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An Update on the Global M&A Picture

July 30, 2024

Global M&A Activity Rebounds in Q2 2024 Every now and then we do a review of the global mergers and acquisitions picture (M&A). This is that reviewed based on a recent report out of private equity data provider Pitchbook. The second quarter of 2024 marked a significant turning point for the global M&A market. After […]

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Performance Analysis of Private Markets in North America: Q4 2023 and Preliminary Q1 2024 Insights

July 16, 2024

Private equity data provider Pitchbook recently released their Q4 2023 benchmarks report, with preliminary data for Q1 2024. It provides a fascinating review on the state of the private equity and venture capital markets. Here’s a review. Expanded Benchmarks and Methodology PitchBook has expanded its benchmarks to include additional slices based on fund strategy and […]

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The Global Private Capital Fundraising Landscape

July 2, 2024

The 2024 Global Private Capital Fundraising Report by SS&C Intralinks reveals a landscape characterized by resilience and strategic adaptation in response to economic fluctuations and market challenges. In 2023, global fundraising surpassed expectations, breaking the $1 trillion threshold with $1.3 trillion raised across 3,411 funds. This marked a shift from the exuberance of the pandemic […]

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Private Equity’s Middle Market is Alive and Well

June 18, 2024

Every quarter private equity data provider Pitchbook releases their accounting of the different market segments. Here’s a review of what they found for private equity’s (PE) middle market. Executive Summary In Q1 2024, US PE middle-market dealmaking showed a slight improvement over Q1 2023, following a peak of activity in Q4 2023. The increase in […]

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The Deceptive Nature of Early Stage Valuations

June 4, 2024

In the fast-paced world of startups and venture capital, early stage valuations often serve as a tantalizing yet sometimes deceptive beacon. While they provide a snapshot of a startup’s perceived value, these valuations are rife with assumptions, inflated expectations, and strategic maneuvering that can sometimes mislead founders, investors, and the market. Sometimes when put to […]

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The Most Actives in the First Quarter

May 21, 2024

The Most Actives in the First Quarter Every quarter, private equity data provider Pitchbook releases what they call their “Global League Tables.” The report is essentially an accounting of the top investment firms through the reported quarter. Which companies show up on top for the first quarter of 2024? Here’s a look. The Most Active […]

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What are the odds of getting acquired?

May 7, 2024

Every private equity investor knows that most startups go bust. The rate of busting is so high that sometimes it’s a miracle that early-stage companies continue to attract well-funded, eyes-wide-open, successful investors. Why would an investor put money into startups? Well, there is, of course, the chance that an investment will explode into the next […]

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Where are the World’s Top Startup Cities?

April 23, 2024

It’s a forgone conclusion that startups fare better in some cities compared to others. Private equity data provider Pitchbook is out with a new take on the world’s top startup cities. Can you guess the top 10? Here’s the geographic view. The Top 10 Which cities make up the top 10? Here’s the view based […]

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What’s Up with the Labor Market?

April 9, 2024

On Friday, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released their monthly jobs report. As has been widely reported, the net new jobs created blew through expectations at 303,000 net new jobs in March. The better-than-expected jobs number begs the question – How healthy is the American labor market? Here are five charts to address […]

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Taking a Look at Private Debt

March 26, 2024

In recent years, investors have taken a shine to private debt. Given the increased interest, here’s a review according to a recent report out of private equity data provider Pitchbook. The Broader Picture The first view is the broader picture of returns for 2023. Loans, as measured by Morningstar’s LSTA Index, performed well, up 13% […]

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