Private Equity Insights

JANUARY 14, 2025

Directional Capital, which already manages Pizza Huts operations in Denmark and Sweden, is expected to leverage its expertise to revitalise the UK business. In November, HWS joined 220 hospitality firms in warning the Chancellor of job cuts and closures caused by the tax increase.

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The Motley Fool

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Additionally, its breadth gives it leverage in distribution agreements for better positioning and promotions. It can also use that leverage to get new products on shelves and in front of potential customers, enabling it to expand its product lineup more easily than smaller competitors.

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The Motley Fool

MARCH 11, 2025

substantially beat the analyst consensus of $0.79, due to strong operational leverage. EBITDA = Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Building systems solutions provider Limbach Holdings (NASDAQ:LMB) reported mixed fourth-quarter 2024 earnings on Tuesday, March 10. Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.15

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 19, 2024

We expect continued year-over-year improvement in the fourth quarter as governed by sales performance given the leverage deleverage nature of service. SG&A leveraged by 640 basis points driven by the growth and gross profit and our continued expense efficiency actions. With that, we'll be happy to take your questions.

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The Motley Fool

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

We've transformed the company from a tax and accounting platform to an AI-driven expert platform. Starting with our consumer platform, Big Bet 3 is focused on helping customers make smart money decisions, take steps to improve their financial health year round, achieve their best tax outcome, and accelerate the receipt of their refund.

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The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 29, 2024

As disclosed earlier in the third quarter, First Solar also possesses a TOPCon patent portfolio through our acquisition of TetraSun in 2013, which we have begun to leverage as part of our ongoing efforts to develop the next generation of PV technologies. billion of Section 45X tax credits and $60 million to $75 million of ramp costs.

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The Motley Fool

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The sector has gone through a transformation in the past decade, with midstream companies reducing leverage and being more disciplined when it comes to funding growth projects. Even better, the company has said it could pay excess distributions once its leverage is below 3 times and it has excess free cash flow.

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 9, 2024

The non-GAAP tax rate for the quarter was actually 20.1%, which is higher than my 19% guidance. Even as higher tax rate lowered EPS by $0.02, we still hit the high end of my constant currency guidance. Lastly, my EPS guidance for Q3 assumes a base tax rate of 19%. Absolutely, we did better.

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The Motley Fool

MAY 1, 2024

That kept its leverage ratio at 3.0, It aims for leverage of 3.0, Enterprise Products' combination of stable cash flows, strong distribution coverage, and low leverage put its high-yielding distribution on a very firm foundation. The company invested $875 million into growth capital projects during the first quarter.

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The Motley Fool

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Excluding the impact of interest and taxes, we expect bottom-line growth of 8% to 10%, reflecting the strength of our business fundamentals and the robust secular trends driving our industry. Our adjusted effective tax rate for 2025 is expected to be approximately 21%. to drive operational leverage through the P&L.

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 9, 2024

To that end, we are leveraging the learnings from early service engagement to develop new tools to accelerate future modernization efforts. In addition, as previously announced, we are bringing search and vector service to our community and EA offerings, leveraging our run anywhere competitive advantage in the world of AI.

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Private Equity Wire

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The report cites the company’s founders and Co-Managing Partners, Tom Connolly and Michael Koester, as confirming that the funding includes leverage and a co-investment programme, with Liberty Mutual Investments and Michael Dell’s family office, DFO Management, as anchor partners.

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The Motley Fool

MARCH 19, 2025

As for long-term performance, about 55 ETFs have beaten this Vanguard fund's average returns over the past 10 years without resorting to financial tricks such as leveraged funds. Tax-efficient moves Uncle Sam will want a share of your gains at some point. There are several options on the table.

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The Motley Fool

JUNE 23, 2024

For instance, pre-tax contributions to a 401(k) can lower your taxable income. Instead of getting an up-front tax deduction, you'll contribute after-tax dollars to a Roth IRA so you can receive tax-free income during retirement. Image source: Getty Images. If you are 50 and older, those contribution limits will climb.

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Private Equity Wire

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Despite the competitive environment in leveraged loans, which have seen record sales of $986bn this year, Ares’ CEO Michael Arougheti emphasised that Ares’ approach spans beyond sponsor lending, encompassing real estate, infrastructure, and other alternative credit strategies. “In

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The Motley Fool

MARCH 27, 2024

The beauty of a Roth IRA lies in its tax structure. Contributions are made with after-tax dollars, but the account's growth and withdrawals are tax free under current laws. It's an incredible way to leverage compound interest from a young age. Plus, withdrawals used for qualified education expenses are not taxed.

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The MLP expects its leverage ratio to end the year at 3 times, down from 3.7 That's much lower than Energy Transfer, which expects its leverage ratio to be toward the lower end of its 4 times to 4.5 Western Midstream has a very strong financial profile. times at the end of last year. times target range. billion expected this year).

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Private Equity Wire

JANUARY 8, 2025

GFL expects to realise cash proceeds from the transaction of approximately CAD6.2bn net of the retained equity and taxes. GFL plans to use approximately CAD3.75bn of the CAD6.2bn net proceeds from the sale to reduce its debt, aiming to bring its net leverage ratio down to 3.0x.

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The Motley Fool

JANUARY 21, 2025

49% Net revenue $5.329 billion $5.195 billion $4.459 billion 20% Net income $1.840 billion N/A $1.045 billion 76% Pre-tax profit margin 43.3% (46.6% 49% Net revenue $5.329 billion $5.195 billion $4.459 billion 20% Net income $1.840 billion N/A $1.045 billion 76% Pre-tax profit margin 43.3% (46.6% adjusted) N/A 26.8% (36.0%

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The Motley Fool

MAY 9, 2024

Ares Capital is also a registered investment corporation (RIC), meaning it must distribute 90% of its income to investors in order to be exempt from federal taxes. BDCs tend to use leverage to help boost their payouts. While this leverage can help juice returns, it could also exacerbate losses during an economic downturn.

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The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 8, 2024

It repaid debt, which steadily drove down its leverage ratio. Today, Energy Transfer has a strong investment-grade balance sheet with a leverage ratio in the lower half of its 4.0-to-4.5x That improving leverage ratio has provided Energy Transfer with increased financial flexibility. times target range.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 18, 2024

Roughly 98% of its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization ( EBITDA ) comes from cost-of-service arrangements or long-term contracts. Finally, Enbridge has a strong balance sheet with a conservative leverage ratio. times leverage ratio , well within its 4.5x-5.0x target range.

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The Motley Fool

JANUARY 31, 2025

First, we committed to leveraging our distinctive risk capital and human capital structure to unlock new solutions that address the evolving client demand discussed earlier. Moving to interest, other income and taxes on Slide 11. billion of debt in 2024 and coupled with earnings growth, lowered our debt-to-EBITDA leverage from 4.1

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The Motley Fool

JANUARY 23, 2025

We have robust plans that leverage the demand for flavor and the strength of our brands. Our team remains focused on returning to our long-term growth algorithm, strengthening our profitability, continuing our strong cash flow, paying down our debt, and reducing our leverage ratio. McCormick remains a growth company.

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The Motley Fool

OCTOBER 28, 2024

of the total; real estate tax and ground leases , 1.6%; and other investments, at 3%. Tenants are responsible for all property expenses, including routine maintenance, real estate taxes, and building insurance. The company has a conservative balance sheet with low leverage, minimal near-term debt maturities, and ample liquidity.

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The Motley Fool

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

They often have very high dividend payout ratios and leverage ratios , which puts them at a higher risk of needing to cut their dividends if they run into financial trouble. leverage ratio, well below the 4.0 leverage ratio its stable cash flows can support. in the coming years. Here's a look at what fuels that view.

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Our Q3 adjusted EBITDA results reflect a continuation of our strong gross margin performance, our disciplined approach to cost management, and the ongoing benefits of fixed cost leverage as we scale. Please note that my discussion of SG&A exclude share-based compensation expense and related taxes. How fast can we get to 30% or 40%?

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The Motley Fool

MARCH 20, 2025

A significant focus lies on leveraging innovations like AI to tailor consumer experiences. Notably, the tax rate dropped from 16.5% to 5.9%, thanks to a significant deferred tax benefit. Despite the market challenges, Nike aims for continued growth through brand storytelling and engaging with athletes.

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The Motley Fool

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

For its smokeable segment, revenue net of exercise taxes rose 1.2% Revenue net of excise taxes in its oral products segment, meanwhile, rose 5.8% Overall revenue net of excise taxes rose 1.3% Its debt-to- EBITDA leverage is in good shape at 2.1 Discount brand shipments plunged 28.4%. Cigar volumes fell 1.6%.

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The Motley Fool

MARCH 24, 2024

Investors who like Enterprise Products Partners (and understand the tax complexities of owning an MLP ) should check out fellow MLP MPLX (NYSE: MPLX). billion of adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization ( EBITDA ) and $5.3 leverage ratio , which falls in the middle of its 2.75-3.25 target range.

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The Motley Fool

JULY 1, 2024

Meanwhile, its balance sheet is in good shape with a leverage ratio (net debt/adjusted EBITDA ) of just 3.2 < Situated in the right basins, MPLX looks in good shape to continue growing its distributions, while its forward enterprise value (EV) -to-EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) valuation of 9.6

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The Motley Fool

APRIL 12, 2024

But the second box is what knocks most people out of the running: You have to earn the maximum income subject to Social Security taxes (also known as the contribution and benefit base) for at least 35 years. In 2024, that means earning $168,600 or more.

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The Motley Fool

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

That lease structure requires the tenant to cover a property's operating expenses, like routine maintenance, building insurance, and real estate taxes. The REIT also has a strong investment-grade balance sheet with a low leverage ratio. times at the end of the second quarter, leverage was below its target range in the mid-to-high 5s.

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The Motley Fool

MARCH 28, 2025

At a stock price of around $39 per share, DraftKings trades for an enterprise value roughly 21 times management's 2025 outlook for earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization ( EBITDA ). Revenue growth should remain strong, while operating margin should show considerable improvement as it leverages fixed costs.

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The Motley Fool

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Its balance sheet is strong, with a leverage ratio of 3x and solid A- and A3 credit ratings. That means it issues K-1 tax forms, which make tax preparation more complicated. However, I think the many advantages that investing in this midstream energy stock offers easily outweigh this tax-related downside.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 31, 2024

Buffett's reason for selling focuses on the favorable tax laws American corporations currently benefit from. He expects taxes to go up in the future. Since Berkshire's sitting on a substantial capital gain from its Apple investment, he decided to take some money off the table and pay taxes now instead of waiting until later.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 23, 2024

Margins benefited from leverage from higher sales. Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization ( EBITDA ) nearly tripled, from $12.7 The company also showed off strong margin improvement as its restaurant-level profit margin improved to 26.5% from 26.1% in the quarter a year ago. million to $34.3

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