by Brian Berglund | Feb 24, 2026 | News & Insights
In any M&A transaction, the identity of the buyer matters as much as the price. Strategic buyers, in particular, influence how a process unfolds, how a deal is structured, and the likelihood of a successful close. Unlike financial acquirers, strategic buyers...
by Brian Berglund | Jan 27, 2026 | News & Insights
Industry transitions tend to reveal which businesses are prepared for an exit and which are merely keeping pace. The automotive sector is firmly in such a moment. Electrification, supply-chain recalibration, and evolving customer demand have reshaped how buyers assess...
by Brian Berglund | Jan 20, 2026 | News & Insights
Preparing to sell a business is often described as a valuation exercise. In practice, it is far more a credibility exercise. For most buyers, financial statements are more than a record of past results. They are how buyers judge risk, scalability, and value. Even...
by Brian Berglund | Dec 9, 2025 | News & Insights
When business owners start contemplating a sale, the conversation usually centers on timing, potential buyers, and headline valuation. Those are important—but they’re not where value is created. Long before a formal process kicks off, the real drivers of enterprise...
by Brian Berglund | Dec 2, 2025 | News & Insights
Selling a business is a significant milestone for any owner. Alongside the financial, legal, and operational work that goes into a transaction, there is a people component that’s just as important. Employees want clarity, stability, and transparency, and how you...
