Market Insights

  1. Return on Character

      By: Duane Donner We’re emphasizing leadership in our firm right now and in that effort our team is revisiting several great sources on the subject, including Jim Collins’ book, Good To Great, and specifically the chapter of Level 5 leadership.  If you’re not familiar with the book, Mr. Collins and his team set out…

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  2. Oil & Gas Services Mid-Year M&A Review

    By: John Ortstadt Current Market Commentary Strategic and financial buyers have been slow to move on acquisitions in 2015. In light of renewed uncertainty in oil prices, we expect buyers to remain patient in their approach of potential acquisitions. The conservative strategy limits a buyer from capitalizing on discounted valuations, but protects them from additional…

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  3. M&A Activity On Pace For A Record Year

    By J. Wesley Legg This week the Wall Street Journal reported that global mergers and acquisitions could reach $4.58 trillion this year, assuming the current pace holds up.  That would exceed the $4.29 trillion takeover deal announcements in 2007.  The article noted that investors are “starved for companies that can show growth”.  This combined with healthy…

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  4. South Louisiana Forum (June 2015)

    Founders hosted their annual Fish & Forum along with John Spears, President of Spears & Associates, down at Cameron Meadows Lodge in Johnsons Bayou, LA. Day one of the event included fishing in the marsh and an airboat hog hunt on the 19,000 acre property.  Once again Mrs. Vicki didn’t disappoint with her savory bowl…

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  5. Case Study: South Cypress Growth Capital Funding

    South Cypress offers first quality tile, stone, glass, wood, laminate and vinyl flooring products via a virtual showroom that provides customers with the benefits of shopping in a physical store while offering the convenience and broader selection available from shopping online. Founded in 2005, the Company aims to provide an excellent customer experience through detailed…

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