May 21, 2007 by Tom TaulliBlackstone Scores an Option on ChinaThe mega private equity firm strikes a historic deal and paves the way for a hot IPO.
May 21, 2007 by Tom TaulliADS Is Private Equity's PlaythingThe financial processor was an ideal buyout target, and the dealmaking may have just started.
May 21, 2007 by Tom TaulliAutodesk Has Designs on GrowthThe leader in design software should get a long-term boost from its move to 3-D.
May 18, 2007 by Tom TaulliSalesforce.com: Building to LastRevenue growth remains robust, but some investors desire greater profitability.
May 17, 2007 by Tom TaulliCitigroup in the Lampert ZoneThe mega bank continues to meander and now may feel the pressure from activist shareholders.
May 17, 2007 by Tom TaulliCompuware Calls In the A-TeamAs it gains momentum, the company attracts buyout rumors.
May 16, 2007 by Tom TaulliEvercore's Mesmerized by M&AThe company had a strong quarter, but its fortunes are tied to the volatility of the M&A market.
May 16, 2007 by Tom TaulliFortress on the Speed RailThe alternative investment firm is betting big on railroads and senior living centers.
May 16, 2007 by Tom TaulliOracle's M&A Machine Strikes AgainAfter years of uneven growth, Agile teams up with a much bigger partner.
May 15, 2007 by Tom TaullieCollege Drops OutBy selling out at a premium, the company can leverage Pearson's power.
May 14, 2007 by Tom TaulliJMP Jumps on IPO WaveThe boutique investment bank has built a nice platform for the growing middle market.
May 14, 2007 by Tom TaulliSolera Ensures IPO SuccessThrough aggressive M&A, the company has built a solid software platform for auto claims.
May 14, 2007 by Tom TaulliAlcatel-Lucent Banishing Merger BluesCost-cutting should help the company get its growth back.
May 14, 2007 by Tom TaulliThe Numbers Align for 24/7 Real MediaDealmaking in the online ad sector may boost the company's revenue.
May 14, 2007 by Tom TaulliSAP Still Thinking SmallThe latest acquisition will have a minimal impact on the software giant.
May 14, 2007 by Tom TaulliInvestors Grilling Outback SteakhousePublic shareholders are trying to get a higher bid from the restaurant chain.
May 9, 2007 by Tom TaulliLazard's Laser FocusThe company supplements strong M&A business with improving asset management operations.
