Preparing for a Sale: How 50/50 Owners Agreed Upon an Optimal Exit Strategy
After experiencing two consecutive years of flat revenue, the founders/owners ...
In a Challenging Environment, Seize Opportunities to Grow
As economic headwinds continue to squeeze the food & beverage ...
Why Membership Is Declining at Regional Tire Dealer Associations
The new edition of my book, “Buy, Build, Fix, Sell: ...
TBC’s Strategic Shift: Embracing Franchising for Growth
In another significant move in the automotive aftermarket, TBC announced ...
“Reinvent and Rebrand”: Strategies Followed by a SaaS Company to Become M&A Ready
A case study about strategies a SaaS company followed to become M&A ready
How to Operate a Successful Family Business
Running a family business can be a unique and fulfilling ...
FOCUS Carrier-Focused Telecom Technology Quarterly: Spring 2023 Report
After posting a solid gain in our winter report, the FOCUS Carrier-Focused Telecom Technology Index (CFTTI) dropped 2.2% in our spring reporting period. This was slightly better than the 2.7% drop in the S&P 500, but worse than the 0.1% decline in the NASDAQ. The EFTTI is also down nearly 14% compared to this time last year. Over this time period, the EFTTI lagged the 9.2% decline in the S&P 500 but outperformed the 16.7% drop in the NASDAQ. Sector multiples are also lower than they were at this time last year. The sub sector revenue multiple dropped sharply from 2.5x to 2.1x, while the sector EBITDA multiple posted a more modest decline as it fell from 11.9x to 10.6x.
The internal combustion engine still has lots left in the tank
Internal combustion engines (ICEs) have been around for more than 100 years, and despite a surge of competition from electric vehicles (EVs), they are still highly relevant and will likely remain so for a long time to come.
5 Pro Tips for MSP Valuation and M&A with Private Equity
Create new value and avoid leaving money on the table: 5 Pro Tips for MSP business owners.
15 Ways to Increase your Microelectronics Company’s Value Before an Exit: Part 5
In part 5, we discuss the significance of leading with a clear mission and values, putting to paper a growth plan, and staying aware of industry activity.
