where Will All This Infrastructure Money Go?
As the promise of government-led construction projects goes unanswered, plenty of opportunities exist for private equity firms looking to invest in infrastructure, writes PitchBook Founder and CEO John Gabbert.
Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup
The DOL issued a finalized version of the joint-employer rulemaking in which ACG and other organizations were recognized for work that helped amend the standard.
Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup
The DOL and NLRB move closer to finalizing changes to the joint-employer rule, an aide is expected to succeed an SEC commissioner, and the HFSC releases its January meeting schedule.
Bridging the 21st Century
Vertical Bridge is laying the groundwork for wireless connectivity across the U.S. backing from private equity and Canadian pension plan CDPQ.
Investing in the New Age of Infrastructure
The January edition of MMG looks at trends impacting infrastructure and construction and how the middle market is helping to effect change in these industries.
ACG Urges SEC to Simplify Rules for Raising Capital
MMG spoke with Scott Gluck, special counsel at Duane Morris LLP, about comments ACG submitted to the SEC in September.
Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup
The SEC approved a proposal to expand accredited investor status, the Department of Labor changed overtime regulations, and the House reauthorized its fintech task force.