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Why Growth is Important to Private Equity

Business Sales M&A

One of the main premises behind a Private Equity Group (PEG) acquisition is to use debt to amplify the returns on the equity portion of it. In layman’s terms, equity is the down payment the PEG makes for an acquisition while the rest of the funds are provided in the form of debt from banks and other lenders.

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The Full Guide to Healthcare Private Equity, from Careers to Contradictions

Brian DeChesare

When you hear the words “healthcare private equity,” two thoughts probably come to mind: Wait a minute, isn’t healthcare a risky/growth-oriented sector? Before delving into these nuances, we should take a step back and define the sector: Definitions: What is a Healthcare Private Equity Firm? Why do PE firms operate there?

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REAG vs. Business Broker

Scott Mashuda

Investment Bank vs. Business Broker: Which Should You Choose? When it comes to growing your business , enhancing your capabilities or transferring ownership , as an investment bank, REAG empowers clients to exceed expectations and achieve their objectives. Let us know if we can help you. .

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Oil & Gas Investment Banking: The First Victim of the ESG Cult?

Brian DeChesare

With the possible exception of FIG , oil & gas investment banking generates the highest number of panicked emails and questions. But before delving into the exit opportunities and the long-term outlook, let’s start with the fundamentals: Oil & Gas Investment Banking Defined. Recruiting into Oil & Gas Investment Banking.

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Axial Releases the Top 25 Lower Middle Market Investment Banks for Q2 2022

Benzinga

09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Axial, the online M&A platform connecting buyers and sellers of American small and medium-sized businesses, has released its Q2 2022 Lower Middle Market Investment Banking League Tables. Access the Q2 2022 Lower Middle Market Investment Banking League Tables. "The Average EBITDA was $3.8M.

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2022 End-of-Year Reader Q&A: Bank and School Rankings, the “New Normal” Environment, Twitter and Other Bad Deals, and Plans for Next Year

Brian DeChesare

Just look at the financial markets, the crypto meltdown, deal volume at banks, inflation, energy prices, Russia/Ukraine, supply chains, and the hiring environment in tech and finance. But let’s start with my favorite topic: “ranking” banks, schools, and maybe a TV series or three. Bank, School, Dragon, and TV Rankings.

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Private Equity Value Creation: Equally Viable Alternative to PE Deal Teams?

Brian DeChesare

Private equity value creation came on my radar a few years ago when I noticed something: Even though traditional PE deal roles were not doing well, “operational” or “value creation” teams still seemed to be recruiting. What Does the Private Equity Value Creation Team Do in Real Life? Why is PE Value Creation Suddenly “Hot”?

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