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BGL Managing Director Peter Hill is quoted in a recent article published by Contact Center Pipeline entitled, “Speaking The Customers’ Language(s).” In the article, Peter discusses the growing demand for multilingual contact centers and the role AI will play in shaping the industry. For all of Peter’s insights, read the full article on Contact Center Pipeline’s website here: https://lnkd.in/gWTXG69e ? #InvestmentBanking #MergersAndAcquisitions #ProfessionalServices #ArtificialIntelligence #ContactCenters

BGL Managing Director Todd Cassidy, who leads the firm’s Automotive & Aftermarket investment banking team, is quoted in an article published by Paige Gross for the States Newsroom network entitled, “Electric vehicle industry will persist, experts say, despite Trump funding cuts.” In the article, Todd discusses the impact of the Trump administration’s decision to cut funding to the EV industry. For Todd’s other insights, read the complete article on the States Newsroom website here: https://lnkd.in/g-e-5efW ? #InvestmentBanking #MergersAndAcquisitions #Automotive #ElectricVehicle #AutoIndustry

The building products M&A market is poised for continued growth as investors weigh favorable long-term fundamentals of the U.S. housing market, according to a new industry report released by BGL’s Building Products investment banking team. In addition to providing insights into the broader housing market, BGL examines key trends impacting four of the industry’s largest sub-sectors—window & door, flooring, cabinetry, and roofing. ? To read, download, and share your complimentary copy of this Insider, visit: https://lnkd.in/g6m6fEwU ? #InvestmentBanking #MergersAndAcquisitions #BuildingProducts #PrivateEquity #HousingMarket CC: Andrew Petryk, Daniel MacDonald?

BGL is pleased to announce the real estate sale of the Eye Consultants of Texas & Lonestar Ambulatory Surgery Center (the Property) totaling approximately 17,724 rentable square feet in Grapevine, Texas, to Flagship Healthcare Properties. BGL’s Healthcare Real Estate team served as the exclusive advisor to the seller in the transaction. Located conveniently along State Highway 114 in Grapevine, Texas, the Property consists of approximately 17,724 rentable square feet and includes the adjacent Lonestar Ambulatory Surgery Center. To read our full press release, visit: https://lnkd.in/g-sxadgn ? #Healthcare #MedicalRealEstate #MedicalProperties #EyeSurgery #AmbulatorySurgeryCenter

BGL’s Head of Industrials Andrew Petryk, who also leads the firm’s Building Products investment banking team, is quoted in a recent article by Janelle Bradley for PitchBook News entitled, “Natural disasters, housing woes could spur building products deals.” In the article, Andrew discusses the key themes that play into an active building products M&A market in 2025. For all of Andrew’s insights, read the complete article here: https://lnkd.in/gZu5j-9B ? #InvestmentBanking #MergersAndAcquisitions #Windows #Industrials #BuildingProducts

Sauces and condiments are grabbing hold of consumers, with both legacy and startup brands finding traction in fueling the phenomenon, according to an industry report released by BGL’s Food & Beverage investment banking team. ? Inside the report, BGL examines trends shaping sauces and condiments and the increasing interest from investors and strategic acquirors. ? To learn more about the drivers of food & beverage M&A activity in the sauces and condiments category, download and read our full Insider here: https://lnkd.in/gPF8iz4N ? #InvestmentBanking #MergersAndAcquisitions #FoodAndBeverage #Sauces #Condiments ? CC: Daniel Gomez, Stephen Scharafin

BGL Managing Director Todd Cassidy, who leads the firm’s Automotive & Aftermarket investment banking group, is quoted in an article published by Brian Boyle for The Daily Upside entitled, “Can the Automotive Industry Survive the Trade War?” In the article, Todd discusses the impact of the Trump administration’s tariffs on the U.S. auto industry. For Todd’s other insights, read the complete article on The Daily Upside website here: https://lnkd.in/gYfgvNjP ? #InvestmentBanking #MergersAndAcquisitions #Automotive #Tariffs #AutoIndustry

The roofing industry is consolidating significantly, with major players expanding their market presence through acquisitions and facility investments, according to a new industry report by BGL’s Building Products investment banking team. The U.S. roofing materials market size was estimated at $15.7 billion in 2023 and is forecasted to grow 4.5% annually from 2024 to 2030. With re-reroofing accounting for more than 80% of market demand, the forecasted uptick in renovation and repair (R&R) spending in 2025 will be a significant driver of growth for the industry. ? To learn more about BGL’s view on the projected growth of the roofing sub-sector, visit: https://lnkd.in/gcssJicZ #InvestmentBanking #MergersAndAcquisitions #BuildingProducts #PrivateEquity #Roofing ? CC: Andrew Petryk, Daniel MacDonald?

BGL is pleased to announce GFL Environmental Inc. (NYSE: GFL) (GFL), the fourth-largest diversified environmental services company in North America, has sold its Environmental Services business to funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management, Inc.?(NYSE: APO) and BC Partners for an enterprise value of C$8 billion. BGL’s Environmental investment banking team served as GFL’s financial advisor in the transaction. Headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario, GFL is the fourth largest diversified environmental services company in North America, providing solid waste management services through its platform of facilities across Canada and in more than half of the U.S. states. Across its organization, GFL has a workforce of more than 15,000 employees. To read more about the transaction, visit: https://lnkd.in/gkf46a3n ? #InvestmentBanking #MergersAndAcquisitions #EnvironmentalServices #Infrastructure #Sustainability

Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in the contact center industry, bringing unprecedented opportunities for efficiency, personalization, and innovation. BGL Managing Director Peter Hill recently authored a report examining AI’s impact on the contact center services industry. The report focuses on whether AI will be an extremely effective tool to make organizations more efficient or whether it will, in fact, completely disrupt the sector and lead to widespread job losses. To read Peter’s commentary, visit: https://lnkd.in/gErkuWMb #InvestmentBanking #MergersAndAcquisitions #ProfessionalServices #ContactCenters #ArtificialIntelligence ? CC: Peter Hill, David Silver