“Do’s” and “Don’ts” of Running the Company During the Sale

By nmd.admin | January 24, 2024
Dos and Don'ts of Running the Company During the Sale

Hooray! The owner signed a letter of intent to sell their company. Now the task of “soup to nuts” diligence begins – accounting quality of earnings, document accumulation, strategy and integration meetings, documentation. . . . The post…

3Q 2023 Private Equity in the Middle Market

By nmd.admin | January 17, 2024

Navigating Middle Market Economic Headwinds The Middle Market private equity space faced significant challenges in 3Q 2023 as rising interest rates and limited access to debt created bottlenecks in deal-making.…

Value of an Active Board of Advisors

By nmd.admin | January 9, 2024

It’s lonely at the top! Countless times business owners have said: “I have no one to talk to.” If the owner discusses their business with others, it is often ad hoc rather than regular, organized discussions. In addition, the owner may not feel…

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…