What happens when a university goes out of business? Today, we witness the unfortunate closure of Finlandia University, a renowned educational institution with a remarkable 126-year history in Michigan’s upper peninsula. This closure is not an isolated incident but rather… Continue Reading  

In the midst of high interest rates and inflation, acquirers continue to assess and modify their investment approach. Conventional wisdom of the past shows that capital dries up during a downturn creating a decline in M&A activity. Investors then consider… Continue Reading  

With so much discussion about the debt ceiling and whether it will get passed by the House, Patrick O’Keefe cuts to the chase: It will get passed… but not without consequences.

“Small to medium-sized banks are fueling middle America… if we lose those, where do individuals go for wealth building?” Listen as Patrick O’Keefe explores how new investment policies might attack regional banks and make it more difficult for Americans to secure loans.

Brian Vargason explores General Motors’ recent approval to move forward with a $200 million EV plant on the grounds of the Detroit Pistons’ former home. The 1.1 million square foot development will break ground this July with a target completion… Continue Reading  

Following a streak of 10 rate hikes, with the most recent quarter-point hike marking the largest in 16 years, the Fed has alluded to a pause in interest rates. Spencer Wineman explains how this signal from the Fed comes after… Continue Reading  

Have you wondered how the next change in Michigan laws and policies will affect your business or employer? Recent repeals to Right-to-Work and changes to “prevailing wage,” among other proposals, all represent abrupt changes to running a company. While these… Continue Reading  

Declining student enrollment along with economic uncertainty and inflation has put many colleges and universities in financial jeopardy. Nationwide, the percentage of high school graduates that went straight to college has dropped from a high of 70% in 2016 to… Continue Reading  

Having trouble getting a loan? The recent failures of regional banks, like Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank, have caused banks to pull back from lending. This “credit crunch,” which totaled nearly $105 billion in the last two weeks of… Continue Reading  

Following a disruption during COVID, the hospital and healthcare system M&A market appears poised for a comeback as industry participants look to expand operations, markets, and expertise to compete in this post-pandemic healthcare landscape. We explore how this trend is… Continue Reading