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💼💻 Private equity + Software companies = Acquisition dream team! $36 billion was poured into software acquisitions by private equity firms in the last 5 years! 🚀 But, we've seen a recent slowdown. 📉 Factors? Dips in software investment and M&A, changing valuations, overpaying in the boom times. 💸 Yet, some private equity firms keep making waves. 🌊 Vista Equity Partners bagged Pipedrive and Gainsight, and Thoma Bravo scooped up Flexera. Remember Hellman & Friedman's Checkmarx purchase?💥 Big deals were hotter a few years ago, but the show's not over. 🎢 Keep an eye out for more juicy acquisitions and the software industry's next moves! 🎯 #PrivateEquity #SoftwareIndustry #Acquisitions #InvestmentOpportunities

Investing Note made waves early this year with Shareinvestor announcing its merger with Investing Note. This merger valued the merged entity north of $30M. I have known Shanison for many years. Shanison, having hit a rough patch in the early years of Investing Note’s inception, has emerged significantly stronger than before. This is extremely encouraging to me. Being a remisier, I am self-employed and I am always thinking of how to manage my business in the most efficient and value adding way to my clients. In business, there are always different seasons in doing business. As long as we harvest in autumn and plan for the upcoming winter (e.g. keep some cash as buffer), we will be well prepared to thrive in winter, and scale / expand our business in spring (due to reduced competition as some competitors may not have survived the winter). Kudos to Shanison, and his team (e.g. Ethan) and others at Investing Note 😊

Private equity firms clinched more than $30 billion of deals around the world last week, raising hopes for a recovery in M&A. TPG and CVC announced two acquisitions apiece, while Brookfield and EQT moved forward with major buyouts of public companies. Advent, Cinven and PAI all announced significant divestments, showing they can still return capital to investors at a time when many exits are floundering. Read more to find out why bankers are getting hopeful: https://lnkd.in/edHdUFfB from Swetha Gopinath and Dinesh Nair

Things are looking up! In the past 6 months of this year, IPO activity reached its highest point in two years, with 39 IPOs raising a total of $8.9 billion. The number is lower than many expected, but great news, showing a growing investor interest in new issuers, despite the cautious approach to valuations. The front runner was cruise operator Viking, with the quarter’s only billion-dollar IPO among 20 companies that raised $100 million or more. The tech sector is slowly bouncing back, highlighted by early IPOs from VC-backed companies like Rubrik and Ibotta, despite initial lukewarm reception. The larger $100+ million deals posted an impressive 17% return on average. While IPO filings continued at a sluggish pace, the entry of several larger issuers into the pipeline suggests more activity ahead. Despite the slower-than-expected spring rebound, the IPO market made notable progress in Q2. With 6 months left of the year, I’m looking forward to more IPOs to come. 

Kimberly Foss, CFP®, CPWA®, founder and president of Empyrion Wealth Management, knew she wanted to find a merger partner with compatible business practices, culture and philosophy. That, of course, was easier said than done — but she eventually found the right firm to move forward with in Mercer Advisors. Advisors looking for the next steps in continuity or succession planning in their own careers can learn a great deal from Foss' journey. Here's her story. #financialadvisors #RIAs #mergersandacquisitions

Navigating the Financial Landscape: 'Initial Public Offering (IPO)’ As companies make their grand entrance into the stock market, you have the exclusive opportunity to become a part of their vision and growth. Navigate the financial landscape with confidence, exploring a diverse array of IPOs, and seize the chance to be at the forefront of innovation and prosperity. Unlock the potential of IPOs as a gateway to new ventures and witness the birth of promising enterprises that could shape the future of industries. #NMBCapital #nmbcapitallimited #FinanceFriday

Intriguing news in finance! 🌟 Capital One's acquisition of Discover has caught attention, and it's fascinating how HG Insights spotted this trend early. 📊 Our robust data set dives deep into market dynamics, revealing insights that precede mainstream recognition. Through intent data, we've noted Capital One's & Discovers trending shift towards mergers and acquisitions, offering valuable foresight for businesses. Our data empowers informed decisions in a dynamic market. Stay tuned for more insights as HG decodes the business world. 💡 #HGInsights #Finance #DataAnalysis

An exit strategy is often futile - unless you walk the IPO road. Good companies are not sold. They are bought. Obsess on adding value and standing out in your market. Everything else is noise.

Do you feel that? It's the cool breeze of the IPO window opening up... In recent years, the initial public offering (IPO) market has experienced fluctuations with periods of heightened activity followed by a lull in new listings. However, there are now promising indications that the IPO window may be opening up once again, presenting opportunities for companies seeking to go public and investors eager to participate in their growth stories. Read more ⬇️⬇️ - If you found this helpful, consider reposting 🔁 and don't forget to ➕ follow John S. Rodriguez for more content like this. #IPO #IPOMarket

Reflecting on a Transformative Workshop Experience! Recently, I had the privilege of attending a workshop that delved deep into the intricacies of financial modeling, M&A (Mergers & Acquisitions), and IPO (Initial Public Offering) simulations by AmplifyME. The hands-on approach and real-world scenarios presented were both challenging and incredibly insightful. While the simulations tested my understanding and pushed my boundaries, they also illuminated the complexities and nuances of the financial world in a way that was both engaging and enlightening. The practical valuation Excel skills plus the presentation skills we have put in are going to be very helpful in my future endeavors. A big shoutout to Stephen Barnett, Silvia Magni for curating such a comprehensive and practical experience. Also, to IE University for the amazing opportunity to attend to this kind of experiences. I'm walking away with a wealth of knowledge and a renewed passion for the financial sector. For anyone looking to deepen their understanding of finance, I highly recommend workshops like these. The learnings are invaluable! #FinancialModeling #WorkshopExperience #MandA #IPO #ContinuousLearning