In the dynamic world of Private Equity (PE) and Investment Banking (IB), success isn't just about spotting opportunities. It's about meticulously understanding them, quantifying their potential, and de-risking every decision. At the heart of this critical process lies the financial...
In Private Equity (PE) and Investment Banking (IB), whether you're pitching a PE transaction, valuing a company, or preparing for an investment committee meeting, you need a deal-ready financial model that works like a well-oiled machine. But no one tells...
Private Equity (PE) and Venture Capital (VC) are two pillars of alternative investments. While they share some similarities, their approaches, risk profiles, and strategies differ significantly, making them suitable for different types of investors and businesses. Sector and Industry Private equity funds...
In advanced capital markets, private companies often seek private equity (PE) investors as shareholders primarily to access expansion and growth capital. This strategic move is driven by several compelling reasons. Access to substantial capital: PE capital is the necessary financial...
Phoenix Holdings is seeking an Investment Analyst who will be responsible for both portfolio and investment support. The candidate will primarily be responsible for supporting existing portfolio companies as they commercialize and scale, with additional opportunity for performing due diligence,...
The banking industry plays a crucial role in the global economy, but not all banking services are the same way. Two primary types of banking services—investment banking and commercial banking—serve different purposes and cater to distinct client needs. Understanding their...
Private equity (PE) investors are constantly asking: what's this company really worth? It's a crucial question, as it dictates deal terms and potential returns. While there's no single magic number, several valuation methods are commonly employed. Let's explore a few...
Experience in Private Equity (PE) - Investment Banking (IB) careers is considered as a powerful springboard for professionals aiming to transition into entrepreneurship, business leadership, or politics. The high-level skills developed in private equity, investment banking, and hedge funds—such as...
Recently, Private Equity has been included in one of the 3 specialised pathways of the Level 3 curriculum of CFA Program. Why a career in Private Equity is highly desirable by finance professionals, not only in Vietnam but also in...
Mr. Vinh Vo-Sang, CFA, master trainer at Vietnam Investment Nurturing Hub, attending the presentation on Total Portfolio Management (TPM) approach yesterday in Ho Chi Minh City, presented by John Bowman, CFA, President of CAIA (Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst Association). TPM...
Besides Locked Box mechanism, Completion Account is another common way employed in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions. The Completion Accounts mechanism involves adjusting the purchase price (the amount to be paid to the vendor), which is provisional and agreed upon...
Locked Box is one of the two most common mechanisms employed in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions to facilitate the transfer of purchase price (the amount to be paid to the vendor) and ensure that the target company's assets and...
We already heard about DCF valuation method. How about DFCF? In mergers and acquisitions (M&A), the Debt-Free Cash-Free (DFCF) approach is a widely used method to determine the valuation of a target company. This approach focuses on the value of the...
In advanced capital markets, private companies often seek private equity (PE) investors as shareholders primarily to access expansion and growth capital. This strategic move is driven by several compelling reasons. Access to substantial capital: PE capital is the necessary financial...
Private Equity (PE) firms employ various strategies to acquire, invest in, or provide financing to private companies with the goal of generating substantial returns for their investors. Below are some of the key strategies: Leveraged Buyouts (LBOs): this strategy involves...
