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The uncertain and unfavourable market conditions of 2023 created an environment that hindered the growth of M&A volume and value. Across various industries, factors such as uncertainty surrounding macroeconomic conditions…

Expanding a business across borders, whether through organic or inorganic growth, is an enticing prospect for management teams and investors seeking increased market reach. However, the pivotal factor often overlooked in the pursuit of global expansion is cultural integration.

In September, Aalto commented on the increase in public-to-private (P2P) transactions seen in the first half of 2023. This trend has continued into the second half of 2023, and Mergermarket reports that the total number of UK P2P transactions this year is up 145.5%…

Last year, we discussed the increasing significance of retention metrics in the Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) sector. Another crucial element that SaaS companies should focus on are efficiency metrics.

In December, Aalto Capital released its latest Insight Paper, “IT Services: 2023 Industry Snapshot,” exploring key aspects of the IT Services sector. The report describes the current market environment, emerging trends, growth impediments, and M&A dynamics.

Earlier this year, Aalto published an article identifying key factors which should be considered when assessing a potential M&A transaction. One factor we highlighted for achieving a successful transaction was the retention of key talent and identification of new talent as necessary.

“Down rounds,” “up rounds,” and “flat rounds” refer to the valuation changes of companies between funding rounds. Up rounds indicate growth and investor confidence, and down rounds signal the opposite.

In the current economic climate, morale among small-cap stocks is low. A recent survey by the Quoted Companies Alliance (QCA) found that almost one in four small- and mid-cap quoted companies currently see no advantage in maintaining their listing on the London Stock Exchange.

In an era defined by rapid technological progress, the business world has undergone a profound transformation, leading to significant shifts in competitive dynamics.

The acronyms ‘TAM’, ‘SAM’, and ‘SOM’ are often thrown around in investment conversations, but what do these terms mean, and what is the best way for businesses to present them?