The Guardian M&A

APRIL 21, 2022

Tesla CEO is putting $21bn of his own money in the package, according to US watchdog filing Elon Musk has secured $46.5bn (£35.6bn) in financing to fund a possible hostile bid for Twitter and is putting up $21bn of his own money as part of the package. Continue reading.

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Cooley M&A

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Since that post, the Delaware Chancery Court has had the opportunity to consider some preliminary issues relating to certain of those jeopardized transactions involving private equity-backed buyers.

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NYT M&A

APRIL 19, 2022

The world’s richest man is trying to shore up debt financing, including potentially taking out a loan against his shares of Tesla, so he can buy Twitter for $43 billion.

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Lighter Capital

MAY 13, 2024

As non-dilutive funding solutions attract more interest from SaaS entrepreneurs, venture capital (VC) investors are seeing an increasing number of startups who have used them for their growth and working capital needs, many times combining revenue-based financing (RBF) with a term loan, or other types of debt financing.

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Benzinga

MARCH 1, 2024

billion of equity and $1.4 billion of debt financing. Vista Outdoor Inc (NYSE: VSTO ) confirmed the receipt of an unsolicited indication of interest from MNC Capital in an all-cash transaction for $35.00 per Vista share. MNC Capital plans to fund the transaction with approximately $1.5 ownership of.

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Law 360 M&A

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Given the growth of private debt funds, new entrants in the market and equity markets remaining sluggish, more borrowers are turning to venture debt financing, with long-standing venture funds offering flexibility and expertise without the risks of larger banks, says Jennifer Post at Thompson Coburn.

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Andrew Stolz

AUGUST 6, 2020

The optimal capital structure of a firm is the right combination of equity and debt financing. Debt financing may have the lowest cost, but having too much of it would increase risks to the shareholders. Cost of debt. Cost of equity . Definition of Optimal Capital Structure.

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Law 360 M&A

MARCH 13, 2024

HarbourView Equity Partners said Wednesday it has secured about $500 million in debt financing through a music asset-backed securitization led by KKR, which will be used to further expand HarbourView's music investment capabilities.

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Lighter Capital

AUGUST 1, 2023

in a mix of equity and debt financing. In April 2022, HBox , raised a $700,000 seed funding round, led by Arali Ventures; another $1M in equity and debt in August of 2022, and, most recently, $400,000 in non-dilutive financing from Lighter Capital in early 2023. HBox has raised $2.1M

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Reynolds Holding

JUNE 3, 2024

By the end of 2022, add-on acquisitions represented more than 76% of all private-equity-backed buyouts, which was a significant increase compared to a decade earlier. As markets recover in 2024 and beyond, overall private equity deal activity is expected to pick up. This post comes to us from Goodwin Procter LLP.

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Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 26, 2024

The risk-reward equation in M&A financing is a delicate balance, where potential pitfalls and gains play a pivotal role in shaping the merged entity’s future. This blog post delves into the intricacies of different financing models, shedding light on the associated risks and rewards.

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Andrew Stolz

AUGUST 6, 2020

The first proposition of the M&M says that the value of leveraged firms (capital structure with a mix of debt and equity) and unleveraged firms (capital structure with only equity) are the same. Where V (unlevered) = company with no debt financing and V (levered) = company with some debt financing).

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Reynolds Holding

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

In light of this quantum leap , in a new paper I examine the evolution of corporate finance markets after the GFC with respect to private debt. I argue that the role of debt and its relationship with equity in the firm, due to recent significant developments in the corporate finance markets after the GFC, has been transformed.

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Sun Acquisitions

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Consider options such as raising capital through equity financing or securing a bank loan to fund your expansion plans. Financial strategies involve leveraging existing assets as loan collateral or tapping into private equity partnerships to support this goal.

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Sun Acquisitions

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Mezzanine Financing: Mezzanine financing sits between equity and debt in the capital structure and is often used to fund M&A transactions. Mezzanine lenders provide capital in exchange for a combination of interest payments and an equity stake in the target company.

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Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

MARCH 3, 2023

Editor’s note: Stock consideration is rarely discussed in RIA transactions, but it is a common financing feature in other industries. As debt financing becomes more expensive (and scarce) and consolidators start to question how much leverage they want to maintain, buyers will be tempted to use equity consideration instead of cash.

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Benchmark Report

MARCH 15, 2022

This takes the form of equity and debt financing of non-financial companies. Capital markets facilitate debt issuance, which tends to be a less restrictive form of borrowing for businesses. Capital markets drive capital to areas of innovation and positive growth, creating jobs and fueling economies.

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Accountancy Today

OCTOBER 24, 2023

FRP’s debt advisory team has advised Mobeus Equity Partners on The Translation People’s on a successful £10.5m debt raise that will support the firm’s buy-and-build strategy. Led by partner, Simon Sherliker and director, Stuart Sweeney, and supported by senior manager, Amit Bagga and Manager, Brad Gayler.

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Benchmark Report

JULY 1, 2022

First, the financing needs to be raised with consideration of the company's operating cash flows. For example, if the business uses debt financing, it should have sufficient funds to cover the interest and repay the debt.

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BV Specialists

MAY 22, 2023

Under the second scenario, you are looking for new investment either through equity infusion or debt financing and the investor or bank needs to review the financial strength of the entire operation.

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RNC

MAY 21, 2024

When raising funds, the primary question is whether to opt for equity or debt financing. Equity financing risks diluting ownership stakes in the company, while debt financing entails hefty interest rates. What is Compulsory Convertible Debentures? How do CCDs Work?

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Sun Acquisitions

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

If you have substantial cash reserves, you may opt for an all-cash deal, reducing debt burden and interest costs. Debt Financing Debt financing involves borrowing money to fund the acquisition. It can be attractive if interest rates are low, and your cash flow can support the debt service.

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Lighter Capital

JANUARY 11, 2022

Ready to arm yourself with knowledge that will help you make the best financing decisions to keep growing a healthy business? What is a debt warrant? A debt warrant is an agreement in which a lender has a right to buy equity in the future at a price established when the warrant was issued or in the next round.

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Lighter Capital

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Venture debt has exploded in popularity in the last few years. For some startups, venture debt can be a solid option to boost cash flow and supplement a VC round with very little dilution to their remaining equity. What is venture debt? There is no venture debt without venture capital.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

JANUARY 30, 2024

fair value accounting) affect equity markets, it remains largely unexplored in debt markets. In a forthcoming article in the Journal of Accounting and Economics , we study the consequences of accounting quality for debt contracting when banks compete to extend loans.

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Lighter Capital

MAY 28, 2020

Here are some considerations to keep in mind as you evaluate the best financing options for your business—today, and in the long-run as you continue to reach for growth milestones. Debt financing meets the current needs of startups While COVID-19 has been highly disruptive, it hasn’t lessened the need for startup funding.

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Business Wire M&A

MAY 17, 2023

HOUSTON, & CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS

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Benzinga

JUNE 8, 2023

Kreos offers growth and venture debt financing to companies in the technology and healthcare industries. BlackRock Inc (NYSE: BLK ) announced a deal to acquire Kreos Capital for undisclosed terms. Kreos is headquartered in London and its 45-person team will join BlackRock as part of the transaction.

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Lighter Capital

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

For tech startups that need capital to grow fast when opportunity arises, there are two main funding paths to choose from: debt and equity. Equity funding from angel investors or venture firms, which requires selling a stake in the company in exchange for capital, is seen as high-risk, high-reward, and it comes with a certain prestige.

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Lighter Capital

APRIL 17, 2024

In the fast-paced tech world, startups and equity dilution are nearly inseparable. Cash-strapped founders can use their equity to raise capital, compensate advisors, and attract the talent they need to turn a clever idea into a successful business. These days, equity capital is as expensive as it is elusive.

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Scott Mashuda

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

This also reinforces the drive to partner with an advisory team that can provide strategic insights for mitigating the impact of higher interest rates, optimizing debt structures, and identifying alternative financing solutions to sustain long-term growth. How Does the Cost of Debt Influence M&A?

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Lighter Capital

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Equity dilution is part of growing a successful startup. How to Prevent Excessive Equity Dilution in Your Startup 1. Bootstrap your way to early milestones If you can, focus on growing the business organically before you pursue equity funding. Take only as much capital as you need More isn’t always better.

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Equilest

JANUARY 8, 2023

Modigliani-Miller Theorem in the no-tax world states that the value of a firm is independent of its capital structure, meaning that the mix of debt and equity used by the firm has no effect on its overall value. . . . Firm A has a higher proportion of debt financing, while Firm B has a higher proportion of equity financing.

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Reynolds Holding

MAY 29, 2024

Since the global financial crisis of 2007-2008, the corporate finance markets have been dramatically transformed. Most notable has been the rise of non-traditional providers of debt finance such as private credit funds, which now aggressively compete with traditional finance providers like commercial banks.

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Brian DeChesare

MAY 4, 2022

Worst Case Outcome: Elon loses ~90%+ of his invested equity and gets a very negative IRR. The 10-K and loan/financing document are the most important parts because you need the company’s annual statements to build a model, and you need the debt tranches, interest rates, etc., Total wipeout. to build in the LBO functionality.

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Equilest

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Leveraged Buyouts (LBOs) are powerful tools in the financial world, used by private equity firms and savvy investors to maximize returns. Introduction Leveraged Buyouts (LBOs) are some of the most intriguing yet complex mechanisms in corporate finance. But how do you build a solid LBO analysis from scratch? a manufacturing company.

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Cooley M&A

MAY 21, 2021

In reaching this order, the court applied the prevention doctrine, finding that the unavailability of buyer’s debt financing did not permit buyer to circumvent its obligation to close because buyer materially contributed to the debt financing being unavailable.

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