M&A news and insight for the middle market

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Rebel Yell

After some false starts, SunTrust Robinson Humphrey now believes it's ready to take on Wall Street.

Jeff Rosenkranz: Back at It

After a two-year break, the M&A itch returned.

Generation Next

The mid-market has seen a rush of new boutiques, as well-known veterans take on an already crowded banking space.

The Watercooler

Private equity heads for the exits and goodwill impairment charges signal better dealmaking days ahead.

Regalia Warns Against Tax Hikes

Speaking to a crowd at ACG InterGrowth, the Chamber's chief economist sees some 'truly ugly' issues ahead.

New Ventures Launched

May saw a number of M&A executives strike out on their own, plus other personnel news.

More Bang for Your Buck

New IRS roadmap to increase tax deductions for success-based transaction fees.

Something's Cooking

Private label food products, ingredients and institutional foodservice plays seem to be driving M&A activity in the food space.

Charting the Global Landscape

Peter Yu discusses the impact of the credit crisis across Europe, Asia and Latin America, and details how Cartesian mitigates risk.

Advisors in Demand

Private equity firms and investment banks were active recruiting senior oversight in April.

Chicago Corp., the Sequel

Executives at the new Chicago Corp. see a sweet spot in the Midwest.

FASB's Fair Value Update

New disclosure requirements aim to provide more transparency in alternative investment funds' financial statements.

Earnout Implications

Implied obligations are making buyers second guess performance based deals.

In Search of the Next Great Turnaround

Former Delphi CEO Steve Miller eschewed retirement, joining MidOcean Partners to continue his pursuit of reclamation projects.

The End of the Road

Is there anywhere left for distressed stakeholders to kick the can?