Navigating the M&A Process: Key Steps to Closing the Sale of Your Business
Mergers and Acquisitions Travis Borden Mergers and Acquisitions Travis Borden

Navigating the M&A Process: Key Steps to Closing the Sale of Your Business

The closing phase of a business sale is one of the most underestimated stages in the M&A process. Executive leadership and M&A advisors work diligently to ensure a smooth, timely close by managing key stakeholders and verifying legal and financial conditions. This helps sellers minimize liability and achieve an optimal outcome.

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Q1-25: M&A Activity Stalling Amid Market Uncertainty
Mergers and Acquisitions, Market Analysis Adrienne Penake Mergers and Acquisitions, Market Analysis Adrienne Penake

Q1-25: M&A Activity Stalling Amid Market Uncertainty

M&A activity showed signs of recovery in late 2024, but market uncertainty in early 2025 has stalled deal momentum. Despite declining borrowing costs and a record $2.6 trillion in private equity dry powder, investor hesitation has grown due to unpredictable trade and economic policies. Companies considering a sale should focus on financial preparedness and operational efficiencies to position themselves for success when dealmaking accelerates.

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From Raising Capital to Generating Returns: The Private Equity Fund Lifecycle
Mergers and Acquisitions Adrienne Penake Mergers and Acquisitions Adrienne Penake

From Raising Capital to Generating Returns: The Private Equity Fund Lifecycle

Private equity funds serve as a critical source of capital for business owners seeking liquidity or looking to grow, scale, or restructure. Understanding the type of private equity fund, the size of the fund, and where a private equity fund is in its life cycle is important when considering a potential investment or acquisition proposal.

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