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South Carolina Market Report Part III

South Carolina Market Report Part III

Hagen Rogers
Part III of the report explores the economic consequences of a state being a net seller in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) deals. Taking South Carolina as an example, we analyze the challenges faced by net seller states and propose viable solutions for them to become net buyers, fostering economic growth. DOWNLOAD THE FULL REPORT
South Carolina buy side M&A Market Report

South Carolina Buy-side M&A Market Report – Part II

Hagen Rogers
Part II of the report reveals opportunities for strategic acquirers and investors in the Palmetto State. South Carolina’s buy-side M&A market shows promise despite lagging behind regional peers like Florida and Georgia. DOWNLOAD THE FULL REPORT
Watermark Wire Distribution Industry

M&A Trends – Distribution Industry

Hagen Rogers
The distribution industry, a $11.6 trillion powerhouse, is adapting to a new reality. While recent years have seen modest growth, the future looks bright with a projected CAGR of 2.2% by 2028. This growth is fueled by strategic mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies like AI. This report dives into the key…
U.S. Mergers Acquisitions First Quarter Recap

U.S. Mergers & Acquisitions: First Quarter Recap

Hagen Rogers
U.S. M&A activity in Q1’24 points towards a market teetering on the edge of a potential rebound. Q1’24 had mixed results, with aggregate deal value rising significantly while deal volume declined YoY (measured as the total number of M&A transactions announced). This period was marked by a surge in mega-deal activity, signaling revived confidence among…
Watermark Wire-Q1 2024-Economic Commentary

Watermark Wire: Q1’24 Economic Commentary

Hagen Rogers
Economic growth in the last quarter of 2023 was stronger than expected, leading to hopes for a ‘soft landing’ in Q1’24 for the US economy. While a robust stock market performance during the first quarter increased investor optimism, inflationary pressures, a delay in rate cuts, and rising concerns over national debt levels have signaled an…
Watermark-Wire M&A-Market-Commentary

M&A Market Commentary

Hagen Rogers
Reflections on the 2023 M&A Market US transaction volume fell by 30.3% from 2022 to 2023, dragging aggregate transaction value down from $2.98 trillion to $1.83 trillion over the same period. Throughout 2023, M&A activity remained sluggish. According to S&P Global, early in the year initial optimism for a broad M&A recovery waned due to…
Watermark Wire Economic Outlook

Economic Outlook

Hagen Rogers
Lagging Economic Indicators               Real GDP growth over the last four quarters has increased 2.9%, bolstered by exceptionally strong growth in the third quarter of 2023. The value added of private-goods producing and private-services producing industries increased 10.2% and 4.1%, respectively, while government increased the slowest at 2%. However, projections suggest a notable deceleration in…
Recession, The US dollar and M&A

Recession, The US Dollar and M&A

Hagen Rogers
  Table of Contents Market Retreat Overview Spotlight on Acquisitions of Buyers Headquartered in SC, NC, GA & TN 2023 Spotlight on Sellers Headquartered in SC, NC, GA & TN – 2023 It’s been many months since we shared our outlook on market conditions. A good starting point is what is plaguing the global economy.…

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