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 […]
In this episode, Pitcher Partners Sydney Private Wealth Partner, Jordan Kennedy and Corporate Finance Partner, Andy Hough will dissect the steps of preparing a succession plan and discuss what business leaders need to keep in mind when considering selling a business. In a world where clarity and peace of mind are more important than ever, we are […]
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 […]
Mid-market deals remain attractive despite overall contractions in values and volumes, according to the latest analysis of Australian M&A by Pitcher Partners. Australian dealmakers are navigating a complex M&A landscape in 2024, balancing caution with strategic opportunity. Pitcher Partners’ latest Dealmakers report revealed a nuanced picture of the market, where overall deal volumes have contracted […]
With domestic dealmaking activity at a low ebb, the spotlight has decisively shifted to offshore buyers. Pitcher Partners’ latest Dealmakers report showed inbound M&A reached a staggering $30 billion in the first half of 2024 – the second-highest start to any year on record. The message is clear: international investment is no longer just an option, […]
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