Together with Mergermarket, we surveyed 60 dealmakers for their 2025 M&A predictions, and now we’re revealing the insights – tune in to see if the M&A market holds momentum. Our Dealmakers report reveals there are plenty of reasons for Australia’s mid-market to remain cautiously optimistic. But what does that mean for you? Our Corporate Finance […]
Key points Balancing buyers’ and sellers’ priorities is crucial in Merger and Acquisition (M&A) transactions, with tax considerations often becoming a key focus. Buyers may consider acquiring business assets directly to avoid latent liabilities, but this can lead to administrative burdens and unintended tax consequences. Due diligence is essential to uncover potential issues, as relying […]
The long-awaited transfer of business ownership from retiring boomers could kick up a gear in 2025, with 85% of dealmakers believing this will be the top deal driver in 2025, up from just 37% in 2024. But only half of dealmakers believe Australian mid-markets are well-prepared for a change in leadership, and one in four […]
Welcome to Pitcher Perspective, where we take you beyond the numbers and go in-depth on the current issues affecting mid-market businesses. Even though we’re accountants and advisors, we’re endlessly curious about finding better opportunities and creating better outcomes for your business. We recognise that an important piece of the puzzle is providing you with the information to […]
James Beaumont, Corporate Finance Partner at Pitcher Partners Melbourne, shares insights into the current market for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the food and beverage sector. As consumer tastes and market demands evolve faster than ever, food and beverage business owners face pivotal choices: adapt, grow, or consider an exit. James Beaumont sheds light on […]
Key points: Succession planning is vital to avoid a legacy vanishing without a trace Understand your potential buyer: existing management, a local competitor, an international competitor or a private equity fund Passing the torch – a long and complex process, be ready when the right buyer comes along What retail owner hasn’t observed a major […]
Pitcher Partners’ latest Deal Pulse report on Queensland merger and acquisition (M&A) activity for the first half of the calendar year 2024 reveals that activity continues to be humming along. Whilst the overall volume of Queensland deals in the first half of 2024 are on average with last two years, the underlying activity in terms […]
Pitcher Partners Melbourne’s Stephen Craig joins CPA for their podcast, INTHEBLACK. Dive into why Dealmakers are feeling confident despite a slowdown in overall activity for 2023. Unpack the reasons behind this cautious optimism and explore what’s driving M&A trends across different deal sizes – small cap, mid-market and large cap. You’ll also discover how the […]
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