
Thinking of Using a SPAC to Go Public? Here's What to Consider
By Aleksey N. Krylov, CFA
“I know more people that have a SPAC than have COVID” is a common refrain among finance professionals these days. So what’s driving the spike? Is a SPAC IPO right for your company?
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What Makes for a Successful Management Buyout Process?
By Tyler Cain
Buying out the business you work for and then running it yourself doesn’t have to be a pipe dream. Management buyouts (MBOs) have been popular since the 1980s and when aligned correctly are appealing propositions for owners and motivated management teams.
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Fintech and Banks: How Can the Banking Industry Respond to the Threat of Disruption?
By Toptal Talent Network Experts
Fintech attention tends to focus on startups and their efforts to unbundle the financial service industry’s suite of services. But how are banks responding to this disruptive threat? Despite their wealth, talent, and rich history of innovation, they have been sluggish to respond to the upstart movement.
This article suggest four ways banks can change their tact and respond better to fintech.
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Private Equity Outlook 2017: Signs of Fatigue
By Anuar Heberlein
The private equity industry is showing signs of maturity as record competition amongst funds and record-high levels of dry powder, combined with strong competition from cash-rich corporates, have driven valuations to levels that make it difficult to see how returns could remain competitive.
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The Impact of Brexit on the Financial Services Sector
By Toby Clarence-Smith
Since the historic Brexit vote, much speculation has been made regarding the effects this would have on the UK's economy. In this article, I take a look at what the anticipated impacts of Brexit on the UK financial sector are, assess their merits and likelihood, and see what the long-lasting impact on the financial sector around the world may be.
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