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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Top 5 Reasons You Should Hire a Generalist Investment Banker
Industry Expertise Travis Borden Industry Expertise Travis Borden

Top 5 Reasons You Should Hire a Generalist Investment Banker

Hiring a generalist investment banker instead of an industry specialist investment banker might be the best decision you could make to ensure a successful business sale or capital raise. Generalist investment banking advisory firms bring broad transaction experience, offer creative deal strategies, and have access to a wide network of buyers, investors and partners.

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Leveraged Buyout (LBO) Primer
Industry Expertise Guest User Industry Expertise Guest User

Leveraged Buyout (LBO) Primer

What is a Leveraged Buyout (LBO)? What are the ideal financial characteristics of a LBO target company in the eyes of private equity investors and family offices? Leveraged buyouts (LBO) are a type of acquisition where investors finance the purchase of a target company through a combination of debt financing and equity capital.

Keene Advisors helps to explain and illustrate the LBO process.

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Mergers & Acquisitions: 5 Steps to Take When Selling Your Business
Mergers and Acquisitions, M&A Adrienne Penake Mergers and Acquisitions, M&A Adrienne Penake

Mergers & Acquisitions: 5 Steps to Take When Selling Your Business

Want to sell your business? You may need help figuring out where to start. Our team outlines 5 steps to prepare your business for sale:

Get your business in order, measure your KPIs, position your company for maximize valuation, understand the tax implications for the business owners, and select the right M&A advisor to help you sell your business.

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