Selling equity in your privately owned company can be an effective tool if you plan to grow your business or begin to plan your exit strategy. 

Why You Should Buy an Existing Business

It's the unfortunate truth. More than half of all new businesses fail within the first few years of operation, and 90% of the latest companies leave within the first four to five years. Those are some scary odds. This is why acquiring an existing company can be much safer and more intelligent than building a new business.

This year, there is a great deal of optimism for M&A dealmaking for several reasons. Financial markets are improving as inflation slows, and interest rates are expected to see much-anticipated cuts. There is also a pent-up demand for deals, combined with an excellent supply of deal availability. Additionally, many businesses have strategic needs to evolve and remain competitive; for these companies, M&A deals can be their best friend. And while mega deals may be down this year, small and mid-size deals are where the action can be found.

Benchmark International is pleased to announce the acquisition of York-based MyKnowledgeMap by London-based Everfield.

According to Verified Market Research, the global healthcare market will reach $665.37 billion by 2028. The healthcare sector is primarily segmented into pharmaceuticals, services, devices, and others. By application, the industry is categorized by cardiovascular, oncology, anti-infection, central nervous system, respiratory, and others.

Benchmark International is pleased to announce the successful sale of BitCo Telecoms, a leading provider of business wireless and voice over IP solutions, to Link Africa, one of the leading cost-effective independent fibre network operators in South Africa

Deluxe Plumbing and Heating has served the Bethlehem and Allentown area of PA since 1984. Since its inception, the Deluxe team’s core mission has been providing “worry-free” plumbing, electrical, and HVAC services to the family of customers, day or night.

The global government education market was valued at $558.49 billion in 2023 and is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.8% between 2024          and 2030.

Benchmark International is delighted to announce the acquisition of London-based Fleming Mcgillivray (t/a FMConsult) by Belfast-based fscom.

Benchmark International is home to a team of exceptionally talented individuals, among whom was the remarkable David Karnofel. Tragically, we lost Dave in December, a loss that reverberates deeply throughout our organization.

Benchmark International is pleased to announce the acquisition of Ipswich-based Sapphire by Suffolk-based Climate Care Solutions (CCS).

Benchmark International is delighted to announce that it has ranked in Mergermarket’s league tables for the number of deals conducted in both Germany and the UK for Q1 2024.

The Real Estate Sector

The waste recycling services market has grown from $58.53 billion in 2023 to $62.22 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. Such historic growth can be attributed to:

The global freight & logistics market is forecast to grow to $18.69 billion by 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.4%. Looking solely at logistics, the global logistics market is expected to reach $6.55 trillion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 4.7% between 2022 and 2027.  The freight & logistics market includes the sale of services by companies that transport goods and commodities via rail, air, roads, and water, using large vessels in the process of planning and executing the efficient transportation and storage of goods from point A to point B to meet consumer needs in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Plant Drives & Systems, specializing in systems integration for variable-frequency drives and automated systems, is pleased to announce its acquisition by AES, Inc., an esteemed industrial equipment solutions provider.

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Benchmark International is pleased to announce the acquisition of Warrington-based Anchor by MegaGroup.

PS International designs, engineers, and delivers peak-performance oil-water separators with supporting lift stations and specialty tanks for industrial and commercial wastewater treatment. The company serves a diversified customer base that includes contractors and resellers in the industrial and commercial markets in the US and abroad.

Benchmark International is pleased to announce that the management team at Jorden Industries, owners of Clement Trailers and Hilbilt Trailers, has acquired Summit Trailer Sales, Inc.