Grant Thornton
Deals, leverage on the up but refinancing remains a worry
Renewed confidence is propelling the nascent recovery. But pressure to deploy capital and refinance companies means uncertainty persists. Kimberly Romaine reports.
Running for the exit?
Exit numbers are set to boom in the coming months as market conditions improve, according to research. While trade sales are very much the preferred route for private equity investors, IPOs remain unattractive. John Bakie gives an overview.
Firms will not pay too much despite pressure on funds
Half of private equity professionals say they are under pressure to deploy funds, but say they will not acquire assets at multiples higher than the industry average, according to Grant Thornton.
Vantis appoints client partner
Vantis Business Recovery Services (BRS), a division of UK accounting, tax and business advisory group Vantis, has appointed Gareth Morris as client partner.