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Tax Changes Could Impact Private Equity in 2020

January 31, 2020 Kathryn Mulligan

Here are three critical tax issues expected to impact private equity, along with suggestions for how firms and their portfolio companies should approach them to avoid potential pitfalls.

Policy Updates

Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup

January 30, 2020 Kathryn Mulligan

Proposed rulemaking would roll back some Volcker Rule restrictions on banks, the Treasury's watchdog is investigating opportunity zones, and more.

Business and Financial Services

Creative Applications of Sale-Leasebacks

January 30, 2020 Kathryn Mulligan

Sale-leasebacks allow a company flexibility within its capital structure to redeploy capital into the core business, reduce long- and short-term debt, make distributions, and fund new developments or remodels.

Policy Updates

Hampered by Uncertainty, Fed Stays Rates

January 30, 2020 Kathryn Mulligan

Improving trade conditions and rising risks to global health contributed to a hazy outlook that led the Federal Reserve to leave interest rates unchanged.

Deal Stage

ACG Cincinnati Helps Executives Find Their Next Role

January 27, 2020 Kathryn Mulligan

For members of the C-suite, finding a new position can be a lengthy process. But ACG Cincinnati offers education and networking that can help lead executives to their next role.

Manufacturing and Industrials

Huron Capital’s Quest to Build a Safety Services Giant

January 24, 2020 Kathryn Mulligan

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.

Creating an Inclusive Firm Culture

January 23, 2020 Kathryn Mulligan

Building and retaining a diverse team takes leadership prioritization, time and tenacity. Here’s how to get started.

Policy Updates

Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup

January 22, 2020 Kathryn Mulligan

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.