Market Insights

  1. Founders’ Mike McCraw Interviewed by Thomas Cox

    Recently, Mike McCraw, Managing Director at Founders Advisors, sat down with MealFit CEO Thomas Cox to discuss how and when entrepreneurs may decide to tap the capital markets, Founders’ relationship-driven approach to M&A, and the importance of mentorship in life and in business.

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  2. Vaughn McCrary Inducted into Founders Advisors Bullpen Hall of Fame

    At Founders we love to celebrate the milestones and achievements of our team members, and none more so than the recipient of our annual Bullpen Hall of Fame award. In April, coinciding with the firm’s anniversary and annual crawfish boil, Founders selects a bullpen alum to recognize for their outstanding contributions to our firm. The…

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  3. An Update on WTI Oil Prices and Inventory Dynamics

    By: Tripp Salem April 20, 2020 was an historic day whereby futures for U.S. crude plummeted to the point of going negative for the first time ever, revealing the extent to which the coronavirus pandemic has obliterated demand for oil. This unprecedented chain of events threatens to overwhelm domestic storage capacity, and has already led…

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  4. Founders’ COVID-19 Update – April 22, 2020

    By: Wesley Legg and Scott David US daily cases have plateaued, and now much of the focus is on how and when to reopen the country. Last week, the White House issued guidance to states, but acknowledged the ultimate decision rested with state officials. Testing remains an area of concern, with most agreeing we need…

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  5. Founders April 2020 Oil & Gas Market Update

    In this edition of the Founders Oil & Gas Market Update, we discuss how COVID-19 is impacting energy markets and causing unprecedented disruption. With further gyrations expected in the coming days and weeks, we are in the middle innings of an historic chain of events.​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Follow the link to read the Newsletter – Founders April Oil &…

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  6. Founders Hosts Virtual 17th Annual Crawfish Boil

    Each year Founders hosts a Crawfish Boil in April to celebrate the firm’s anniversary. Our joie de vivre (enjoyment of life) not only shows in our deals, but also in our celebrations. With the current impact of COVID-19 on each of our lives, we decided the party must go on, and we hosted the first ever…

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