2024 Mid-Year Credit Market Update
IMPROVING FINANCING MARKET CONDITIONS In the first half of 2024, there has been a dramatic improvement in financing market conditions. Credit spreads have tightened to multi-year lows1 and lenders across the private credit and broadly syndicated loan (BSL) markets are…
Portage Point Partners Bolsters Industrials Expertise with Addition of Chris Weil
Chris Weil joins the Portage Point Investment Banking Practice Portage Point Partners, a blue chip advisory, consulting, interim management and financial services firm focused on the middle market, welcomes Chris Weil to the Investment Banking team where he is based…
Appgate Successfully Completes Recapitalization and Embarks on Next Phase of Growth
MIAMI | July 03, 2024 (BUSINESSWIRE) Company emerges debt free from recapitalization, launches new malware analysis service and releases enhanced version of its Universal Zero Trust Network Access Solution Appgate, the secure access company, today announced the successful completion of…
Q&A with Technology Investment Banking Expert, Matthew Fan
Portage Point Partners recently welcomed Matthew Fan to lead the firm’s Technology Investment Banking team. Below, he shares deeper insight into his expertise and explores trends in the industry. What excites you about leading Technology INVESTMENT BANKING at Portage…
Three Professionals Receive Emerging Leader Awards by The M&A Advisor
The M&A Advisor announced Jeff Gasbarra, Managing Director, Steven Shenker, Managing Director and Blair Woolheater, Senior Director, as recipients of the 15th Annual Emerging Leaders Award. The M&A Advisor, a globally renowned organization known for recognizing and showcasing leading M&A, financing,…
Ambri Agrees to Terms of Proposed Sale with Lender Consortium
MARLBOROUGH, Mass. | May 06, 2024 (BUSINESSWIRE) Ambri Files for Chapter 11 Protection to Facilitate Sale; Expects to Emerge as a Recapitalized and Stronger Company in July Ambri Is Operating as Usual and Remains Focused on Developing Liquid Metal™ Batteries…
Appgate Announces Comprehensive Recapitalization Process, Positioning Company for Long-Term Growth and Innovation
MIAMI | May 06, 2024 (BUSINESSWIRE) Company to receive investment from Magnetar to fortify and expand business operations Appgate (OTCMKTS: APGT, “the Company”), the secure access company, today announced a comprehensive restructuring plan designed to enhance its financial position and…
Q&A with Lean Expert John McKinnis
John McKinnis recently joined Portage Point Partners as Managing Director in the firm’s Performance Improvement Practice. He brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the Portage Point team and clients across the business and investment lifecycle. In the following…
Portage Point Partners Ranks on Financial Times Americas’ Fastest-Growing Companies 2024
On April 3, 2024 the Financial Times (FT) released its sixth annual ranking of the fastest-growing companies in the Americas. Portage Point is pleased included on this list for the third consecutive year. View the full list on the Financial…
Three Major Risks for Pursuing Middle Market Consolidation Strategies in the Current Deal Environment
Private Equity (PE) firms understand the value of a well-engineered consolidation or roll-up strategy to generate synergies and rapidly drive higher investment returns. However, increasing competition for deals and relatively high interest rates are disrupting the current acquisition environment, raising…
