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Outlook for M&A Deal Volumes and Valuations in 2012:
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January 5, 2012 - Outlook for M&A Deal Volumes and Valuations in 2012. We consider deal volumes, valuations, leverage multiples, as well as demand from strategic buyers and financial buyers. Tulsa Business Journal Feature Article by ClearRidge Capital. Click "More" for the Full Article.
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[m&a blog] 7 Lesser Known Challenges of Selling a Privately-Owned Business:
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December 19, 2011: 7 Lesser Known Challenges of Selling a Privately-Owned Business. We discuss some of the frequent challenges that can occur when selling a company: Employees, Price, Structure, Protection ... [click "More" for the full article]
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[m&a blog] Recapitalize Your Company? For and Against.:
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November 16, 2011: [m&a blog] Recapitalize Your Company? For and Against. What does it involve, why would a business owner consider it and what are the implications? [click "More" for the full article]
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[corporate finance blog] Filling a Void? Oklahoma Venture Capital and Growth Capital.:
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October 14, 2011: Filling a Void? Oklahoma Venture Capital and Growth Capital. Oklahoma has a need for more robust venture capital, nurture capital and in some cases private equity, when an entrepreneur needs between $1 million and $5 million. [click "More" for the full article]
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SBS Industries, Inc. of Tulsa, OK acquired by Gladstone Investment Corporation (Nasdaq: GAIN). SBS Industries was advised by ClearRidge Capital.:
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September 1, 2011. Gladstone Investment Corporation (Nasdaq: GAIN) announced the acquisition of SBS Industries, Inc. of Tulsa, Oklahoma. SBS Industries was advised by ClearRidge Capital, an Oklahoma investment banking firm. SBS Industries founded in 1975 and headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is a manufacturer and value-added distributor of specialty fasteners and threaded screw products. Click More to read more about the deal.
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[acquisitions blog] Deal Closed: Online Datarooms and Due Diligence Management:
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September 29, 2011: Deal Closed: Online Datarooms and Due Diligence Management - an essential part of the sale process to maximize value. [click "More" for the full article]
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[acquisitions blog] Section 338 Business Sale. Stock Sale, with Asset Sale Tax Treatment:
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August 31, 2011: Section 338 Business Sale. Stock Sale, with Asset Sale Tax Treatment. What is a 338 Election? How would I use it when I sell my business? [click "More" for the full article]
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[corporate finance blog] Honor Thy Banks and Creditors. It is Good for Business.:
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September 15, 2011: Honor Thy Banks and Creditors. It is Good for Business. This article has steps to reduce business risks and loan problems [click "More" for the full article]
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CRTS, Inc. of Tulsa, OK acquired by Insituform Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: INSU). CRTS was advised by ClearRidge Capital.:
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July 5, 2011. Insituform Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: INSU) announced the acquisition of CRTS, Inc. of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Bruce Jones and Matthew Bristow of ClearRidge Capital were CRTS' advisor throughout the M&A sale process. CRTS, Inc., is a leader in pipeline coating services based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Click More to read full details of the transaction.
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[acquisitions blog] Industrial Manufacturing M&A Activity Up again in Q2 2011:
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August 19, 2011 - The value of Industrial Manufacturing M&A increased 70% in the second quarter of 2011. This is good news for the owners of Oklahoma manufacturing companies that want to sell their business in 2011, as there is a [click "More" for the full article]
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Lending for Business. Debt Ceiling Concerns?:
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July 28, 2011 - The debt ceiling debate in Washington, in addition to concerns about the economy, is causing anxiety for many CFOs and business owners. Click "More" below to read this article.
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How would high inflation affect Oklahoma businesses?:
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June 3, 2011. We highlight what to watch out for and consider some of the possible effects of high inflation on Oklahoma businesses. Click "More" below to read this article.
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When should you sign a Letter of Intent. Business Buyer vs. Business Seller?:
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May 18, 2011. Learn about timing for submission and execution a Letter of Intent (LOI) when a buying or selling a company. This is written for the perspective and benefit of a business seller. Click "More" below to read this article.
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Positive M&A trend gaining momentum for midsized private companies:
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April 25, 2011. The positive start for Oklahoma and Midwest mergers and acquisitions activity in 2011 is gaining strength and momentum. Higher prices, cash at closing, more deals getting done. Click "More" below to read this article.
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Consolidation in Oklahoma Community and Regional Banks?:
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April 11, 2011. We are going to consider the reasons behind the likely reduction in number of banks in Oklahoma and some of the implications. Is there anything that can be done to preserve more small, regional banks or is this change inevitable? Click "More" below to read this article.
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10 reasons why Spring 2011 could be a great time to sell your company.:
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A top 10 list of reasons why Spring 2011 could be a great time to sell your business - includes market data from Reuters, Federal Reserve, PwC, tax information, buyer information, as well as our insights from the M&A deals that we are working on at ClearRidge.
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Reuters: M&A has busiest January in 11 years:
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January 28, 2011. Dealmaking is back on the agenda as CEOs step up the hunt for ways to put a multitrillion-dollar cash pile to work, triggering the busiest January for M&A in 11 years. Click "More" below to read this article.
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Is 2011 a good time to sell my business?:
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January 26, 2011. Is 2011 a good time to sell my business? Click the "More" arrow below to read this article.
This is a recent article from ClearRidge's corporate finance blog @ The Journal Record, our weekly commentary for Oklahoma's Statewide daily business newspaper.
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Business Planning and Budgeting for 2011:
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November 8, 2010 - Business planning and budgeting for 2011. How can you plan the budget and capital for your business in 2011? Tulsa Business Journal Feature Article by Matthew Bristow, ClearRidge Capital. Click "More" for the Full Article.
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How Much Will Your Business Pay for Capital in 2011?:
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October 25, 2010 - How Much Will Your Business Pay for Capital in 2011? The short answer is likely to be: more than you expect. Tulsa Business Journal Feature Article by Matthew Bristow, ClearRidge Capital. Click "More" for the Full Article.
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Your Business Performance in the Next Four Months:
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September 2, 2010. ClearRidge Capital Update: Your Business Performance in the Next Four Months. Leverage and Debt levels in US Businesses and the US Economy. Planning for 2011. Click "More" below to read the full article.
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5 Questions with Bruce Jones: Tulsa World:
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August 20, 2010. Tulsa World 5 Questions with Bruce Jones, Managing Director ClearRidge Capital. Jones, a certified turnaround professional, has led countless restructuring, turnaround and M&A projects over the last 30 years. Click "More" below to read the full article.
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Commercial Real Estate to Destabilize Regional Banks:
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August 10, 2010. Commercial Real Estate to Destabilize Regional Banks. ClearRidge Capital Blog @ Journal Record Blog Hub. This blog is part of our weekly commentary for Oklahoma's Statewide daily business newspaper. Click "More" below to read the full article.
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39% Rise in M&A in 2010. 89% Expect M&A Volumes to Increase.:
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July 9, 2010. 39% Rise in M&A in 2010. 89% Expect M&A Volumes to Increase. ClearRidge Capital Blog @ Journal Record Blog Hub. This blog is part of our weekly commentary for Oklahoma's Statewide daily business newspaper. Click "More" below to read the full article.
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Cedar Creek buys three Texas distribution centers:
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June 3, 2010. Building materials distributor Cedar Creek acquired three Alamo Forest Products centers in Texas for an undisclosed amount Thursday. Click "More" below to read the full Journal Record article.
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Cedar Creek Lumber Announces a Recapitalization with Charlesbank:
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May 20, 2010. Cedar Creek announces a recapitalization by Charlesbank Capital Partners, who acquire majority ownership of Cedar Creek, the largest cedar distributor in the United States. Cedar Creek was advised by Bruce Jones of ClearRidge Capital. Click "More" below to read the full article.
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M&A Deal Outlook for 2010 is 78% Positive:
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April 16, 2010. ClearRidge Capital Blog @ Journal Record Blog Hub: M&A Deal Outlook for 2010 is 78% Positive. This blog is part of our weekly commentary for Oklahoma's Statewide daily business newspaper. Click "More" below to read the full article.
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Oklahoma M&A Data - Journal Record Tulsa:
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February 11, 2010. Matthew Bristow, Managing Director was interviewed on Oklahoma M&A activity in 2009 and 2010. The article appeared in Oklahoma's Statewide newspaper, Journal Record. Click "More" below to read the full article.
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Matthew Bristow on CREC Oklahoma Forecast 2010 Panel:
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February 2, 2010 - Matthew Bristow was a Panelist at CREC Forecast 2010 Conference in OKC, along with Jim Huntzinger, CIO for BOK Financial Corporation and Rick Dowell, President of Dowell Properties Inc. Click "More" for the Full Article.
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Patrick Graham has been selected to participate in Leadership Tulsa Class 43:
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January 18, 2010. Patrick Graham, a Senior Associate at ClearRidge Capital has been selected to participate in Leadership Tulsa Class 43. Click "More" below to read the full article.
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Signs point to tight business lending in 2010 - Tulsa World Business Viewpoint:
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October 15, 2009 - Tulsa World: Signs point to tight business lending in 2010. Matthew Bristow, ClearRidge Capital feature article in Business Viewpoint section in the Tulsa World. Click "More" for the Full Article.
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Has recession turned into recovery? - Journal Record Commentary:
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October 2, 2009. Matthew Bristow, Managing Director at ClearRidge was quoted on likely trends in 2010 for bank lending and business bankruptcy filings. The article appeared in Oklahoma's Statewide newspaper, Journal Record. Click "More" below to read the full article.
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M&A News - Fresh Wave of Equity Capital Available:
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August 20, 2009 - Four Private Equity Reports released: Dow Jones, Preqin, International Financial Services, Financial Times. Dry Powder, First Half 2009 investments, Private Equity returns, New Fundraising, Impact of Tight Credit Markets. Click "More" for the full report
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BOA Business Capital Provides $55 Million to ClearRidge Capital Client:
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July 30, 2009. Bank of America Business Capital provided a $55 million senior secured credit facility to ClearRidge Capitalâ??s client, a lumber and manufactured wood distributor. The asset-based loan is being used to refinance existing debt. ClearRidge Capital acted as advisor for the transaction. Click "More" to read the full story.
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M&A Data - Poor M&A Environment and Credit Defaults - 2009 Review & Predictions:
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June 4, 2009 - Two M&A reports released: ACG and Thomson Reuters' Survey released last week. An extract from Carlyle Group's recently published 2008 Annual Report.
These reports give an insight into the state of Mergers & Acquisitions activity and the performance of Private Equity companies. Click "More" for the full report
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Tulsa World Spotlight on Connie Tommerup, Manager:
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May 3, 2009. Connie Tommerup, Manager of Restructuring and Corporate Finance is honored in Tulsa World's People Spotlight. At ClearRidge, Connie's primary role is analyzing clientsâ?? financial systems, financial reporting processes and internal controls. Click "More" below to read the full article.
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Bank Lending Holds Up - Journal Record Commentary:
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May 5, 2009. Commercial and Industrial Bank Lending. Bruce Jones, Managing Director, quoted on bank lending and financing costs in Oklahoma's Statewide newspaper, Journal Record. Click "More" below to read the full article.
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Tulsa Business Names Patrick Graham in 40 Under 40 list:
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April 29, 2009. Patrick Graham of ClearRidge Capital is honored in Tulsa Businessâ?? annual 40 Under 40 list, which recognizes Oklahomaâ??s rising stars - business and political leaders under 40 years old who bear watching. Click "More" below to read the full article.
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M&A Data - Making Sense of the Conflicting Reports:
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March 4, 2009 - On one hand we have terrible numbers for 2008 acquisition activity and the next report tells us everything is fine. We highlight the findings from both PWC and GF Data reports and then explain the realities for middle market companies in the US.
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ClearRidge Capital Names Patrick Graham as Senior Associate.:
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January 19, 2008. ClearRidge Announces New Hire and Expansion to New Offices. Click "More" below to read the full article.
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Banks and Credit Market - Breaking News:
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January 15, 2008. Banks have confidence in each other again. Commercial Paper is trading again. In this report, we highlight and decipher this week's leading indicators from the credit markets. Click "More" below to read the full article.
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Give your Business a Seven Step Boost:
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January 8, 2008 - ClearRidge Capital Business Viewpoint in the Tulsa World - Give your Business a Seven Step Boost. Click "More" for the Full Article.
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2008 Full Year M&A Results:
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December 23, 2008 - The final quarter of 2008 brought the largest decline in Global M&A activity since 2004, compounding the problems of an already slowing M&A market. Click "More" for the Full Article
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Private Equity or Public Equity?:
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November 24, 2008 - ClearRidge Capital Guest Commentary in Tulsa Business Journal - Considering the investment performance of Private Equity versus Public Equity. Click "More" for the Full Article.
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Industrial Manufacturing M&A Update Q3 2008:
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November 12, 2008 - Both the number and total value of M&A deals in industrial manufacturing slowed in the third quarter of 2008 according to a report released by PricewaterhouseCoopers on November 11th.
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Interest rate cuts could bring good news - The Oklahoman:
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October 9, 2008 - ClearRidge Capital quoted on the front page of The Oklahoman - the largest daily and statewide newspaper in Oklahoma.
Discussion on the impact of interest rate cuts on consumers and the economy: click "More" for the Full Article.
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Review Loans Now to Avoid Crisis Repercussions:
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September 29, 2008 - ClearRidge Capital Interview in Tulsa Business Journal - Renegotiating Credit Agreements. Click "More" for the Full Article.
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Taxpayers should expect results, but not soon - The Oklahoman:
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September 28, 2008 - ClearRidge Capital quoted in the lead Business Story of The Oklahoman - Sunday edition. Responding to the impact on Taxpayers of the $700 billion bailout and credit crisis: click "More" for the Full Article.
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Even if $700 Billion plan passes, public may not buy it - The Oklahoman:
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September 26, 2008 - ClearRidge Capital quoted on the front page of The Oklahoman - the largest daily and statewide newspaper in Oklahoma.
Responding to the impact on Oklahoma companies of the $700 billion bailout and credit crisis: click "More" for the Full Article.
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First Half 2008 - M&A Activity Update:
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Strategic Acquisitions account for 88% of M&A Activity.
Private Equity M&A down from 2007, but still raising record funds.
July is fifth straight month of growth in U.S. M&A Activity
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U.S. registers 3.3% annualized growth for Q2 2008:
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The US economy grew at an annualized rate of 3.3 per cent in the second quarter, faster than any other G7 nation and faster than economists' predictions
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