Growing Into New Geographical Markets Entering new geographical markets can be a great way to grow. In fact, according to our recent research it is currently…
Using Purchase Order Financing to Access Working Capital Purchase order financing, or P.O. financing as some may know it, is a no-interest, short-term finance arrangement in which a…
Why Revenue Growth is the CEO’s Job Improving a company’s bottom line can improve ratios and financial statements, but it often doesn’t fundamentally change the company’s long-term…
Which Way to Grow? Horizontal vs. Vertical Mergers There are many ways to grow a business. When it comes to mergers and acquisitions (commonly referred to as “inorganic…
Understanding Asset vs. Stock Sales For business owners looking to divest their current interest in a company, there are two main ways to do this…
Insights into the Highly Competitive Debt Market of 2015 The first quarter of 2015 is in the history books and has left many people scratching their heads, asking the…
A Deal Like No Other: Selling a Business For all entrepreneurs, selling a business is a complex and delicate process that requires preparation, shrewd maneuvering and self-control —…
What Do Rising Interest Rates Mean for Manufacturing? Welcome to “Ask an Investment Banker,” where we ask investment bankers on Axial questions submitted by middle market CEOs. Today,…
Are You Too Small for Private Equity? Owners of small and medium-sized companies frequently believe they are either too small for private equity, or that this form…