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Valuations of 2020, 2021 Software IPOs Sink

Capital Markets

Valuations of 2020, 2021 Software IPOs Sink

Software companies from the 2020 and 2021 IPO classes had historically rich multiples. They've now fallen back to earth.

By Vincent Ryan | August 30, 2022

Accountant First: CFO Adriana Carpenter

Accountant First: CFO Adriana Carpenter

“If you’re on the accounting track, get finance and business operation experience much sooner in your career than I did,” said the CFO of Emburse.

By Sandra Beckwith | July 7, 2022

Equity Markets Near Stall Speed: Weekly Stat

Capital Markets

Equity Markets Near Stall Speed: Weekly Stat

Economic and market conditions have made equity capital raises a rare event in 2022.

By Vincent Ryan | June 3, 2022

CFOs Gather Once Again: A Conference Notebook

CFOs Gather Once Again: A Conference Notebook

Observations from The CFO Leadership Council event about the pivot to cash, an unusual use of HR staff, and a CFO with a 'blue-collar' image.

By Vincent Ryan | May 27, 2022

Using M&A to Redefine FP&A’s Role

Using M&A to Redefine FP&A’s Role

CFOs can use a transaction event as a lens to focus on driving change in FP&A.

By Bob Nannini and Lukas Hoebarth | April 11, 2022

Leading Finance at an AI Unicorn: Stephane Berthier

Leading Finance at an AI Unicorn: Stephane Berthier

"Retention is not just about money; it’s about opportunities. Do employees feel connected to the leadership? Do they believe in the company’s vision?"

By Vincent Ryan | April 4, 2022

Q&A: Mohit Daswani Preps ThoughtSpot to Go Public

Q&A: Mohit Daswani Preps ThoughtSpot to Go Public

“We just want to roll up our sleeves, not worry about who gets credit, and go build something great together.”

By Vincent Ryan | January 27, 2022

Authentic Brands Stays Private With PE Deal

Authentic Brands Stays Private With PE Deal

The brand developer is selling "significant" stakes to two private-equity firms and shelving its plans for an IPO.

By Matthew Heller | November 22, 2021

CFOs: Time to Reconsider SPAC Deals

Mergers & Acquisitions

CFOs: Time to Reconsider SPAC Deals

Merging with a special-purpose acquisition company is now a hazardous way to raise capital and go public.

By Vincent Ryan | September 30, 2021

SPAC Activity Falls in Q2

Credit & Capital

SPAC Activity Falls in Q2

The second quarter marked the lowest quarter of SPAC offerings since last year's second quarter.

By Lauren Muskett | September 2, 2021

Creating a Compelling IPO Roadshow Presentation

Credit & Capital

Creating a Compelling IPO Roadshow Presentation

The road to a successful IPO is paved with exhaustive preparation. Use these three key recommendations for a successful presentation.

By Moira Conlon | July 15, 2021

NYCE Breaks Crowdfunding Record, Announces IPO

Credit & Capital

NYCE Breaks Crowdfunding Record, Announces IPO

The fintech startup will go public with blockchain-powered alternative trading system tZero Group.

By Lauren Muskett | July 1, 2021

Memo to SPACs: The Bar Has Been Raised

Memo to SPACs: The Bar Has Been Raised

The SEC’s quandary is trying to solve a problem of incentives with a toolkit consisting exclusively of disclosure and enforcement actions.

By Crocker Coulson | June 28, 2021

Aeropostale, Forever 21 Owner Authentic Brands Exploring IPO

Aeropostale, Forever 21 Owner Authentic Brands Exploring IPO

Over the past several years, Authentic Brands has scooped up brands on the verge of bankruptcy.

By Vincent Ryan | May 25, 2021

SPACs vs. Traditional IPOs

Credit & Capital

SPACs vs. Traditional IPOs

Here are the positives and negatives of the SPAC market for both investors and private companies to consider.

By Lauren Muskett | February 22, 2021