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Business Services 3Q 2023 M&A Report

3Q 2023 M&A Report: Key drivers for business service M&A trends include economic recovery, digital transformation, competitive positioning and talent acquisition. As businesses navigate the dynamic landscape, it is crucial to consider factors such as integration strategy, regulatory compliance, cultural fit, and financial structure to maximize the potential for successful M&A transactions. This resurgence in …

FOCUS Investment Banking Welcomes New Managing Directors, Expanding Southeast and Midwest Presence

Washington, DC, (August 15, 2023) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture and corporate finance services, announced today that it has added two new managing directors, Mike McCraw and William R. (“Bill”) Snow. The additions of Mr. McCraw and Mr. Snow in Birmingham, AL and Chicago, IL, respectively, will support FOCUS’s efforts in broadening its reach across the Southeast and Midwest.

Labrador Case Study

The Labrador Group, a leading global communication firm specializing in corporate disclosure documents, headquartered in Paris, France, has acquired Argyle, a leading advisory and creative services provider for US public company shareholder communications. This case study highlights the unique process of this transaction.

Business Services 2Q 2023 M&A Report

2Q 2023 M&A Report: The M&A landscape in the business services space has seen significant activity and notable transactions in recent times. One prominent trend has been the increased focus on technology-driven solutions and digital transformation. Companies in the business services sector are actively seeking to acquire or partner with technology-enabled firms to enhance their …

FOCUS Investment Banking Named #1 Lower Middle Market M&A Advisor In Q2 2023​

Washington, DC, (July 27, 2023) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”) a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, is thrilled to announce its exceptional achievement of being named #1 on Axial’s second quarter 2023 lower middle market investment bank league table. This prestigious recognition comes as a testament …

FOCUS Investment Banking Represents The LABRADOR Group in its acquisition of Argyle

FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture and corporate finance services, announced today that the LABRADOR group, is a leading global communication firm specializing in corporate disclosure documents, headquartered in Paris, France, has acquired Argyle. FOCUS advised LABRADOR in this transaction.