In this episode of "Best But Never Final," hosts Lloyd Metz, Doug McCormick, Sean Mooney, and special guest Dave Roberts from Houlihan Lokey explore the shifting landscape of M&A markets and the strategic maneuvers private equity firms employ in response.

Episode Highlights:

• 1:04 - Introduction of Dave Roberts and the evolving M&A market's impact on deal flows.
• 9:47 - Performance insights of private equity portfolios amid economic fluctuations.
• 15:11 - Examination of the backlog in deal introductions and the disconnect between buyer and seller expectations.
• 22:00 - The critical role of sponsor coverage in investment banking for bridging between private equity firms and market opportunities.
• 38:03 - Strategies for private equity firms to effectively engage with sponsor coverage professionals and optimize deal outcomes.

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