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Paul Elias
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Freelance Writer, Freelance
San Francisco
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Arts , Music , Culture , Community Organizing
Esporte, Economia
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By Paul Elias Verified| Mergers & Acquisitions Verified Hopes were high that 2025 would usher in a dealmaking and IPO resurgence. Instead, concerns are mounting that tariff-induced economic uncertainty will turn into recession. Private equity dealflow, already under pressure from high interest rates, has dropped precipitously as recession fears mount. According to data from Preqin, global PE transactions had already fallen by 27 percent over the first three months of the year compared to the same period last year
By Paul Elias Verified| Mergers & Acquisitions Verified After a decade of PE’s binge-buying burger joints and burrito chains, 2024 saw more bankruptcies than acquisitions. Will 2025 be better? There are signs of optimism emerging that fast-food M&A will have a better year than last, including sluggish summer sales picking up slightly at the end of the year. Roark Capital’s current fundraising effort and possible IPO of its giant franchisor platform Inspire Brands are also signaling a possible rebound in a sector with tremendous PE interest
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Freelance
Freelancer.com is the largest freelancing and crowdsourcing marketplace in the world, connecting over 81 million employers and freelancers across more than 247 countries. Founded in 2009 and based in Sydney, Australia, the platform allows employers to post jobs while freelancers can bid on these projects. It is publicly traded on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker ASX:FLN. The platform supports a variety of work categories, including software development, writing, design, and marketing. Freelancer.com also offers contests for creative work, where employers can award prize money to winning entries. Users can choose from different membership plans, including free and paid subscriptions, which provide various benefits. The mobile app enhances project management and communication for users on the go. With a diverse customer base that includes individuals, small businesses, and large enterprises, Freelancer.com plays a significant role in the global online economy.
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