Calder Capital is proud to announce that the sale of Action Water Sports led by Calder Advisor, Pankaj Rajadhyaksha, has been honored by the Crain’s M&A Awards as the 2024 Retail Deal of the Year Award! Crain’s presents the 11th annual M&A Deals and Dealmakers Awards to spotlight best practices and excellence related to mergers, […]
Calder Capital’s Managing Partner, Max Friar, recently was featured on the MCM Wealth Podcast where he discussed the intricacies of selling a business. Listen below on Spotify! Every business owner needs to exit their business eventually. So, what does that process look like, and how can it be carried out efficiently? Max Friar, Managing Partner
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Guest Post: Friday Forward – Outsized Expectations (#419) by Robert Glazer, Founder of Acceleration Partners The following is a guest post by author and entrepreneur Robert Glazer of Acceleration Partners. Mr. Glazer distributes a thoughtful “Friday Forward” reflection on various topics each Friday morning. His post below caught our attention as it speaks clearly and
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In mergers and acquisitions, bridging valuation gaps between buyers and sellers often requires more than just financial acumen-it demands creativity. A key strategy is the use of earnouts, which can alleviate buyer concerns and reward sellers for consistent performance or growth going forward. This post delves into the nuances of earnout structures, shedding light on
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While larger Middle Market deal activity slowed, small and medium businesses continued to sell on-pace throughout the three quarters of 2023. In addition to the marketplace date, the Calder/SBDA team closed 35 transactions by Q3 2023 and closed out on a record quarter.
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In the world of selling a business, preparation is key. When you decide to sell your business, you’re entering a complex and often lengthy process. To ensure a smooth and successful transaction, it is vital to have your financial matters well-organized. A Quality of Earnings (QoE) analysis plays a critical role in assessing the precision
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“I have been in small M&A for 18 years,” noted Calder Managing Partner, Max Friar, “Never before have I seen such competition for quality sellers. Most sell-side clients with $1M+ in EBITDA are receiving 10-15 offers, many of those strong offers. 2023 has transformed into one of the best-seller markets I’ve ever witnessed and that is not what I expected heading into the year!”
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Feelings do not always reflect reality. There have been a lot of negative headlines over the past months regarding rate uncertainty and various policy and geopolitical factors. As a result, many potential business sellers are feeling that it’s not a good time to sell. In fact, seller sentiment has remained at a decade-low. The result
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Calder Capital and Small Business Deal Advisors report robust buyer interest in the market. As of March 31, 2023, 13 transactions have already closed, and the team has 27 deals under Letter of Intent (LOI). Sellers who are considering selling their businesses are receiving significant attention from interested buyers.
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As a business owner, it is important to be realistic about when it may be time to consider selling your business. Just like in soccer, there are times when it is better to walk away from the game while you are still performing at a high level, rather than risk letting your skills or interest
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