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Madison Street Capital on
October 13th, 2018
Every company must follow its own unique M&A process based on the goals of the merger and the plans of each company. But most M&A deals follow a fairly predictable 10-step trajectory. The general steps are as follows:
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Madison Street Capital on
September 6th, 2018
Exit planning is an ongoing project, not something you can do overnight—or over a year. Ideally, you begin planning for your exit the day you hang out your shingle, since exit planning is a key component of corporate oversight.
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Madison Street Capital on
August 7th, 2018
Valuing your business is an indispensable part of the exit process. But even owners who aren’t planning a sale can gain a lot from a clear business valuation. The task can feel overwhelming, but a few simple considerations can make it more manageable.
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Charles Botchway on
June 20th, 2018
Occasional acquirers don’t spend enough time on acquisitions to be experts at the process. One of the biggest barriers is that they fail to understand the distinction between running a business and acquiring one. Merging two businesses is a categorically different undertaking from running one big company.
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If you're considering an M&A transaction now or in the future, it's important to understand what drives your business's internal value.
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A merger or acquisition can be a stressful undertaking that leaves your head spinning. No matter the reason for the merger, the right strategy is key. The following tips can help you maintain your focus as you navigate the process. You need a pool of experts that includes someone who can speak to every department in your company. You’ll also need external legal support, as well as the guidance of valuation experts, accountants, and investment bankers.
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Madison Street Capital on
June 19th, 2017
The Pharmaceuticals industry (“Pharma”) has been undergoing several developments driving its recent performance. In the years leading up to 2017, revenues consistently grew at an estimated 3.6% each year. Though the economy grew at a slow but steady pace throughout this time, it is likely that the industry’s growth was at least partly thanks to its acyclical nature – people need their medicine regardless of economic conditions – as well as the general aging of the population.
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The U.S. Staffing industry contributes nearly $136 billion to the U.S. economy by providing employment opportunities for approximately 15 million employees each year. The industry is comprised of over 20,000 staffing firms and 16 million staffing employees who provide temporary and contract staffing, recruiting and permanent placement, outsourcing and outplacement, and human resources consulting services. In recent years, temporary jobs in proportion to the national workforce rose to historic levels as employers in most markets remained wary of hiring permanent employees. Some industry analysts suspect that this trend is a temporary shift in preference and full-time jobs will increase as a percentage of the national workforce when economic conditions improved. However, evidence supports the notion that is a structural change as temporary and contract staffing provides employers with greater flexibility and savings in wages and benefits paid.
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Charles Botchway on
November 2nd, 2016
Due Diligence: “Reasonable steps taken by a person to satisfy a legal requirement, especially in buying or selling something.”
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Karl D'Cunha on
September 1st, 2016
Canada remains the United States’ largest trading partner. Despite the downturn in Canada’s natural resources sector, the stalwarts pointed to advantages to M&A activity from the devalued Canadian dollar as well as the nation’s highly educated work force and its universal healthcare system.
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