Middle-Market M&A - Global Dealmaking Rises Again in Q1 2019 after Slow End to 2018
By: John Reiss
In the first quarter of 2019, global deal value totaled USD$798.6 billion, a 9% rise quarter-on-quarter, but nearly 15% below the same period the year before. Meanwhile, volume figures fell by more than 30% quarter-on-quarter to 3,557 deals.
Selling a business is a big decision, and a little anxiety about the process is normal. We asked five M&A advisors about the biggest concerns they hear from clients. What's the top concern you hear from prospective sellers, and what's your advice?
The Company Shareholder has readied him/herself for the next phase of life.
The M&A market is favorable - equity markets are good and leverage is available & inexpensive.
The Company has successfully addressed and all/most of the important valuation drivers.
The Company has hired advisors with ability to achieve a successful outcome.
Involve the Key Management Team in the process.
Make sure capital expenditures are maintained for growth.
ARM/RCM - Recent Industry Transactions
Date
Acquirer
Target
Target Description
May 2019
Golden Gate Capital
Ensemble Health Partners (Bon Secours Mercy Health)
RCM provider
May 2019
Collectcents Inc.
General Revenue Corporation (GRC)
Provides college and university focused asset recovery
About Us
Marion Financial Corp. is a merger and acquisition advisory firm based in Houston, Texas. Marion Financial has had an industry focus in the Accounts Receivable Management (ARM) and Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) sectors since 1995.
