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Today Lonsec announces that its largest shareholder, Generation Development Group (GDG) is seeking to acquire 100% ownership of the Lonsec Group. Under the terms of the agreement, GDG will acquire the remaining 61.9% of Lonsec for an upfront consideration of $197.4 million together with a deferred earn out payment of up to $55.7 million. Lonsec considers GDG to be a highly logical partner to accelerate the next phase of Lonsec’s growth. The proposed transaction, which is subject to approval by GDG shareholders, will enable Lonsec to further accelerate its organic and inorganic growth strategy by providing greater access to capital, an expanded product suite and greater market access. The proposed acquisition presents multiple growth avenues to Lonsec including further development of Lonsec Investment Solutions and M&A opportunities. Commenting on the deal, Lonsec CEO Mike Wright said, “This is an exciting time for Lonsec and a recognition of the strength of the business we and those before us have built for our clients since 1994. GDG has been a substantial shareholder of Lonsec since 2020 and has a strong understanding of the Lonsec business and is committed to supporting Lonsec in its strategic plans to grow further. “GDG are an ideal acquisition partner, intending to continue to operate Lonsec predominantly as a separate business, which means continuity of our existing product and service propositions for our clients. This transaction will enable Lonsec to accelerate plans for further investment into its business and we are enthused about the opportunities this deal presents for the business and our clients." Read the full media release: https://lnkd.in/ga9Rt9iC

💼 Reitar Logtech Holdings Adjusts IPO Plans 🚀 Reitar Logtech Holdings, a company from Hong Kong that offers services to the logistics industry, has changed its plans for its upcoming IPO. They now plan to raise $10 million by offering 2.1 million shares at $4 to $5 each, down from the original 2.5 million shares. 📉 This means they expect to make 15% less money than before. They also changed their bookrunner from Univest Securities to Cathay Securities. 🏗️ Reitar Logtech works in two main areas: asset management and consultancy services, and construction management and engineering design services. They provide logistics solutions, help investors in logistics projects, and offer project management services. 📊 Founded in 2015, Reitar Logtech made $14 million in revenue for the year ending September 30, 2023. They plan to list on Nasdaq under the symbol RITR, with Cathay Securities as the sole bookrunner. By lowering the proposed deal size, it seems to me that the company is aiming for a more realistic and achievable target in the current market conditions. Switching to Cathay Securities might help them better meet their goals. #ReitarLogtech #IPO #Microcap #Investing #Nasdaq #Business #Investment Learn more: https://lnkd.in/drQ3rU7j

Understanding The De-SPAC Timeline: 6 Key Dates For Investors Once A Business Combination Is Announced   Short for Special Purpose Acquisition Companies, SPACs offer investors access to potentially unique and exciting investment opportunities. A SPAC’s journey begins with its own Initial Public Offering (IPO).   Raising capital with the sole intent of acquiring a target company, SGX-listed SPACs will then have 24 months from its IPO to complete their Business Combination. This is also typically referred to as the de-SPAC process.   https://lnkd.in/g_26WVam   #spac #ipo #despac #calabrese #christyalbeck Christy Albeck

We are pleased to announce the publication of a new article written by our Venture Capital Group, titled "Anti-dilution provisions: what are they and what are the key negotiation points?". This insightful piece delves into strategic considerations essential for enterprises contemplating acquisitions or investments. The complete article can be accessed via the following link https://lnkd.in/gYcTkYJ6. #VentureCapital #VC #VentureDebt #GrowthCapital #Corporate #AntiDilution #Founders #Legal #Insights #LawFirm #LawExperts #Team

Despite recent dealmaking activity, this week saw a relatively slow pace of M&A transactions. Notable deals included investments in packaging, workforce management, engineering, and technology consulting firms. Additionally, several add-on acquisitions were announced, particularly in the aerospace and defense and amusement sectors. #privateequity #dealmaking #lbos #transactions #finance https://lnkd.in/gEWbEUXp

📣 Tioopo Capital Announces First Close of Inaugural Fund and Strategic Team Expansion - Created in 2021, Tioopo Capital is a multi-family backed Private Equity firm specializing in niche SME investments across France and the UK. - After demonstrating strong performance over 5 acquisitions on a deal-by-deal basis, Tioopo announced the first close of its inaugural fund, "Tioopo TP1." - Targeting €80 million, Tioopo achieved its first close at 40% of its target size, backed by anchor investors and family offices across the Middle East and Europe. - TP1 aims to provide a long-term and liquid private equity approach to LPs by investing in highly profitable niche SMEs across France and the UK, maximizing their value creation through a pragmatic hands-on approach. - Tioopo's TP1 has completed its first acquisition in France and is in exclusivity for its second investment in the UK. - Co-Founders Cyril Aboujaoude, Grégoire Louisy, and Shahan Sarkissian, stated that the first close of TP1 is a testament to the team's hard work and the quality of Tioopo’s business model. - They expressed gratitude for the trust co-investors have placed in them and eagerness to continue generating value through their SME-focused, cash-generative, and dividend-paying investment thesis. - Previous investments include: Churches Fire & Security, Imprint Medical - Oury Medical Add-On, MP VITRAGE - EPV, MGC Diagnostics - Oury Medical Add-On, Smao - Oury Medical Add-On, ETABLISSEMENTS OURY-GUYE ET FILS, Jackson Textiles, CDV (CUIR DU VAUDREUIL) - Recent acquisitions and strategic hires position Tioopo to continue driving growth and creating value in its portfolio companies. - Tioopo Capital has expanded its team with two new senior advisors in the past year: Philippe DUVAL, former CEO of Edmond de Rothschild, and Philippe THOMAS, Dean of the Master in Finance program at ESCP Business School.

The growth of a company is a dynamic and challenging process that often requires significant financial resources. In this context, strategic funding becomes an essential tool. 🔑 What is strategic funding? Strategic funding isn't just about obtaining capital but rather capital that adds strategic value to the business. It is designed to support the company's growth goals, such as market expansion, innovation, strengthening infrastructure, and acquisitions. 💼 Types of funding offered by Pipeline Capital: Strategic: Aligned with long-term goals. FIDIC: Flexible and secure structure. Venture: Risk capital for startups. Private: Private investments for significant expansions. 💡 Benefits of strategic funding: Alignment with growth objectives; Access to expertise and network; Financial flexibility. 📋 How to implement strategic funding in 4 steps: 1 - Clearly define your goals 2 - Choose the appropriate type of funding 3 - Select the right partners 4 - Structure a solid financial plan Want to learn more about how strategic funding can transform your company? Read the full article on Pipeline Capital's blog and discover all the advantages and how to implement it effectively! 🌟 👉 https://lnkd.in/dQ8-nffT #PipelineCapital #StrategicFunding #BusinessGrowth #Investments #Innovation #BusinessExpansion 🚀💼

Private Equity: Patrimonium and Wille Finance acquire majority stake in :em engineering methods AG located in Darmstadt (DE). This strengthens Patrimonium Private Equity's portfolio positioning in the IT & Digital Transformation sector in addition to GroupLink and TestSolutions GmbH, and on business models characterized by technological change. With a team of over 100 experts, :em engineering methods AG covers the entire product life cycle and enterprise architecture of medium-sized and blue chip companies in the industrial and automation, mobility and transportation, electrical and IT, aerospace and medical technology and life science sectors. :em engineering methods (:em AG) offers a portfolio of consulting services and IT applications, including the proprietary AI-supported Saas solution ReqMan. The aim is to further boost :em AG's growth as a part of Patrimonium Private Equity's portfolio. Erik Claassen, Christian Donges, Sven Kleiner and Marcus Krastel remain as relevant co-owners and managing directors on the company board and implement the defined strategy. "...we have looked closely at finding the ideal partner for our next growth step. The partnership-based ... and the many years of experience of Patrimonium and Wille Finance in the successful development of owner-managed companies convinced us right from the first meeting..." says Dr. Sven Kleiner. "The specialist positioning... of :em services for industrial companies impressed us right from the start. ...With the management team, we have found four partners who are eager to take the company to the next level with us," adds Philippe Knuesel from Patrimonium Private Equity. The acquisition complements Patrimonium Private Equity's portfolio with Grouplink Holding GmbH, TestSolutions GmbH, HÜBNER-KTB OBERFLÄCHENTECHNIK GMBH, OCTO Actuators GmbH, B+G Schweiz AG and ROTH GRUPPE AG. The Patrimonium Private Equity team has advised over 20 platform investments and 50 add-on acquisitions in the DACH region. Joel Kuhn, CFA lead the deal on Wille Finance's side. The transaction was accompanied by Heiner Feldhaus at GOF Gütt Olk Feldhaus, Stephan Grueber and Roman Meissner at KPMG, Claudio Prante at PwC sowie Mario Baumgart at TechMiners - together with their respective teams. Full news: https://lnkd.in/eZDBwgnK Patrimonium Private Equity Fund SCSp: https://lnkd.in/gRnr7dV #privatemarkets #privateequity #mittelstand

Our Venture Capital Group has published a new article, "Anti-dilution provisions: what are they and what are the key negotiation points?". This insightful piece delves into strategic considerations essential for enterprises contemplating acquisitions or investments. The complete article can be accessed via the following link https://lnkd.in/gihhRaJG. #VentureCapital #VC #VentureDebt #GrowthCapital #Corporate #AntiDilution #Founders #Legal #Insights #LawFirm #LawExperts #Team

Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs) are experiencing renewed interest and funding, with an upward trend in new formations and investments this year aimed at acquiring companies to go public more efficiently. Despite past setbacks, including heightened regulations and a performance slump, the SPAC sector is making a comeback, fueled by a backlog in conventional IPOs and a significant number of startups looking for public trading avenues. The revival is led mainly by experienced and specialized issuers focusing on robust companies. Source: Financial Times https://lnkd.in/ghypuiWn Subscribe to our newsletter at www.legalleaderscircle.com