December 2011

 Past Issues

Cover Story

Looking Ahead

Two years after its bankruptcy filing, CIT is on more stable footing and its future looks brighter than it has in a long time

Round Up

PE Firms Look For Exits

After long hold periods private equity firms look for liquidity

Stalled CLO Market Shifts into Drive

Dealmakers expect CLO issuances to reach $10 billion to $15 billion in 2011

Features

E-Retailers To Merge?

Main Street Fairness Act May Force Further Consolidation of E-Commerce Sector

Stay Tuned

As McGraw-Hill divests its broadcasting group, more sales are likely to follow

Insurance Industry Experiences M&A Uptick

While some insurance companies look to derisk and others hope to get involved in more lucrative business lines, insurance businesses see an increase in M&A activity

Colombia Poised to be the next Brazil?

As dealmakers look for proprietary deal flow Colombia becomes more interesting

From the Field

Operating Blueprints

Key to managing PE portfolio companies in volatile markets

Profile

Clearsight Open for Business

Despite the harsh economic climate of the past four years, a pair of Houlihan Lokey veterans launch new firm

The Watercooler

HIT Entertainment Auction Comes to a Close

After months on the auction block the maker of Thomas & Friends agrees to a sale; and other items from the Watercooler

Beltway Monitor

Main Street Fairness Act Up For Debate Again

Lawmakers try to level playing field between traditional and e-retailers

Romney's Presidential Bid Shines Spotlight on PE

PE community questions whether Romney's presidential bid will have a positive effect on the industry