JD Merit is thrilled to once again be recognized among the Top 25 Lower Middle Market Investment Banks. We’re honored to serve so many clients by delivering market-leading outcomes.
M&A deals nationally and globally last year were the highest on record, with tech as the leading sector.
Not only do we survey our clients anonymously, but we also survey buyers of our clients’ companies.
Each of the selected senior-level executives demonstrated success and accomplishment during the last 24 months along with leadership in their organizations, while impacting change within their communities.
While we are surprised by the potential "deal killers" every time we execute the sale of a business, there are a few things that remain constant. Our job as Investment Bankers is to maximize your value in the market by finding the right fit between you and a buyer....
Take Share to Regain Value The problem facing many businesses and owners is how to regain revenues and earnings in 2021 after a COVID-19 affected 2020. Those that figure this out will 'take share' (market share) and create significant value. After nearly a year...
Time and time again we see M&A Axioms coming into play for business owners. We hope this list helps you ask some timely questions of your organization and your investment banker as you contemplate liquidity options. Enjoy! Time kills all dealsIf you...
1. Retention is the new growth. In a shrinking revenue environment, smart companies must ensure they keep their existing customers happy. Objectively, many companies do not have the time (or cash) to pursue new business which is a riskier pursuit than keeping your...
Many business owners struggle with whether to sell their business or hold on a bit longer. Their trepidation is rooted in their uncertainty over which option yields the most rewarding outcome. We often see this level of doubt creep in with business owners who have a...
There are a number of factors that a business owner needs to be aware of when they start the process of raising private capital. In addition to navigating the various channels that may provide funding for your business, you will need to have a clear plan and course of...
Selling your company is a major life decision. Not only do you want to get the highest return possible, you want to ensure that the legacy you’ve built lives on after you sell. But many CEOs choose to navigate the sales process themselves rather than choosing help...
Conventional wisdom suggests you should never attempt to “time the market” when making a plan to sell your business. Nevertheless, the preponderance of evidence suggests NOW is the best time to sell your company. M&A activity has remained very high in 2019 and...
Many businesses rely on simple techniques to estimate the value of their company. Business valuation firms use slightly more sophisticated methods such as discounted cash flow model, public market comparisons and other asset value methods. The numbers these methods...
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