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JUNE 15, 2023
A host of worries -- inflation and interest rates, global conflicts and a looming recession, as well as the roller coaster ride that's inherent in stock investing -- can make it easy to question the safety of trusting much of your nest egg in the public markets. So, when asking yourself if it's safe to invest today, perhaps the better question is to ask instead: Is it safe not to?
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JUNE 15, 2023
Capitol Imaging operates multiple imaging facilities in the Gulf South. The post Clearview-backed Capitol Imaging acquires Houston Premier Radiology Center and Alliance MRI appeared first on PE Hub.
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The Motley Fool
JUNE 15, 2023
Are you hoping to retire with a seven-figure nest egg? Becoming a millionaire by retirement is a lofty goal but can help ensure your later years are comfortable and free of financial stress. If you want to have substantial wealth as a senior, though, there are a few key steps to take right now, before it's too late. Here's what you need to do. Image source: Getty Images. 1.
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JUNE 15, 2023
Nwestco CEO Tim Gibbar will continue to lead the business and retain a significant ownership stake in the company. The post Guardian scoops up fuel and car wash equipment provider Nwestco appeared first on PE Hub.
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JUNE 15, 2023
Ken Griffin's Citadel reported a record profit of $16 billion last year, bring its total earnings to $66 billion since its inception in 1990. That makes Griffin the most successful hedge fund manager in history, according to LCH Investments. It also makes him an excellent source of inspiration for individual investors. On that note, Griffin sold nearly all of his Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) stock in the first quarter, but he bought a significant stake in the Invesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ: QQQ) , a growth-f
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JUNE 15, 2023
TA Associates closes fifteenth fund at $16.5 billion. The post TA Associates to ‘build lasting value in exceptional businesses’ with TA XV; Clearview Capital adds on appeared first on PE Hub.
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JUNE 15, 2023
Based in Dallas, Dynamic is a provider of vascular access insertion services. The post RiverGlade-backed Dynamic Access buys I.V. Nurse Consultants appeared first on PE Hub.
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JUNE 15, 2023
Walgreens Boots Alliance (NASDAQ: WBA) is a big, trusted, pharmacy retailer that most consumers have likely visited at some point. But as an investment, it has been underwhelming, to say the least. Its shares have plummeted 50% over the past five years -- and for investors, buying the dip simply hasn't paid off. Could the next five years be any better for the stock?
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JUNE 15, 2023
Founder Chris Finnoff and the management team will remain with the company. The post New State-backed NS Aviation acquires Finnoff Aviation Products appeared first on PE Hub.
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JUNE 15, 2023
There's no doubt that Social Security can sometimes be a complex and confusing system. With so much information -- that's constantly changing, nonetheless -- going around, it's easy for some things to fall through the cracks. Here are three common Social Security mistakes you'll want to make sure you're avoiding. 1. Not knowing how much of your retirement income it'll be Social Security plays different roles in people's retirement income.
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JUNE 15, 2023
Advanco is the provider of supply chain solutions focusing on the pharmaceutical industry. The post Parabellum Investments-backed Advanco acquires manufacturing automation provider Vantage appeared first on PE Hub.
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JUNE 15, 2023
The largest Social Security check available in 2023 would provide $4,555 in monthly income. While getting this much retirement money sounds great, it isn't going to happen for most people. Anticipating you'll receive such a large Social Security benefit is nothing more than a fantasy in the majority of situations. Here's why. Image source: Getty Images.
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JUNE 15, 2023
Yellow Wood, Wind Point, L Catterton and TruArc Partners are some of the firms investing in the BPC sector. The post Lipstick effect: 6 PE-backed beauty and personal care deals appeared first on PE Hub.
The Motley Fool
JUNE 15, 2023
What happened Some electric vehicle (EV) sector stocks are having a good week, and some are having an exceptional one. The stocks of solid-state battery maker QuantumScape (NYSE: QS) and Chinese EV maker Nio (NYSE: NIO) have jumped by about 25% and 26%, respectively, since last Friday's close. But shares of electric truckmaker Nikola (NASDAQ: NKLA) have soared over 100% as of Thursday afternoon, according to data provided by S&P Global Market Intelligence.
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JUNE 15, 2023
The seller is Vista Equity Partners. The post Blackstone completes take-private buyout of Cvent for $4.6bn appeared first on PE Hub.
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JUNE 15, 2023
The stock market has been resolute, and even some uncertainty about the future course of monetary policy from the Federal Reserve wasn't enough to stop the markets' upward momentum on Thursday. Gains of more than 1% for the Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX: ^IXIC) , S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) , and Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJINDICES: ^DJI) were broad-based, rebutting some arguments that the stock market's recent rally hasn't included enough stocks: Index Daily Percentage Change Daily Point
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JUNE 15, 2023
Origin Bank provided senior debt financing for the deal. The post LVC invests in Global Gourmet Food Solutions appeared first on PE Hub.
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JUNE 15, 2023
The artificial intelligence (AI) boom in stocks is here. As companies roll out and announce new AI initiatives, investors appear to be jumping on them, expecting there to be significant growth opportunities (and returns) ahead. There are some exciting developments in AI that could improve workflows and change jobs and industries, but that could be years away from becoming a reality.
Private Equity Insights
JUNE 15, 2023
SoftwareOne Holding AG’s board said Bain Capital’s 2.93bn Swiss-franc ($3.2bn) offer to take the IT services provider private undervalues the company, the latest hurdle in the private equity firm’s attempt to buy a European tech company. The board, excluding founder Daniel von Stockar who recused himself, voted unanimously that the offer was not sufficiently substantiated, SoftwareOne said in a statement.
The Motley Fool
JUNE 15, 2023
Is the bull market back? Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) investors seem to think so. After going on a multi-week streak, shares of the electric vehicle (EV) maker are now up a staggering 131% this year, giving it a market capitalization of $782 billion and adding hundreds of billions in value in just a few short months. Yet, the stock is still down significantly from all-time highs in 2021 when, in what seemed like a fever dream at the time, shares went vertical and hit a market cap of over $1.2 trillion.
Private Equity Insights
JUNE 15, 2023
Private equity firm, ChrysCapital, announced a $100m investment in eyewear company Lenskart. This latest investment from ChrysCapital brings Lenskart’s total capital infusion to nearly $850m within the past year, the statement added. Lenskart, which has 20m customers, is also expanding internationally across Asia and the Middle East, it said.
The Motley Fool
JUNE 15, 2023
The S&P 500 fell into a bear market early last year, but the index recently surpassed the threshold that some investors see as the beginning of the next bull market. Specifically, the S&P 500 is up more than 20% from the bear market low it hit last October. However, the index is still down 10% from its all-time high, so some investors and analysts say the bear market has yet to end.
Private Equity Insights
JUNE 15, 2023
London-based Permira Credit has closed its fifth direct lending fund, Permira Credit Solutions Fund V (PCS5), at €4.2bn, above its €4bn target. The fund, which is already 37% invested and committed, aims to provide long-term lending to mid-market companies across Europe. David Hirschmann, head of private credit at Permira Credit, said that the fund’s capital would be deployed “in a growing market that continues to present attractive risk-adjusted opportunities in the current economic backdrop”.
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JUNE 15, 2023
Image source: Getty Images There are a ton of great tools out there that can help make it easier to run your small business. Some of those tools, like small business credit cards , are helpful for pretty much everyone. Other tools, however, are really only useful for certain types of businesses. But, if you happen to run one of those businesses, they can be really useful.
Private Equity Insights
JUNE 15, 2023
EQT Private Equity, together with its co-shareholders, sells BBS Automation to MDAX-listed Dürr Group. Under EQT’s ownership, BBS has transformed from a founder-led organization to a global leader in end-to-end factory automation solutions with full digital capabilities. EQT Private Equity partnered with Josef Wildgruber in May 2018 and acquired a majority stake in BBS with a joint vision to build a leading global platform for factory automation.
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JUNE 15, 2023
In 2022, the Biden Administration announced plans to forgive as much as $20,000 in federal student loans per borrower, in a sweeping plan that is estimated to cost $400 billion to implement. However, the plan has been challenged, and is currently in the hands of the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court's ruling on the legality of the forgiveness plan is expected in the coming weeks, and this begs the question: What happens next if student loan forgiveness is not allowed to proceed?
Private Equity Professional
JUNE 15, 2023
DealerShop, a portfolio company of Resilience Capital Partners, has acquired Jobbers Automotive. Resilience acquired DealerShop (then Leader Auto Resources) in April 2020. DealerShop is a provider of buying group services including high-volume and private-label products, direct products and services, equipment for buildout or retrofit of new dealerships and collision centers, and training.
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JUNE 15, 2023
Image source: Getty Images Starting a business of your own can be a great way to earn a living, although it's not a sure thing. The Bureau of Labor Statistics data consistently shows that about one in five small businesses will fail within the first two years. Because there are some risks involved, you'll want to be sure you're in a good financial position before you jump into becoming an entrepreneur.
Private Equity Professional
JUNE 15, 2023
Flow Control Holdings, a portfolio company of Audax Private Equity, has acquired the U.S. operations of Strahman Holdings. Strahman is a manufacturer of industrial valves and washdown products sold under three brands, Strahman Process Valves, BI-TORQ Valve Automation, and Strahman Washdown Equipment. Strahman’s process products include ball valves, diaphragm valves, sampling valves, and check valves… This content is for members only.
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JUNE 15, 2023
For more crisp and insightful business and economic news, subscribe to The Daily Upside newsletter. It's completely free and we guarantee you'll learn something new every day. The days of digging through your purse, backpack or pockets to find your car keys may soon be over: Ford wants to make your car a keyless experience. The company is seeking to patent a method for " enhanced biometric authorization.
Private Equity Professional
JUNE 15, 2023
Arlington Capital Partners has acquired Pegasus Steel, a provider of fabricated steel structures and assemblies to the nuclear-powered shipbuilding sector. Pegasus Steel’s products are used in the construction of submarines, aircraft carriers and other naval and industrial systems. The company specializes in cutting, forming, machining and welding of large-scale, complex fabrications.
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JUNE 15, 2023
A short squeeze can generate outsize returns on capital in a hurry. This process, defined as a flood of short covering following a sharp uptick in a stock's price, can turn into a runaway positive feedback loop, sparking a parabolic upturn in a company's share price. Beaten-down healthcare stocks Editas Medicine (NASDAQ: EDIT) and B luebird Bio (NASDAQ: BLUE) could be two of the market's best short-squeeze candidates right now.
Private Equity Insights
JUNE 15, 2023
TA Associates, a leading global private equity firm, announced the completion of fundraising for its latest flagship fund, TA XV, with total limited partner commitments at its hard cap of $16.5bn. Launched in late November 2022, TA XV was oversubscribed and exceeded its initial target size. TA XV is the successor to TA XIV, which closed in June 2021 at its hard cap of $12.5bn.
The Motley Fool
JUNE 15, 2023
There are still some negative headlines these days, mostly about the possibility of a recession. But with inflation showing some signs of cooling down, and the stock market in bull market territory, there is certainly some optimism as well. Regardless of your perspective, seeking out quality investments is always a good idea, no matter what's going on in the economy.
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