Middle market M&A activity decelerated in Q3 2022 Deal volume declined 11% YoY to 13,619 during the TTM period ended September 2022 Total deal value shrank by 14.6% to $349.5 billion during the same period Valuation multiples spiked to 8.1x TTM adjusted EBITDA in Q3 2022, a 20-year high Macroeconomic headwinds slowed capital formation Leveraged […]
You give, we match. We are proud to stand with people around the world to raise awareness and support for those helping our communities. Please consider helping to double our impact. This Giving Tuesday, we’re adding the Children’s Healing Center to the growing list of organizations we support. The Center is an oasis for members […]
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Middle market M&A activity continued to moderate in Q2 2022 Deal volume declined 7% YoY to 13,753 during the TTM ended June 2022 Total deal value shrank by 2% to $376.6 billion during the same period Valuation multiples eased to 7.4x TTM adjusted EBITDA in Q2 2022 from 7.5x in the previous quarter Macroeconomic headwinds […]
Middle market M&A results were mixed in Q1 2022 Deal volume rose 11% to 14,570 during the TTM ended March 2022 Total deal value increased 32% to $411 billion during the same period Valuation multiples pulled back to 7.3x TTM adjusted EBITDA in Q1 2022 from 7.5x in the previous quarter Debt is becoming cost […]
We understand middle market companies and what drives value, because we have hands-on experience navigating dynamic situations as owners, operators and advisors. Whether approaching new problems with one-of-a-kind solutions or addressing familiar needs with proven processes, your experience matters to us. Our team listens well and doesn’t jump to conclusions. We collaborate on strategies and […]
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Companies, corporations, and private equity groups retain us to advise on financial or strategic divestitures and sales. Our commitment to client service, experience, and proven process help lead to optimal outcomes in reasonable timeframes. Learn more about our Mergers & Acquisitions Processes:
Middle market M&A continued to soar in Q4 2021 Deal volume rose 23% to 15,197 during the TTM ended December 2021 Total deal value ballooned 56% to $432 billion during the same period Valuation multiples jumped to 7.3x TTM adjusted EBITDA in 2021, establishing a new, multi-year high The market remains awash in debt and […]
Waséyabek acquires Otsego manufacturer that will help further grow revenue for tribe GRAND RAPIDS — Waséyabek Development Co. LLC is venturing into uncharted territories for tribal economic development firms following a new acquisition. Waséyabek, the non-gaming economic development arm of the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi, announced today that it has acquired Otsego-based Safari […]
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Middle market M&A reached new highs in Q3 2021 Deal volume increased 20% to 14,228 during the trailing twelve months ended September Total deal value swelled 56% to $394 billion during the same period Valuation multiples expanded to 7.6x TTM adjusted EBITDA, beating the levels seen in the pre-pandemic period Debt and equity continue to […]
M&A activity hit new highs in Q2 2021 Deal volume increased sharply in Q2 2021 driven by liquidity, low borrowing costs and seller interest Total middle market deal value continued to climb, making Q2 2021 a record quarter Valuation multiples rebounded in Q2 2021, returning to levels seen before the pandemic The availability of debt […]
M&A Quarterly Review—4th Quarter 2022
Middle market M&A activity decelerated in Q3 2022 Deal volume declined 11% YoY to 13,619 during the TTM period ended September 2022 Total deal value shrank by 14.6% to $349.5 billion during the same period Valuation multiples spiked to 8.1x TTM adjusted EBITDA in Q3 2022, a 20-year high Macroeconomic headwinds slowed capital formation Leveraged […]
Together we give—Please help double our impact
You give, we match. We are proud to stand with people around the world to raise awareness and support for those helping our communities. Please consider helping to double our impact. This Giving Tuesday, we’re adding the Children’s Healing Center to the growing list of organizations we support. The Center is an oasis for members […]
M&A Quarterly Review—3rd Quarter 2022
Middle market M&A activity continued to moderate in Q2 2022 Deal volume declined 7% YoY to 13,753 during the TTM ended June 2022 Total deal value shrank by 2% to $376.6 billion during the same period Valuation multiples eased to 7.4x TTM adjusted EBITDA in Q2 2022 from 7.5x in the previous quarter Macroeconomic headwinds […]
M&A Quarterly Review—2nd Quarter 2022
Middle market M&A results were mixed in Q1 2022 Deal volume rose 11% to 14,570 during the TTM ended March 2022 Total deal value increased 32% to $411 billion during the same period Valuation multiples pulled back to 7.3x TTM adjusted EBITDA in Q1 2022 from 7.5x in the previous quarter Debt is becoming cost […]
Blue Water Runs Deep – Why BlueWater Partners
We understand middle market companies and what drives value, because we have hands-on experience navigating dynamic situations as owners, operators and advisors. Whether approaching new problems with one-of-a-kind solutions or addressing familiar needs with proven processes, your experience matters to us. Our team listens well and doesn’t jump to conclusions. We collaborate on strategies and […]
Our Proven Processes – Mergers & Acquisitions
Companies, corporations, and private equity groups retain us to advise on financial or strategic divestitures and sales. Our commitment to client service, experience, and proven process help lead to optimal outcomes in reasonable timeframes. Learn more about our Mergers & Acquisitions Processes:
M&A Quarterly Review—1st Quarter 2022
Middle market M&A continued to soar in Q4 2021 Deal volume rose 23% to 15,197 during the TTM ended December 2021 Total deal value ballooned 56% to $432 billion during the same period Valuation multiples jumped to 7.3x TTM adjusted EBITDA in 2021, establishing a new, multi-year high The market remains awash in debt and […]
BlueWater Partners facilitates acquisition of Safari Circuits Inc. by Waséyabek Development Co. LLC
Waséyabek acquires Otsego manufacturer that will help further grow revenue for tribe GRAND RAPIDS — Waséyabek Development Co. LLC is venturing into uncharted territories for tribal economic development firms following a new acquisition. Waséyabek, the non-gaming economic development arm of the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi, announced today that it has acquired Otsego-based Safari […]
M&A Quarterly Review — 4th Quarter 2021
Middle market M&A reached new highs in Q3 2021 Deal volume increased 20% to 14,228 during the trailing twelve months ended September Total deal value swelled 56% to $394 billion during the same period Valuation multiples expanded to 7.6x TTM adjusted EBITDA, beating the levels seen in the pre-pandemic period Debt and equity continue to […]
M&A Quarterly Review — 3rd Quarter 2021
M&A activity hit new highs in Q2 2021 Deal volume increased sharply in Q2 2021 driven by liquidity, low borrowing costs and seller interest Total middle market deal value continued to climb, making Q2 2021 a record quarter Valuation multiples rebounded in Q2 2021, returning to levels seen before the pandemic The availability of debt […]