This guide explains what the capital stack is and the rationale behind making decisions about a business’ capital structure. Additionally, we’ll look at how a business’ capital stack is influenced by the lifecycle stage the business is currently in.

This guide explains what due diligence is in mergers and acquisitions. It also explains why due diligence is important, the role of due diligence in M&A, and it briefly explains how the due diligence process is performed.

This guide explains what horizontal integration is, how it works, and it highlights the advantages and disadvantages of horizontal integration.

This guide explains what vertical integration is. Vertical integration is important for both entrepreneurs and M&A professionals to understand.

Financial leverage is a term used frequently in M&A, commercial banking, and in the finance industry in general. It’s an important concept to understand for business owners and finance professionals alike.

This guide explains organic growth vs inorganic growth. We’ll explain the difference between them and explain how each form of growth takes place. This guide covers concepts about mergers and acquisitions.

This guide explains what financial synergy is and why it’s important. Understanding financial synergies is important for understanding mergers & acquisitions (M&A). Financial synergy is what strategic buyers are looking to create in an M&A transaction.