Middle Market Mergers and Acquisitions by Colonnade Advisors MM M&A 023: The Market is Hot - Is it Time to Sell?
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Feb 3, 2022 The discussion highlights the bustling M&A landscape driven by private equity's capital surge and impending tax changes. Key strategies for business owners looking to sell or exit highlight the importance of timing and leveraging partnerships. A focus on growth equity reveals its rising prominence as businesses seek expansion funds. The challenges facing smaller firms in a consolidating market emphasize the need for strong financial backing. Insights on maximizing company value unveil essential approaches for navigating the current opportunities.
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LP Allocations Keep Feeding Private Markets
- Limited partners are increasing private market allocations, sending more capital to PE funds.
- That trend will sustain deal demand even if public markets slow down.
Private Debt Expanded Leverage Options
- Private debt funds have grown and now compete with banks to fuel leveraged deals.
- The broad availability of debt makes financing acquisitions accessible across the middle market.
De‑Risk By Taking Chips Off The Table
- Take chips off the table to diversify personal net worth if much wealth is tied to your business.
- Use partial sales or minority stakes to stay involved while reducing personal concentration risk.