SPOTLIGHT: Private Equity and M&A Trends

High M&A Failure Rate Requires New Approach

6 mins read
M&A failure rates are a significant problem for Boards, shareholders and society – the wasted human and dollar capital, the loss of corporate and industry momentum, and the careers destroyed highlight the inadequate tools currently being used to undertake M&A transaction analyses. A 2011 article from the Harvard Business Review claims 70% – 90% of M&A transactions fail, while a more recent McKinsey & Co. study on the energy industry highlights that only 25% of 2011-2022 upstream M&A transactions generated meaningful excess returns. Yet, M&A is a critical strategic tool for companies to enhance scale, pursue growth and develop momentum…

Reshaping M&A Dealmaking with AI

5 mins read
Staying ahead of the curve is essential in the fast-paced realm of Silicon Valley, where deals are made and fortunes are forged or lost, with speed playing a role in many of the outcomes. And right…

A Look Ahead for Private Equity and M&A

4 mins read
In this article, I discuss two major financial outlooks for 2025, the first being the projected economic growth expected and its proposed impact on the private equity market. The second is the expected trends in the M&A market. It is unclear how the recent election will change the forecasts and estimates outlined below. Private Equity Outlook The general consensus is that the Feds…

The Ultimate Value Creation Lever

7 mins read
Matt Kinnich, CEO, and The Operators community of PE-Backed Executives collaborated to discuss Communications as a Value Creation Lever. While implanting effective communications in your portfolio company can add value, the inverse is also true. Enabling poor communication habits actually works against you and serves to hold back value creation. There are three entities with whom to communicate. As a portfolio company leader,…

Unlocking the Value of Private Equity

2 mins read
In the evolving financial landscape, private equity has become a beacon of opportunity for seasoned professionals, particularly those with CFO, Controller, or Treasurer roles. Drawing from a Chat with Matt session from last year featuring my good friend, private equity veteran Mike Lorelli, I’d like to explain the strategies, nuances, and evolving dynamics of this influential sector. With decades of experience in corporate…

AI & Process Automation

Beyond Spreadsheets: AI-Driven Budgeting

1 min read
In the evolving landscape of finance, artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a distant concept—it’s becoming a critical tool for staying ahead. Anna Tiomina, founder of Blend to Balance and a recognized…

Financial Strategies & Management

Strengthening CMO-CFO Collaboration

3 mins read
In an important session of The Financial Executives Networking Group (FENG), two notable thought leaders, Mark Sue and Reed Berglund, unraveled transformative insights on fostering synergy between CFOs and CMOs. Given their…

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Letter From the Editor

1 min read
The Financial Executives Networking Group is proud to have launched the Financial Executives Journal, an online publication dedicated to industry thought leadership, career growth, and professional development. Featured Spotlight The current edition spotlights Private Equity and M&A Trends. It provides a technical assessment of capital markets during 2024 and a…

Internship Opportunities at The FENG

1 min read
Internships are available, on a part-time basis, for college accreditation, at The Financial Executives Networking Group (The FENG). We are seeking creative and motivated marketing, graphics, communications and finance students to join our dynamic team. You will have the opportunity to apply and gain valuable experience in social media and…

Unleashing the Power of Networking

2 mins read
Picture this: a powerful, dynamic platform for senior financial executives, bridging the gap between your career prospects and the meaningful connections you need. Reimagine your professional life with The Financial Executives Networking Group (The FENG). Founded in 1991, The FENG has matured from a small Connecticut-based initiative to a global…

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