The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index rose by eight points in November 2024 to 101.7, after 34 months of remaining below the 50-year average of 98. This is the highest reading since June 2021. Of the 10 Optimism Index components, nine increased, none decreased, and one was unchanged. Following last month’s record …
As the business-for-sale market adjusts to today’s high interest rate environment, seller-accommodated deal structures have become more common. Moreover, banks have tightened their lending standards and small businesses are more sensitive to higher borrowing costs. This leaves many sellers in the position of having to get comfortable with structuring the deal, including financing and earnouts, …
Aug 2024: Sellers More Willing to Offer Financing Read More »
Small business acquisitions grew 10% over the previous year and 3% over the previous quarter, according to BizBuySell’s Insight Data, which tracks and analyzes U.S. business-for-sale transactions and sentiment from business owners, buyers, and brokers. A total of 2,384 businesses changed hands in the first quarter, representing an enterprise value of $1.8 billion, which is …
March 2024: 2024 Small Business Sales Pick Up Steam Read More »