With the market giving off mixed signals, what’s the best
strategy for your business?
Mergers and acquisitions are back in the news. For the first
time in a decade, big banks merged,
while GE continued to spin off parts of itself
and Tesla made a move towards
vertical integration. Business strategies need to be nimble and proactive to
ensure continued success.
If market forces or the internal needs of your business
suggest that a merger, acquisition, or spin-off might be the best next move,
Asterion’s consultants can help evaluate the financial effects of any potential
transaction you’re considering.
When market changes impact your business, how will you respond?
Business disruptions can come from many directions. Mattel continues to
struggle with changes in the toy market. Payless Shoes has entered
bankruptcy for a second time. An SEC probe and a
generational shift in taste
preferences are impacting Kraft, and one of J&J’s
talc suppliers has filed for bankruptcy in the face of expanding
litigation risks. An effective response to such disruptions often requires the
assistance of outside professionals.
If market changes have revealed weak spots in your
business, consider contacting Asterion. Our Performance Optimization,
Restructuring, and Turnaround professionals have the experience and skills to
help your business thrive again.
FYI
The U. S. Supreme Court has announced another unanimous
decision in Timbs v. Indiana, holding that the Eighth
Amendment’s bar against excessive fines is applicable in the states.
Trends
We’re Watching
Auto loans
are defaulting in record numbers; subprime loans may be a
factor.
On
the Lighter Side: So many surprises, not all of them good
Sacrebleu! The French have recognized lightsaber
dueling as a sport, and break-dancing will be one of the sports
nominated to debut at the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
Grand Canyon National Park was created 100 years ago today. Unfortunately, the
discovery that a forgotten
bucket of uranium was stored in the open may dampen the enthusiasm
for a celebration.
These are not the tomatoes you’re looking for.
What’s Puzzling Us: Why Don’t People Make Contingency Plans?
Please don’t take your passwords to the grave.
The Thread Recommends:Ice cream that helps you sleep at night.
Spotlight on Mergers and Acquisitions
Asterion, Inc. has experience in assisting businesses, funds, law firms and individuals before, during and after a merger or acquisition transaction.