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The courts are showing an increasing propensity to scrutinize the substantive analysis of fairness opinions and the disclosures of that analysis. This article discusses how by staying abreast of guidance provided by the courts in M&A litigation, financial advisors can play a role in helping companies meet this scrutiny in a less expensive and time-intensive manner.
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The current environment remains highly favorable for companies wishing to pursue capital markets activities, regardless of type or purpose. Whether refinance, growth capital, partial liquidity, or full liquidity, such transactions are both possible and in many cases ideal in today’s market.
The United States is likely to be an increasingly attractive market for foreign investment from China, with opportunities to be found in a variety of industrial sectors. While the U.S. is open and welcoming to foreign direct investment from abroad, care should be taken to effectively navigate the complex regulatory landscape to ensure proper and effective corporate structuring and compliance with U.S. rules and regulations.
Middle market businesses often overlook MBOs as viable liquidity alternatives. However, for certain industries, businesses, and capital structures, an MBO may represent the best option for maximizing shareholder value, ensuring business continuity, and creating investment opportunities for management.
