Consumer spending rose in April for services, dining and travel vs things. Public market activity dominates M&A. Carol VencilMay 28, 20212021
Public markets jittery for fear of central bank money policies, M&A activity remains robust. Carol VencilMay 21, 2021
Retail sales were flat in April, consumers spent on services not things. M&A activity builds. Carol VencilMay 14, 20212021
M&A activity for middle market digital know-how is robust; begs the question of the market opportunity going forward. Carol VencilMay 7, 20212021
US economy growth is projected to lead a robust consumer recovery; early indicators highlight potential supply chain shortfalls to meet demand. Carol VencilApril 30, 20212021
M&A activity is set to outpace recent years in multiple industry sectors; yet in some, it feels like 2008. Carol VencilApril 23, 20212021
M&A industry outlook remains positive with US retail sales up 26% in March to LY, likely tax changes in the US and dry powder sitting on the sidelines. Carol VencilApril 16, 20212021
M&A industry outlook remains positive with US retail sales up 26% in March to LY, likely tax changes in the US and dry powder sitting on the sidelines. Carol VencilApril 9, 20212021
Many brands are seeing a welcomed surge from consumer confidence and back-to-work sentiment. The new normal conversation raises questions and investors are maintaining apprehensive outlooks. Carol VencilApril 2, 20212021
With March bringing its usual madness, M&A activity is in wellness and outdoor sectors. Carol VencilMarch 26, 20212021
M&A announcements were lighter this week; while markets appear to be showing optimism for a continued recovery. Carol VencilMarch 19, 20212021
For International Womens Month, we honor industry colleagues! Congratulations to Clerisy’s, Alexandra Wilkis Wilson and Lisa Myers fund launch and investment in Dormify. Carol VencilMarch 12, 20212021
Transaction activity remains robust with the third US approved vaccine. Carol VencilMarch 5, 20212021
Is there a retail resurgence occurring? National Retail Federation believes so and is forecasting retail sales could rise 8.2% in 2021 Carol VencilFebruary 26, 20212021
As the deep freeze continues across the country, M&A sees no interruption. Carol VencilFebruary 19, 20212021
With Chinese New Year upon us and production facilities pausing, M&A deals continue to flow Carol VencilFebruary 12, 20212021
As we await the Superbowl, some news: JD Sports Fashion plc acquired DTLR, Inc. Villa Carol VencilFebruary 5, 20212021
In the David v. Goliath saga brought on by ‘Wall Street Bets’, lots of eyes are on the markets Carol VencilJanuary 29, 20212021
In M&A news, Belk is exploring discussions with its lenders to avoid a costly reorganization Carol VencilJanuary 22, 20212021
