Frank’s International N.V. (NYSE:FI) announced today that they have agreed to acquire Timco Services, Inc. The deal is scheduled to close in the second quarter of 2015, subject to regulatory approval and other customary closing conditions. Mike Maraist and Mark Guidry, owners of Timco, attended a FOUNDERS FORUM in 2013 and principals of Founders advised…
By Duane Donner, Managing Partner Most companies are valued by applying a multiple to the businesses EBITDA (earnings before interest taxes, depreciation, and amortization). However, buyers will closely examine the revenue streams generating that EBITDA and assess the quality thereof. Here are a few things buyers will look for when assessing a company’s revenue streams.
By Wesley Legg, Chief Operating Officer The median debt percentage for middle-market deals continues to rise. Lenders are loosening their purse strings, as the market continues to recover and loan default rates remain low versus historical standards. This is one of the dynamics pushing middle-market valuations higher and making for a seller’s market in most…
Birmingham, Ala. (February 13, 2015) – Founders Investment Banking, LLC (“Founders”) is pleased to announce that GradesFirst has completed a strategic sale to The Advisory Board Company (NASDAQ: ABCO), a global technology, research, and consulting firm serving the higher education and health care markets. The Advisory Board Company will include GradesFirst’s functionality in the flagship…
By Duane Donner, Managing Director 2015 Outlook Most O&G companies are waiting out the volatility in the commodity markets before pulling the trigger on any further acquisition or capital spending plans; however, as the market begins to stabilize, many firms are expected to be on the hunt for acquisitions. As certain companies, especially those with…
By: Zane Tarence, Technology Practice Managing Director You’ve decided you want to sell your equity. While this is an important decision, it might be a good idea to take a step back, ask yourself some questions and make sure that now is really the best time. Take an honest look at your business, and maybe…