Long hours and a heavy workload seem to be the norm in professional service firms, that may not change anytime soon, but what does appear to be changing is that increased flexibility toward staff is now becoming the norm.
As the global economy continues to evolve, investors and business owners are increasingly turning their attention to emerging markets in search of new opportunities for growth. Emerging markets often present
The world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is an ever-evolving landscape and one that requires a great deal of expertise to navigate. For those looking to invest, understanding the nuances
The global M&A Market in the first half of 2023 saw deal values drift lower especially in Q2, while the number of announced completed deals saw near record highs. So, deal volume was up whilst overall transaction values are down.
Congratulations to Alistair Hood and his fellow shareholders on the successful sale of their business Ashton Manufacturing to Reilly Best. Ashtons are the leading casket manufacturer in Australia.
Congratulations to Stuart Edgely and his team at Emerald on the successful sale of their Alarm division to Red Smoke Alarms. The merged entities have now re-branded as K.P.S Australia Pty Ltd. We wish the buyer and the vendors well, confident there is strong alignment and a good-fit and that this deal made sense for everyone.
Following the gradual recovery in global M&A markets through 2024, the outlook for 2025 suggests solid grounds for optimism. According to Goldman Sachs' Investment Banking Outlook, the recent reductions of interest rates and improved market conditions as well as the greater certainty resulting from the determination of the US election is expected to support increased deal activity, particularly in the middle market segment.