It’s a Mixed Outlook for Automotive Aftermarket M&A in 2023
The amount of capital available on the sidelines to invest in private companies, however, has never been greater
How the Founders of GCR Hit on a Winning Formula
The core principles that built the original GCR organization still resonate today
Baby Products 2022 Trends
Middle market business fundamentals remain strong, although some companies are starting to show caution. Revenue growth and hiring have been robust, although companies continue to face challenges in finding skilled workers. There remains a strong appetite for quality deals as valuations have declined slightly. Private equity firms still have about $1 trillion of “dry powder” and appear impatient to put some of that to work. M&A volume moderated slightly in the second half of 2022 and appears unlikely to duplicate 2021’s record pace, but is on track for another strong year.
Health and Stress Reduction Tips for Tire Dealers
As you become older, time becomes more important than money. And as you become even older still, health is number one, while time and money fall to second and third.
ESG In the Tire Industry Explained
Many politicians' only objective is winning the next election, so they say and do whatever it takes to win," says McGregor. "Brands can’t afford the bad press that politicians can.
15 Ways to Increase Your Microelectronics Company’s Value Before an Exit: Part One
Despite ongoing shortages of microelectronics, demand for chips and other critical electronics, including PCBs, only continues to grow and shows no signs of slowing anytime soon.
Musings and Advice from a Family-Owned Independent Tire Dealer
Many people say they have been in the tire business their entire lives because they spent a majority of their life in the industry.
From Plumbing to Accounting, Technology Is Changing Your Business
Technology is changing how you run your business.
Automation Is Coming to Your Machine Shop. Are You Ready?
The FOCUS Advanced Manufacturing team recently returned from our trip ...
FOCUS Expands into Europe
FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”) headquartered in Washington, D.C., announced that it has combined resources with Focus Capital Partners (“Focus CP”) headquartered in Dublin, Ireland to form an international M&A services platform. The trans-Atlantic firm provides sell-side, buy-side and capital raising services to companies operating in the lower middle market across the U.S. and Europe.
