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2027 Security Guard Company Valuation Report: EBITDA Multiples by Revenue
2027 Security Guard Company Valuation Report: EBITDA Multiples by Revenue By Joshua C. Harris, Senior M&A Advisor Manned Guarding (NAICS 561612 / SIC 7381) | Transaction Benchmarks 2021–2026 | Updated September 2026 | BMI Mergers & Acquisitions Security guard companies with $5 million to $250 million in revenue have generally sold for 3x to 12x…
Electronics M&A: Market Trends in Parts & Equipment
2024 M&A Deal Activity Flat with 2023 but Remains Strong Relative to Historic Levels PitchBook Data reports 2024 global M&A deal activity within the Electronic Parts & Equipment sector was essentially flat with 2023. The chart below outlines that 304 deals were reported in 2024 vs. 313 in 2023. Capital Invested (Deal Value) on the…
Electrifying M&A Market for Electrical Contractors: 2024 Recap
A Surge in Connections: Electrical Contractor M&A Rebounds The U.S. electrical contracting sector rebounded in merger and acquisition (M&A) activity in 2024, following a slowdown in 2023. This resurgence reflects a return to more favorable economic conditions after a tough period of rising inflation, increasing interest rates, and economic uncertainty. Private Equity Platforms Powering Up…
Injection Molding Market Recap for 2024
Injection Molding M&A trends in 2024 show deal activity returning to pre-pandemic levels of 2019, though still below the post-COVID highs of 2021-2023. Strategic buyers remain dominant, but the lines continue to blur as many private equity firms own the strategics driving these investments. Deal Count – 10 Year History – Injection Molding VALUATIONS –…
Construction Sector M&A Update: Heavy Civil Contractors
In 2024, we observed a significant increase in M&A deal activity in the lower middle market for specialty trades contractors and, specifically, for heavy/civil construction contractors. In this update, we look back at year-over-year deal activity, including 2024 for heavy/civil contractors, share examples of recent deals, and consider what makes these companies attractive to buyers….
Construction Industry Valuations and EBITDA Multiples (Revised December 2024)
While several business valuation methods exist, EBITDA multiples are frequently used to determine approximate business value in a sale transaction. Multiples can vary widely by industry and within industry segments, and the construction industry is no different. The data and experience tell us that only premium-quality businesses are achieving extraordinary valuations in the construction industry….