The Takeaway

The Takeaway: A Q&A With Justin Abelow on Financial Sponsors M&A Activity

On the heels of the ACG DealMAX Conference, Justin Abelow shares his view on the mood among financial sponsors, the state of the financing markets, and key considerations for companies seeking to attract buyers as sponsors simultaneously tidy up their portfolios and hunt for outstanding additions.

The Takeaway: A Q&A With Howard Steinberg on Transferable Clean Energy Tax Credits

Howard Steinberg discusses the multibillion-dollar market for clean energy tax credits, catalyzed by the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, which offers numerous benefits to both buyers and sellers and has the added benefit of supporting policy objectives regarding new clean energy projects.

The Takeaway: A Q&A With Oliver Vaughan on Private Equity's Pursuit of Professional Services Firms

This Takeaway Q&A features Oliver Vaughan, Managing Director in the firm's Business Services Group, discussing the burgeoning interest of private equity in the professional services sector, the impact of generative Al, and whether the flurry of dealmaking activity will continue.

The Takeaway: A Q&A With Sara Napolitano on Why All Eyes Are on Cybersecurity in 2024

This Takeaway Q&A features Sara Napolitano, Managing Director in the firm’s global Technology Group, discussing the rapid development of the cybersecurity market, the impact of generative AI, and the need to consolidate.

The Takeaway: A Q&A With Anthony Forshaw on Weighing Up the Right Credit Assessment in the Current Climate

In this episode of The Takeaway, Anthony Forshaw, Managing Director and Head of Capital Markets Advisory, Europe, discusses why companies must assess their “real” cash flow when approaching their financing needs and avoid a quick fix.

The Takeaway: A Q&A With Tom Goldrick and Michael Mulkerin on Tax Receivable Agreements

Tom Goldrick and Michael Mulkerin shed light on the market for tax receivable agreements, including hallmarks of a typical sales process, the evolution of the market, and the opportunity for investors as the TRA market grows alongside a rebounding IPO environment.

The Takeaway: A Q&A With Sameer Shamsi on the GP-Led Secondary Market

Sameer Shamsi discusses the current drivers of activity in the GP-led secondary market, the endurance of single-asset continuation funds, and increased interest in credit secondaries.

The Takeaway: A Q&A With Juan Guzman on the Title Insurance Sector

Juan Guzman discusses the current state of the title insurance sector and what to expect in 2024 and beyond as companies leverage technology to differentiate themselves and market conditions present attractive consolidation opportunities.

The Takeaway: Keeping Materials Spinning Around Is Key to the Rise of the Circular Economy

Sharing their thoughts for The Takeaway are Sigurd Solheim and Jules Wurlod, who lead Houlihan Lokey’s Circular Economy team in Europe, discussing the nature of circularity, which global sectors are embracing this new economy, and what investors want from this burgeoning opportunity.

The Takeaway: Consolidate or Be Consolidated? For the UK Wealth Management Sector, the Clock Is Ticking for Small Independent Firms

For your consumption this time, The Takeaway features Christian Kent, Managing Director in the firm’s FinTech Group and Co-Lead of the European Financial Services & Technology team.

The Takeaway: A Q&A With Malte Abrams on the Drivers of Consolidation in the IT Services Sector

Being served in the latest edition of The Takeaway is Malte Abrams, Managing Director in the firm’s global Technology team, explaining why the IT services sector is undergoing a wave of consolidation.

The Takeaway: A Q&A With John Lambros on M&A and AI in the Digital Media Sector

Co-Head of U.S. Technology John Lambros discusses the digital media sector and the increasing impact of AI for acquirers and investors as well as creators.

The Takeaway: A Q&A With Adrian Reed and James Grundy on Innovation and Automation in Global Payroll

Adrian Reed and James Grundy from the firm’s Global Technology team discuss the need for technological innovation in the global payroll industry.

The Takeaway: A Q&A With ChanChan Wang: Natural Selection—The New Survival of the Fittest for Consumer Companies

Sharing her thoughts in a Takeaway is ChanChan Wang, Director in the Consumer, Food & Retail Group, looking at how consumer companies can not only survive but thrive during tough market conditions.

The Takeaway: A Q&A With Brent Ferrin and David Villa on Projections for the Specialty Finance Sector

Managing Directors Brent Ferrin and David Villa in Houlihan Lokey’s Financial Services Group provide their insights into the biggest challenges and opportunities facing the specialty finance sector.

The Takeaway: A Q&A With Alexandra Lebenthal on Helping Female Entrepreneurs Navigate the Market

Alexandra Lebenthal, a Senior Advisor in Houlihan Lokey’s Financial Sponsors Group, offers her insights into the biggest challenges and opportunities female entrepreneurs face.

The Takeaway: A Q&A With Nate Pund on the Outdoor and Active Lifestyle Landscape

Managing Director Nate Pund examines the challenges and opportunities facing the outdoor and active lifestyle sector, offering his insights on supply chain dynamics, customer retention, and strategies for sustained growth.

The Takeaway: A Q&A With Daniel Klausner on the IPO Market

Our next item on the Takeaway menu is Daniel Klausner, Managing Director in the firm’s Capital Markets Group, discussing the current state of the IPO market and the various factors driving current and future IPO activity.

The Takeaway: A Q&A With Milko Pavlov on Demand for Private Markets Valuations

On the Takeaway menu this time is Milko Pavlov, Managing Director in the firm’s Financial and Valuation Advisory business, discussing the increasing demand for private market valuations as private credit continues to replace bank lending.

The Takeaway: A Q&A With Andy Lund on the Fundraising Landscape

This edition of The Takeaway features Andy Lund, Managing Director and Global Co-Head of Houlihan Lokey’s Private Funds Group, discussing the fundraising landscape and how GPs are navigating the current challenging environment.

The Takeaway: A Q&A With Luiz Greca on Trends in Healthcare IT

Managing Director Luiz Greca discusses trends driving activity in the HCIT sector.

The Takeaway: Tara Carter on M&A in the B2B Data and Analytics Sector

In this edition of The Takeaway, Managing Director Tara Carter talks about the strength of the B2B data and analytics sector, with many firms providing mission-critical solutions.

The Takeaway: A Q&A With Paul Tomasic on MedTech Outsourcing

Paul Tomasic, Head of EMEA Healthcare, discusses why medtech outsourcing is attracting particular attention in the current healthcare M&A environment.