Cooley M&A

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Since that post, the Delaware Chancery Court has had the opportunity to consider some preliminary issues relating to certain of those jeopardized transactions involving private equity-backed buyers.

Debt Financing 40

Debt Financing Finance Equity Private Equity Firm 40

Law 360 M&A

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Given the growth of private debt funds, new entrants in the market and equity markets remaining sluggish, more borrowers are turning to venture debt financing, with long-standing venture funds offering flexibility and expertise without the risks of larger banks, says Jennifer Post at Thompson Coburn.

Equity 40

Equity Debt Financing Marketability Banking 40

Benchmark Report

MARCH 15, 2022

Capital markets drive capital to areas of innovation and positive growth, creating jobs and fueling economies. In the US, capital markets fund 73% of all economic activity. This takes the form of equity and debt financing of non-financial companies.

Debt Financing 52

Debt Financing Marketability Banking Finance 52

Lighter Capital

MAY 13, 2024

As non-dilutive funding solutions attract more interest from SaaS entrepreneurs, venture capital (VC) investors are seeing an increasing number of startups who have used them for their growth and working capital needs, many times combining revenue-based financing (RBF) with a term loan, or other types of debt financing.

Finance 105

Finance Venture Capital Fund Debt Financing Equity 105

Valutico

MAY 19, 2025

The core idea behind relative valuation is to estimate a company’s value by comparing it to similar companies based on how the market prices their financial metrics. EV typically includes Market Capitalization, Debt, Minority Interest, and Preferred Equity, minus Cash & Cash Equivalents. What is EV/EBITDA?

EBITDA 52

EBITDA Enterprise Value Capital Structure EBIT 52

Andrew Stolz

AUGUST 6, 2020

The optimal capital structure of a firm is the right combination of equity and debt financing. It allows the firm to have a minimum cost of capital while having the maximum market value. The lesser the cost of capital, the more the market value of the company. Cost of debt. Cost of equity .

Capital Structure 52

Capital Structure Debt Financing Equity Financing Finance 52

Andrew Stolz

AUGUST 6, 2020

The basic theory assumes a perfectly efficient market, without issues of taxes and other financial costs. The first proposition of the M&M says that the value of leveraged firms (capital structure with a mix of debt and equity) and unleveraged firms (capital structure with only equity) are the same.

Debt Financing 52

Debt Financing Capital Structure Equity Finance 52

Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 26, 2024

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have long been strategic maneuvers for companies seeking growth, market dominance, or increased efficiency. As organizations embark on these transformative journeys, one critical aspect that demands meticulous consideration is the financing model.

Finance 59

Finance Debt Financing Equity Financing Equity 59

Reynolds Holding

JUNE 3, 2024

By the end of 2022, add-on acquisitions represented more than 76% of all private-equity-backed buyouts, which was a significant increase compared to a decade earlier. As markets recover in 2024 and beyond, overall private equity deal activity is expected to pick up. This post comes to us from Goodwin Procter LLP.

Equity 45

Equity EBITDA Debt Financing Equity Financing 45

Sun Acquisitions

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Traditional financing methods may seem risky or unfeasible when markets are volatile or unpredictable. However, amidst these challenges lie opportunities for creativity and innovation in financing solutions. This form of financing can be handy when traditional debt financing is unavailable or insufficient.

Finance 59

Finance Debt Financing Equity Capital Structure 59

Global Finance

JUNE 13, 2025

“If someone owns a land parcel where data-center development is feasible, then the value of that land is significantly higher than it would be absent that demand,” says Tim McGuire, senior director of Project Finance at Rowan Digital Infrastructure, a developer and builder of data centers in the US.

Finance 66

Finance Private Equity Firm Debt Financing Equity 66

Reynolds Holding

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Over recent decades, and especially since the 2007-2008 global financial crisis (GFC), the corporate finance markets have changed considerably. First, there is more corporate debt now than ever. billion financing for Finastra and €4.5 billion financing for Adevinta ASA. The private credit market has reached $1.6

Equity 49

Equity Corporate Finance Finance Banking 49

Sun Acquisitions

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Growth and Expansion: If your primary objective is to expand your business and penetrate new markets, your financial strategy should reflect this ambition. Consider options such as raising capital through equity financing or securing a bank loan to fund your expansion plans.

Debt Financing 59

Debt Financing Equity Financing Finance Equity 59

Harvard Corporate Governance

JANUARY 30, 2024

fair value accounting) affect equity markets, it remains largely unexplored in debt markets. In a forthcoming article in the Journal of Accounting and Economics , we study the consequences of accounting quality for debt contracting when banks compete to extend loans.

Banking 109

Banking Equity Marketability Debt Financing 109

Scott Mashuda

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Although headlines suggest a slowdown in M&A activity, the lower middle market continues to be very active. For entrepreneurs who have been considering “taking some chips off the table” or transitioning ownership of their businesses, despite rising debt costs, financial multiples remain strong in the lower middle market.

EBITDA 89

EBITDA Equity Marketability Debt Financing 89

Lighter Capital

SEPTEMBER 9, 2023

Whether your startup just launched, has been in the market for a few years, or has grown to millions in sales, at some point, it will need funding to accelerate growth. Startups have traditionally sold a portion of their company (equity ownership) to a business partner — typically a venture capital (VC) firm — to raise growth capital.

Finance 96

Finance Equity Start-ups Marketability 96

Sun Acquisitions

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Business acquisition can be a game-changer, opening doors to new markets, technologies, and revenue streams. However, mastering the art of business acquisition involves more than just signing a deal; it requires careful planning, tailored strategies, and astute financing choices.

Finance 59

Finance Debt Financing Equity Financing Equity 59

Benchmark Report

JULY 1, 2022

First, the financing needs to be raised with consideration of the company's operating cash flows. For example, if the business uses debt financing, it should have sufficient funds to cover the interest and repay the debt.

Debt Financing 52

Debt Financing Finance Equity Financing Banking 52

Scott Mashuda

OCTOBER 10, 2024

This pivot from an inflation-focused stance to one prioritizing employment has opened up a world of opportunities, particularly in the lower middle market. This sentiment, coupled with the rate cuts, sets the stage for a potentially vibrant acquisition market.

Finance 83

Finance Marketability Private Equity Firm Debt Financing 83

IT Valuations

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Here are some key takeaways in the state of the market for IT services firms for 2023 and beyond : Demand is there but buyers are nervous. Private equity interest in buying tech firms hasn’t waned much. Private equity interest in buying tech firms hasn’t waned much.

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Marketability Private Equity Firm Debt Financing Equity 40

Reynolds Holding

MAY 29, 2024

Since the global financial crisis of 2007-2008, the corporate finance markets have been dramatically transformed. Most notable has been the rise of non-traditional providers of debt finance such as private credit funds, which now aggressively compete with traditional finance providers like commercial banks.

Corporate Finance 53

Corporate Finance Finance Banking Equity 53

Lighter Capital

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

For tech startups that need capital to grow fast when opportunity arises, there are two main funding paths to choose from: debt and equity. Equity funding from angel investors or venture firms, which requires selling a stake in the company in exchange for capital, is seen as high-risk, high-reward, and it comes with a certain prestige.

Debt Financing 52

Debt Financing Finance Start-ups Equity 52

Lighter Capital

APRIL 17, 2024

In the fast-paced tech world, startups and equity dilution are nearly inseparable. Cash-strapped founders can use their equity to raise capital, compensate advisors, and attract the talent they need to turn a clever idea into a successful business. These days, equity capital is as expensive as it is elusive.

Equity 52

Equity Finance Debt Financing Start-ups 52

Brian DeChesare

JULY 5, 2023

Plenty of mainstream sites and services like the Financial Times, Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, Refinitiv, and Merger Market publish these league tables in different formats each year. League tables are primarily marketing tools for banks. Here are a few examples, which took approximately 1.6 50 transactions), or fees (e.g., $200

Banking 52

Banking Marketability Start-ups Equity 52

Benzinga

JUNE 8, 2023

Kreos offers growth and venture debt financing to companies in the technology and healthcare industries. BlackRock Inc (NYSE: BLK ) announced a deal to acquire Kreos Capital for undisclosed terms. Kreos is headquartered in London and its 45-person team will join BlackRock as part of the transaction.

Debt Financing 52

Debt Financing Finance Technology Equity 52

Equidam

AUGUST 5, 2024

There are two main categories of convertible instrument: Convertible Notes, a form of debt with interest payments until the point of conversion, and SAFEs which are quite literally simple agreements for future equity. A valuation cap is a ceiling on the price at which the investment will convert to equity. What is a cap?

Equity 64

Equity Start-ups Debt Financing Finance 64

Equilest

JANUARY 8, 2023

Modigliani-Miller Theorem in the no-tax world states that the value of a firm is independent of its capital structure, meaning that the mix of debt and equity used by the firm has no effect on its overall value. . . . Firm A has a higher proportion of debt financing, while Firm B has a higher proportion of equity financing.

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Weighted Average Cost of Capital Business Valuation Capital Structure Debt Financing 40

Equilest

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Leveraged Buyouts (LBOs) are powerful tools in the financial world, used by private equity firms and savvy investors to maximize returns. Introduction Leveraged Buyouts (LBOs) are some of the most intriguing yet complex mechanisms in corporate finance. Over five years, operational improvements and market growth increase ABC Corp.'

Private Equity Firm 40

Private Equity Firm EBITDA Debt Financing Equity 40

Equilest

JANUARY 25, 2025

How to Value a Convertible Loan: A Comprehensive Guide Convertible loans are a critical instrument in the financial world, often bridging the gap between equity and debt financing. A convertible loan is a debt instrument that includes an option to convert the loan into equity under specified conditions.

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Discounted Cash Flow Equity Debt Financing Equity Financing 40

Reynolds Holding

JULY 22, 2024

Sustainable debt financing—bonds issued to support projects that benefit the environment or social welfare—has skyrocketed over the past decade, rising from a niche market to a trillion-dollar business. Corporations may also seek to brand themselves as green, sustainable, environmentally conscious, or socially conscious.

Finance 45

Finance Debt Financing Marketability Equity 45

Valutico

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Different types of discount rates such as risk-free rate, cost of equity, or cost of debt, are used contextually in financial analysis. Cost of Equity: The cost of equity represents the return required by equity investors to compensate them for the risk of owning a company’s shares.

Discounted Cash Flow 52

Discounted Cash Flow Risk Premium Risk-free Rate Beta 52

Class VI Partner

AUGUST 4, 2022

The (Likely) Recession and M&A Inflation, rising interest rates, geopolitical conflicts, and continued supply chain constraints have taken their toll on the public markets. The question is especially pertinent on the heels of a record year in the M&A market.

EBITDA 52

EBITDA Debt Financing Equity Marketability 52

Valutico

APRIL 17, 2023

Determining a company’s “Cost of Capital” is vital in corporate finance and valuation, and the Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) provides a specific way of doing so. These costs are then combined into a “weighted average” which represents the overall cost of financing a business.

Weighted Average Cost of Capital 52

Weighted Average Cost of Capital Discounted Cash Flow Beta Risk-free Rate 52

Valutico

APRIL 17, 2023

Determining a company’s “Cost of Capital” is vital in corporate finance and valuation, and the Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) provides a specific way of doing so. These costs are then combined into a “weighted average” which represents the overall cost of financing a business.

Weighted Average Cost of Capital 52

Weighted Average Cost of Capital Discounted Cash Flow Beta Risk-free Rate 52

Valutico

APRIL 12, 2023

Determining a company’s “Cost of Capital” is vital in corporate finance and valuation, and the Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) provides a specific way of doing so. These costs are then combined into a “weighted average” which represents the overall cost of financing a business.

Weighted Average Cost of Capital 52

Weighted Average Cost of Capital Discounted Cash Flow Beta Risk-free Rate 52

Lighter Capital

SEPTEMBER 9, 2023

Whether your startup just launched, has been in the market for a few years, or has grown to millions in sales, at some point, it will need funding to accelerate growth. Startups have traditionally sold a portion of their company (equity ownership) to a business partner — typically a venture capital (VC) firm — to raise growth capital.

Finance 52

Finance Equity Start-ups Marketability 52

Simply Treasury

AUGUST 2, 2022

The idea is not new to encourage companies to increase their capitalization and reduce their bank debt (partly through more recourse to the capital market - CMU project). DEBRA Proposal (« Debt-Equity Bias Reduction Allowance). As always, the best can very quickly become the enemy of the good.

Equity 52

Equity Risk Premium Banking Finance 52