Will Trump Weaponize the Dollar

In this week’s Economic Weekly, we take a look at the dollar and why it could turn out to be the President’s next avenue of attack in attempting to make the U.S. more competitive again, and how he might try to go about achieving this.

IDology and GB Group

William Blair acted as exclusive financial advisor to IDology, a leading provider of digital identity verification and fraud prevention services, in connection with its pending acquisition by GB Group.

Five Themes for Public Company Board Agendas in 2022

There is a lot to consider in the current M&A and corporate finance environment. Despite the volatility and uncertainty of the market, broader strategic topics remain top-of-mind for business leaders and boardrooms.

Restaurant Technology Jan 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has pushed the restaurant industry to utilize technology platforms more than ever before. We explore some of the key factors driving restaurant technology M&A today.

Key Factors Driving Activity in Commercial Aerospace

Dealmaking is picking up in commercial aerospace. Private equity sponsors and strategic buyers are seeking businesses that are well positioned to benefit from the sector’s post-pandemic rebound. We discuss key valuation drivers in the current M&A environment.

Philanthropy in the Age of Constant Disruption

Report on trends reshaping philanthropic giving now available.

Youth Helping Communities

Vestar Capital Partners and PetHonesty Transaction

William Blair acted as exclusive financial advisor to Vestar Capital Partners in connection with the majority investment in PetHonesty, a leader in premium pet supplements.

Sparta Systems and Honeywell

William Blair acted as financial advisor to Sparta Systems, Inc. (Sparta), a portfolio company of New Mountain Capital, in connection with its pending sale to Honeywell (NYSE: HON).

Bridging the Gap Between the Stock Market and Real Economy

While there will be numerous consequences, lessons, and repercussions from the current COVID-19 crisis that are likely to feature for many decades—if not centuries—to come, one of the more immediate and more obvious consequences has been that it has acted as the accelerator of many existing trends.