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This is a fascinating area of the business valuation profession - I am passionate about this sector

As the great philosopher Jay Z said, Why be a Businessman when you can be a “Business” man… did I get that right? This article highlights some of the questions young athletes are faced with in the post #NIL world.. #athletes #collegesports #ncaa #privateequity #youngwealthcreators

Thinking about #Investing in sports? Learn how to capture value beyond the scoreboard with Deloitte.

A capital restructuring deal affecting the intercollegiate sports landscape.

What’s next for the global sports sector? Hear from our experts from Marsh, Oliver Wyman and Lippincott as we summarize perspectives from the inaugural Marsh McLennan Sports Forum. The forum brought together senior executives from the world’s largest sport federations, leagues and national governing bodies, and private capital businesses to explore the wide-ranging issues impacting the industry. Here are our key takeaways: 1️⃣ The sector is rapidly evolving, becoming bigger, more dynamic, and globalized 2️⃣ Sport, media and entertainment are converging, and building fan communities through sports entertainment will be critical for brand-building 3️⃣ Gen Z consume sport and media differently to other generations, driving considerable changes in content rights and event formats 4️⃣ Tackling climate issues is vital but complex, as sports organizations’ carbon footprint extends far beyond their boundaries 5️⃣ Opportunities abound for the industry as it responds, to deepen and expand the relationship sport has in our lives #Sport #Media #Transformation

Dr Saverio Salandra, a partner in our London Corporate team, has shared his thoughts on the 2024 landscape of M&A in the sports industry. Savi believes that "M&A in the sports industry will play a pivotal role in shaping its dynamic and ever-evolving landscape." To read the full article click on the link below. https://lnkd.in/ehGfSrJC #HCRCorporate #mergersandacquisitions #SportsLaw

Sportico's #InvestInSports is come to LA this May! 🏆 The industry-leading news conference unpack the opportunities and motivations driving the new investment class of athletes, celebrities, media moguls, private equity funds, individual investors and more as they look to generate returns and transform the $500B industry. What to participate? Message me. https://lnkd.in/et7KQD9F #privateequity #sportsbusiness #sportsfinance #alternativeinvestments #familyoffices

Nice piece from PitchBook: "Private equity sports investment is on the rise. As leagues have eased ownership rules, dealmakers spy opportunities to gain outsized returns and cultural influence. It’s no wonder why: US sports teams’ valuations have grown faster than the S&P 500 in recent decades, prompting firms like Arctos Sports Partners and RedBird Capital Partners to amass portfolios of minority stakes in teams." #privateequity #privatemarkets #sports #investing

As rules around private equity ownership of sports leagues expand, Michael Cembalest, Chairman of Market and Investment Strategy for J.P. Morgan, explores investing in professional sports leagues and related businesses. Read more in this special edition of Eye on the Market:

Check out our PE playbook for sports!