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The 2020 Back-to-School Conundrum for Education Investors
After six months, we feel confident in saying that 2020 will go down as one of the most unique years in the history of education investing. COVID-19 has impacted every… Read More
The Next Course for UK Chain Restaurants
During the month of August, Britons were encouraged to dine out through the “Eat Out to Help Out” scheme. Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday participating restaurants offered a 50 percent… Read More
Secondaries Investor | Lincoln International Discusses Demand for New Funds
Richard Olson, Managing Director in Lincoln International’s Valuations & Opinions Group, discusses with Secondaries Investor the factors that determine the value of an unfunded stake amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. View… Read More
From Handbags to Athleisure, European Private Equity Investors Splurge on Luxury
Twenty years ago, Net-a-Porter (now YNAP following merger with Italy’s Yoox) started selling high-end fashion online. While its entrance to the luxury goods market was met with reluctance, it paved… Read More
S&P Global Market Intelligence | COVID-Era Private Credit Trends
A rash of covenant violations due to government-mandated shutdowns has forced lenders to reevaluate portfolio companies and rewrite covenants. As a result, new trends have taken shape in private credit… Read More
Wall Street Journal | Medical-Device Investment Rises in Second Quarter
Brian Bock, Lincoln International Managing Director, discusses with the The Wall Street Journal how investments in the medical device sector have been impacted by the #COVID19 pandemic and the expectation that they should rise… Read More
New Generation of Investment Opportunities in Human Capital Management Result from COVID-19
Few would disagree that 2019 was a candidate driven market when it came to hiring. With low unemployment and the underlying health of the economy sound, employers had to compete… Read More
As Outdoor Recreation Increases, So Does Opportunity for Investors
Over the past several years, an increasing number of US consumers have focused on living healthier lifestyles, driving growth for active and outdoor recreation sectors. This trend has continued despite… Read More
Mergermarket | Consumer Trendspotter on European M&A
View original document here, published July 17, 2020. Written by Mergermarket, the leading provider of forward-looking… Read More
Preparing for Discussions with Potential Investors in Uncertain Times
As COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc on the economy, being recession resilient is no longer enough. Investors are looking for businesses that can withstand the unanticipated and unimaginable – circumstances… Read More
Increased E-commerce Sales Generate Opportunities for Material Handling Automation Investors
Rapidly growing e-commerce sales, both in total dollars and as a percentage of total retail sales, is driving demand for more automated warehouse and distribution solutions. This has transformed warehouse… Read More
Webinar | Europe: Our Latest Insights on Valuations and Financings Market Conditions as We Enter Q3 2020
On Wednesday, July 8, 2020, experts in Lincoln International’s Financial Sponsors Group, Valuations & Opinions Group and Capital Advisory Group join forces to discuss insights into the European valuations and… Read More
Mint | Specialty Chemicals Biz Pique PE Players’ Interest
Originally published by Mint on July 3, 2020. Preet Singh, Managing Director in Lincoln International’s Industrials Group, discusses why chemicals companies in India are greatly attracting investors. Click here to… Read More
Webinar | Panel Discussion on Fairness Opinions GP-Led Secondaries
Chris Gregory joins Kirkland & Ellis’ Asia Liquidity Solutions webinar series alongside panelists from Houlihan Lokey and Duff & Phelps. The panel discussed fairness opinions in GP-Led Secondary Fund Recapitalizations (“GP-Leds”)… Read More
CNBC Squawk Box Feature | Should Amazon Buy Macy’s?
View original post from CNBC on June 30, 2020 here. As brick-and-mortar shops maintain over 80% of retail sales, e-commerce platforms are exploring opportunities to take a slice of that revenue.… Read More
Unquote | Lincoln International Discusses European Gym Market
Aude Doyen and Harry Kalmanowicz, Lincoln Managing Directors, discuss with Unquote how the gym sector has been impacted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As gyms and fitness clubs across Europe… Read More
Webinar | Private Credit Forum: BDC and Private Credit Mid-Year Update
On Thursday, June 25, 2020, Deloitte, Dechert LLP & Lincoln International discussed the state of the market mid-2020. Please complete the form below to request access to this recording
Barron’s | Dominic Rispoli Discusses Retail Sector
Dominic Rispoli, Lincoln Managing Director, discusses with Barron’s how the retail sector has been impacted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Particularly, the pandemic has underlined the power of Amazon, which… Read More
Time to Get In: Resiliency & Continuation of the “Electronics Super-Cycle” Power Investor Interest in EMS
Now more than ever, digital connectivity is critical as COVID-19 creates physical distance between people and businesses. The electronics super-cycle is driven by demand for the connection of everything. While… Read More
How to Approach Your Q2 Private Company Valuations
Q2 is all about ensuring you do not “Double Count” Q1 valuation considerations but rather “True-Up” analyses with incremental findings and new information As the first quarter ended on March… Read More
Bright Road Ahead for Investors in the Automotive Aftermarket
As Americans keep close tabs on their budgets and have more time on their hands while at home, the thought of personally performing maintenance and repairs, such as changing a… Read More
Webinar | Analyzing Automotive Investment Opportunities in a Volatile Environment
On June 4, 2020, experts in the automotive supply sector from Lincoln International and Conway MacKenzie hosted a panel discussion providing valuable insights regarding the current industry outlook and recovery… Read More
A Modern Approach to Good Faith Determination of Fair Value: New Guidance & Implications for Fund Board Members and Advisors
On April 21, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) proposed a rule (“Proposed Rule”) setting forth a framework and minimum standards for boards of directors in fair valuing investments… Read More
Emerging IoT Innovations Attract Corporate and Private Equity Investment
The Internet of Things (IoT) has experienced steady uptake in recent years, offering businesses a range of cost-saving benefits including improved productivity, enhanced situational awareness and a reduction in human… Read More
Webinar | 10 Weeks Into the COVID-19 Crisis: What We’re Seeing in European Deal Financings and Valuations
On May 28, 2020, Lincoln International’s European Debt Advisory and Valuations Groups led an exclusive “ZoomCast” interactive webinar with a panel of Lincoln’s capital markets experts discussing the fast-changing financing… Read More