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May 2009

 Past Issues

Cover Story

Can Two Stones Float?

Despite the cliché, M&A as a last resort doesn't have to fail.

Round Up

Fear Not the Dilutive Deal

Research and anecdotal evidence reflect that dilutive deals should not be overlooked for immediately accretive transactions.

Big Pharma's Mid-Market Influence

Mid-market dealmakers are optimistic the consolidation in the large market will trickle down.

Considering a Cap-and-Trade System

As the president pushes efforts to address climate change, dealmakers ponder the possible impact to M&A.

LBO Watch

Carveouts Provide Opening

PE firms are actively exploring corporate portfolios to take advantage of forced sales.

Blame Management

When times are tough, private equity is notoriously fast with the hook.

Roundtable

Navigating the Restructuring Waters

Top players discuss how buyers can plot a course to invest amid all the distress.

Features

Lender Rebirth?

Investors are scouring the debt markets to figure out a place to play.

Rebuilding Antitrust

The new administration promised to step up antitrust enforcement, though few know whether the deteriorating landscape will soften that stance.

Canada's Cold Shoulder?

A year ago, Canada's regulators rejected an aerospace deal involving a US buyer; today US acquirers are still wondering what that means.

Supplements

Lender of the Year

Amid the unrest that saw giants fall and niche players swallowed up by the upheaval, a few managed to hold their ground.

Deal of the Year

Whenever the economy tumbles, the fashion trends tend to shift from high-end luxury items to a kind of shabby chic.

Profile

A Familiar Face

Eric Gleacher has been a mainstay on Wall Street since he arrived on the scene 40 years ago; it's no surprise he's being counted on to help rebuild the block.

Q&A

Flowers Weighs In

J. Christopher Flowers discusses the government's stimulus efforts, the bailout and how private investors can play a role in the recovery.

Beltway Monitor

The IRS Taketh and Giveth Away

PE finds a new tax loophole, which may send some to explore other areas within the capital structure.