Acquirers Remain Thirsty for Craft Beer

By Emily Kuznik | December 22, 2023

Selective Thirst Leads to Strategic M&A The craft brewery and alcoholic beverage industry saw continued consolidation in 4Q23, driven by strategic buyers aiming to expand geographic reach, diversify product portfolios,…

Is the Stated Purchase Price the Real Deal?

By nmd.admin | December 5, 2023
Is the Stated Purchase Price the Real Deal?

Consider this scenario: the owner has identified the best buyer for their company and they are in agreement with respect to business value. With that said, how will the business…

Is Private Equity the Right Ticket for Your Business?

By nmd.admin | November 27, 2023

When selling your business, there are several types of buyer candidates that may be interested in purchasing your company. More specifically, privately-held companies may see interest from corporations (strategic buyers), management…

Leveraged Finance Update 3Q23

By nmd.admin | November 27, 2023

Market Performance and Lending Trends The third quarter of 2023 witnessed a notable rebound in the US leveraged loan market, despite looming economic challenges such as a narrowly avoided government…

Glass Manufacturing: Construction Demand to Set Industry Pace

By nmd.admin | November 15, 2023

Market Shifts and Economic Dynamics The glass manufacturing sector is facing significant changes as it navigates post-pandemic economic fluctuations. In the wake of declining commercial construction and high-interest rates, the…

Q & A: The Ins and Outs of Periodic Valuations

By nmd.admin | November 10, 2023
Q&A: The Ins and Outs of Periodic Valuations

Many business owners only think about the value of their company on an incident basis, i.e., when they are weighing a major transaction such as a sale, considering estate planning,…

10 Characteristics of Difficult-to-Value Companies | Part Two

By nmd.admin | November 9, 2023
10 Characteristics of Difficult-to-Value Companies | Part Two

Last time, we discussed five of the 10 characteristics of difficult-to-value companies. As previously mentioned, the valuation process is dynamic based on varying factors, including prevailing market conditions, operating results (where…

10 Characteristics of Difficult-to-Value Companies | Part One

By nmd.admin | November 9, 2023
10 Characteristics of Difficult-to-Value Companies | Part One

Valuing a business is rarely a cut and dried process. In fact, it is typically a complex process that is driven in large part by the subjective evaluation of company…

The Valuation Continuum: Unlocking a Higher Multiple Range in Your Industry

By nmd.admin | November 8, 2023
The Valuation Continuum: Unlocking a Higher Multiple Range in Your Industry

When owners are considering the sale of their company, there are two important questions they should ask: What is my company worth? and Who are the best buyers? The answers…

What is Fair Market Value – and How Does the Owner Achieve It in the Sale of Their Company? 

By nmd.admin | November 7, 2023
What is Fair Market Value – and How Does the Owner Achieve it in the Sale of Their Company?

Business owners know a lot about their companies, right down to the minute details of their day-to-day operations, customers, marketing, payroll and personnel. However, they often do not know one of the…