Calder Capital’s market updates pull recent data from industry-wide reports, like BizBuySell, IBBA, M&A Source, GF Data, and internal transactions. We compile insights into current market conditions, published quarterly. With 40+ annual transactions closed, we offer accurate perspectives. Our analysis informs strategic decisions, backed by data and M&A expertise. Exceptional service is our pride.
Market Update / Q3 2023 Read More »
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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Calder Capital’s market updates pull recent data from industry-wide reports, like BizBuySell, IBBA, M&A Source, GF Data, and internal transactions. We compile insights into current market conditions, published quarterly. With 40+ annual transactions closed, we offer accurate perspectives. Our analysis informs strategic decisions, backed by data and M&A expertise. Exceptional service is our pride.
Market Update / Q2 2023 Read More »
Feelings do not always reflect reality. There have been a lot of negative headlines and rate increases over the past 18 months. 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 since Q4 2022. The result is that
An Inside Look: High Demand, Low Supply Drives a Sellers’ Market Read More »
Calder Capital’s market updates pull recent data from industry-wide reports, like BizBuySell, IBBA, M&A Source, GF Data, and internal transactions. We compile insights into current market conditions, published quarterly. With 40+ annual transactions closed, we offer accurate perspectives. Our analysis informs strategic decisions, backed by data and M&A expertise. Exceptional service is our pride.
Market Update / Q1 2023 Read More »
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
Going Out Like Lionel Messi Read More »
Interest rates are rising quickly. In fact, rates in 2022 have risen twice as fast as the rate hike cycle of 1988-1989! Given this, many investors, buyers, and sellers of businesses are asking, “What impact is the rising rate environment having on mergers and acquisitions financing?” One logical conclusion that you could draw is that
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Can Deal Characteristics in Q4 2021 Help Up Understand What 2022 Has in Store? The IBBA and M&A Source recently published their Q4 Market Pulse Report giving insight into the trends that can be expected in the current market for mergers and acquisitions trends 2022. The Q4 survey was conducted from January 1-15th, 2022, and
Mergers and Acquisitions Trends 2022: An Analysis of Q4 2021 Read More »
If you want to buy/sell in 2022, it’s time to get going in Q1! We get it, Q1 is a drag. It’s cold in the Midwest, buyers and sellers often take extended vacations to the south, and financials and tax returns need to get done. These factors combine to slow down the start of the
How Long Does it Take to Sell a Business? Read More »
In lieu of our usual collaborative Q3 report, our Managing Partner Max Friar sat down with colleague and longtime friend Andrew Longcore for a Q&A on what he’s been seeing in the Q3 business market. Andrew has unique experience as both a transaction attorney and M&A advisor facilitating deals. Max: How are owners/sellers feeling right
Market Remarks Q3 2021: Max Friar Interviews Transaction Attorney Andrew Longcore Read More »
