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udu, Inc's Rett Crocker urges a look beyond EBITDA to assess acquisition targets

In a time rife with uncertainty for investors, dealmakers see the value in taking a more targeted approach in searching for acquisitions. Rett Crocker, CEO of the software company udu, Inc, says this should include looking beyond strict quant criteria such as EBITDA when assessing targets and looking for the right fit for a roll up or add-on strategy. In this episode, Crocker outlines how business development professionals can use machine learning and data analytics to enhance their deal flow.


This episode is brought to you by udu, Inc, whose software platform helps PE firms automate the identification and analysis of new acquisition targets. Learn more at udu.co.

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