The grandees of Silicon Valley often view Mergers and Acquisitions through a different lens than much of the rest of the country. Whether due to new technologies supplanting the old, overhyped valuations crashing to earth, errors in judgement, or lack of business acumen, the tech world is rife with the rise and fall of companies …
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What is the Risk to Companies that get Left Behind in the Photonics Industry Consolidation?
In the first and second parts of this series we explored the reasons behind the rapid consolidation of the photonics industry. In this final segment we examine the risks photonics companies run by not seriously considering exiting now when buyers are able and willing to pay premium prices and valuations.
Undercapitalized firms in a consolidating …
Consolidation Drivers in the Photonics Industry
Supply chain pressures
As we all know, global supply chains in just about every industry were severely impacted by the COVID pandemic. Our first installment on this topic can be read here. We continue discussing consolidation drivers in the photonics industry in this second installment. Reliance on foreign supply sources and the prevalence of just-in-time …
Consolidation Heats Up the Photonics Industry
For the past five years at least we have watched the rapid consolidation of the photonics industry. Yet we believe the consolidation of this huge, fast-growing, and highly fragmented international industry is really still in its early stages. There remain thousands of companies around the world ripe for sale or mergers with other companies that …
ESOPs Are an Exit Alternative
It’s estimated that 70% of private businesses in the U.S. never have a successful exit. While overall M&A activity among tire retailers, wholesalers and commercial tire dealerships remains active but noticeably slower, it’s harder for wholesalers and commercial tire dealerships to have a sale event as compared with retailers.
The reasons for this have to …
Building Wealth Over Time: A Roadmap For Commercial Dealers
In the commercial tire business, the quest for profitability can sometimes feel like a struggle. Commercial tire dealers tirelessly serve their demanding customers, often operating on challenging margins. If you find yourself in this position, there are some smart strategies that can help you build wealth over time. In this column, I’ll be exploring real …
The Collision Vision(aries): Six Months into The Collision Vision Podcast
In the realm of collision repair, the past six months have marked a compelling journey for The Collision Vision. As the host of Autobody News' weekly podcast dedicated to the business side of the collision repair industry, I've had the distinct privilege of connecting with industry trailblazers who have cast a penetrating light on the …
Why are Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) crucial to business success?
In our recent articles, FOCUS took a deep dive into the process of identifying and choosing a Cloud Service Provider (CSP) for businesses in a post-pandemic world. Partnering with a strategically selected CSP makes sense on a number of fronts: outsourcing cloud tasks to a CSP allows for greater efficiency, frees up a company’s time …
Why Buyers Are Willing to Pay Up for A Restaurant Brand
The current market creates an interesting dynamic when it comes to restaurant brand owners and how they view selling. Many owners are bearish when discussing a capital related transaction, be it a capital raise, selling a minority stake, or selling their beloved brand creation. More than likely, these restaurant owners have had knowledgeable advisors, but …
Private Equity Firms in the Tire Industry: What Sellers Should Be Aware Of
The tire industry has experienced a surge in interest from private equity firms seeking to acquire tire dealerships. Several factors contribute to this phenomenon:
- Profit Potential: Private equity firms are attracted to the tire industry due to its resilience and steady profitability. As tires are consumable goods, there is a consistent demand for replacements and
