TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%


M&A

As with everything since the pandemic, the valuation model for blue sky will continue to evolve as profits normalize at lower levels in the coming quarters.

The past is no longer prologue for valuing Blue Sky

- May 2, 2023
Auto retailers have commonly averaged the last three years of earnings to estimate expected future profitability. This methodology proved to be an effective predictor of future earnings for the years...
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Farid Ahmad, dealership valuations and M&A

The dealership M&A landscape is changing: Is now a good time to sell? — Farid Ahmad | DSMA

- April 20, 2023
With economic headwinds and the return of competitive pricing at the dealership, many storeowners want to know if now is a good time to buy or sell. On this edition...
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The 2023 outlook for autotech M&A activity

- April 20, 2023
The outlook for automotive technology (autotech) mergers and acquisitions (M&A) should prove to be strong over the remainder of 2023 for a number of reasons. Let’s explore these below.  Valuations Come Back...
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The Presidio Group provided exclusive M&A advisory services to Flow Automotive Companies through its wholly owned investment bank.

The Presidio Group advises Flow Automotive Companies on purchase of eight franchises in Charlottesville, VA., market

- April 18, 2023
AUSTIN, TX — April 18, 2023 — The Presidio Group LLC (“Presidio”), an independent merchant banking firm focused on mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and investments in the automotive retail...
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Jason Stein, George Karolis

Jason Stein & George Karolis discuss the changing M&A landscape in 2023

- March 31, 2023
After navigating the car market's highs and lows throughout 2021 and 2022, dealers are increasingly curious what the future holds for the automotive industry. George Karolis is an expert on...
Daily Automotive News Inside Automotive
Murgado Automotive Group buy/sell transactions

Murgado Automotive Group acquires 6 dealerships, LaFontaine adds Chevy store

- March 30, 2023
According to the Q4 2022 Haig Report, which tracks trends in auto retail and their impact on dealership values, dealership profits reach new peaks in 2022, driving the robust demand...
Daily Automotive News Articles
Alan Haig discusses M&A activity

Why retail automotive is still going strong despite years of challenges – Alan Haig | Haig Partners

- March 21, 2023
On this episode of Inside Automotive, host Jim Fitzpatrick is once again joined by Alan Haig, founder of Haig Partners, to discuss further developments in the car business. Haig notes that...
Inside Automotive Featured
M&A deals mergers and acquisitions

5 notable automotive M&A deals in the first months of 2023

- March 16, 2023
With dealership and OEM profits relatively high, increased consumer demand, and an uptick in retirees who are closing or selling their dealerships, M&A activity has been high for several quarters...
Daily Automotive News Mergers & Acquisitions Tracker
Alan Haig discusses M&A activity

To buy or not to buy: M&A activity in today’s car market — Alan Haig

- March 14, 2023
As the dust from the COVID pandemic settles on the automotive industry, M&A activity has become more energetic than ever. Dealers are now taking the next steps in their careers,...
Daily Automotive News Inside Automotive
Greenfield

Automotive tech innovations present new opportunities for M&A — Steve Greenfield

- February 22, 2023
Dealers want to be sure they are making the right investments for their business, which is why on this episode of CBT Now anchor Jim Fitzpatrick with frequent CBT News...
Daily Automotive News CBT Now


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