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Stress-Testing the Links: Why a Supply Chain Resiliency Test Belongs in Every M&A Due Diligence Playbook

A flawless income statement means little if the target’s supply chain depends on a single supplier in a geopolitically volatile region—and you discover that after closing. This article breaks down how a structured supply chain resiliency test during M&A due diligence reveals hidden valuation risk, unlocks post-close value creation, and sharpens negotiation leverage, with real-world cases from the semiconductor crisis, Apple, and Pfizer. In your last deal, did you stress-test the supply chain as rigorously as the financials?

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Stress-Testing the Links: Why a Supply Chain Resiliency Test Belongs in Every M&A Due Diligence Playbook

March 31, 2026

A flawless income statement means little if the target’s supply chain depends on a single supplier in a geopolitically volatile region—and you discover that after closing. This article breaks down how a structured supply chain resiliency test during M&A due diligence reveals hidden valuation risk, unlocks post-close value creation, and sharpens negotiation leverage, with real-world…
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The Digital Heart Transplant: A Surgeon’s Guide to Post-Merger IT Consolidation Without Flatlining Operations

March 26, 2026

Post-merger IT consolidation is like a digital heart transplant; success hinges on more than just technology. We explore a three-part framework—strategic planning, disciplined execution, and people-centric change management—to ensure the new entity thrives without flatlining operations. What’s the biggest IT integration challenge you’ve ever faced?
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Beyond the Buzz: A Deep Dive into Rentokil Initial’s Serial Acquisition Machine

March 24, 2026

While tech giants grab the M&A headlines, Rentokil Initial quietly executes hundreds of deals, building a global empire in pest control and hygiene. Our deep dive unpacks their disciplined playbook, from financing small “bolt-on” acquisitions to integrating the massive $6.7B Terminix deal. Is this industrialized approach to M&A the most underrated strategy in today’s market?
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Funding the Fortress: A Guide to 6 Hybrid Debt Instruments in Complex Leveraged Buyouts

March 19, 2026

Complex LBOs require more than just senior debt; they demand a sophisticated toolkit to navigate today’s challenging markets. Our latest article dissects six powerful hybrid debt instruments, from classic mezzanine to modern unitranche, providing a practical framework for when and how to deploy them. Which hybrid instrument do you see gaining the most traction in…
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Daily Deal Spotlight: Peabody Energy’s $2.1 Billion Bet on Anglo American’s Coal Business

November 26, 2024

Peabody Energy is betting big with a $2.1 billion loan to acquire Anglo American’s steelmaking coal operations in Australia! This deal highlights private credit’s growing role in ESG-sensitive sectors. Will this move solidify Peabody’s position in metallurgical coal?
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Daily Deal Spotlight: Mubadala Capital Takes CI Financial Private in $3.4 Billion Deal

November 25, 2024

This bold move marks one of Abu Dhabi’s largest-ever privatizations in the financial sector. With CI’s C$518 billion in client assets and a C$12.1 billion enterprise value, this deal brings long-term capital and stability to the Canadian wealth manager. What does this mean for global finance and CI’s future?
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Daily Deal Spotlight: Honeywell Divests PPE Business for $1.33 Billion

November 22, 2024

Honeywell makes a bold move! The industrial giant is selling its PPE business to Protective Industrial Products for $1.33 billion in cash. This divestment positions Honeywell to focus on high-growth megatrends like automation and energy transition while Protective Industrial Products scales its global presence. What’s your take on this strategic deal?
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Daily Deal Spotlight: Mediaocean’s Strategic Acquisition of Innovid

November 21, 2024

Mediaocean acquires Innovid for $500M, merging it with Flashtalking to create a global ad tech powerhouse. This move positions Mediaocean to challenge Google’s dominance with innovative ad delivery and measurement solutions. What’s your take on this merger?
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