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First mover – advantage or not?

    Unlocking value in the era of public-to-private transactions In 2023, global private equity public-to-private deals reached a 16-year high, and according to Preqin, 2024 is likely to witness a continuation of this trend.

    Exploring hybrid capital opportunities for mid-market companies

      Over the past decade, there has been a significant diversification of financing options for businesses as the venture capital and private equity ecosystems evolved. Other options including venture debt have also developed for companies too premature for traditional bank debt.

      A 2024 Turnaround?

        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…

        International Expansion Demands Cultural Understanding

          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.

          How to Identify P2P Candidates

            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%…

            It Services: 2023 Industry Snapshot

              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.

              The Importance of Identifying and Retaining Talent

                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.

                Are There Benefits to Down Rounds?

                  “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.