Why Middle-Market Deals Fail After the Term Sheet
For founders considering a transaction, understanding why deals break down can be the difference between closing and walking away empty-handed
The Micro Clues That Could Win the Deal
Microexpressions expert Annie Sarnblad joins the podcast
PE Weekly: Dealmakers Target the Enterprise—and the Workforce
From office of the CFO recruiting services to coworking spaces, middle-market M&A targets employers and employees with tech and services
What Your Brand Signals to Buyers Before You Ever Speak
Brand shouldn’t be a post-deal afterthought. Huebner Marketing examines the role brand plays in setting the tone for M&A.
Behind the Curtain: Inside DealMAX with Kate Weaver
ACG's Kate Weaver takes you behind the scenes of DealMAX
PE Weekly: Consumers Come Back into Focus for Dealmakers
Retail, consumer products, and consumer-adjacent service providers drive M&A volume
On the Move: February 2026 Hires and Promotions
A look at newly hired or promoted professionals across law firms, private equity firms, and other middle-market M&A partners
Flipping the Script: Inside DealMAX with GF Data’s Ruben Burke and Ryan McCann
While data providers may see M&A conferences as an opportunity to seek out dealmakers, DealMAX flips the script on this dynamic
PE Weekly: Fundraising for Follow-on Investments
Firm closes its continuation fund; plus, tech-enabled business services drive M&A
Midmarket Dealmakers’ Confidence Remains Steady: ACG Survey
ACG’s Q1 Market Pulse Survey finds unwavering, though tepid, confidence in M&A volume over the coming months
