The State of Crypto Venture Capital in 2025
Insights from VeradiVerdict – Issue #337 (Paul Veradittakit, Aug 28, 2025) Record-Breaking Growth Crypto companies have already raised more than $16 billion year-to-date in 2025, with over 100 M&A deals announced—surpassing the total deal value of 2024 and positioning the industry for a historic year. This cycle is fundamentally stronger than past ones, driven by: Regulatory clarity in the U.S. […]
The Hidden Cost of Internal Valuations: Why Third-Party Assessments are the Gold Standard
“Cost-Effective” Internal Valuations Are Actually A Huge Hidden Expense Internal valuations can lead to months of back-and-forth reviews and dramatically higher fees—turning a “cost-saving” approach into a huge expense. Discover the real price of doing it alone and best practices in independent valuations. Download our exclusive whitepaper. What You’ll Learn in This Whitepaper: ✔ The […]
The Growing Demand for MedSpa Businesses: Is Now the Time to Sell?
The MedSpa industry is booming. With the increasing popularity of non-invasive aesthetic procedures, demand for high-quality MedSpa services has never been stronger. This growth is driven by several factors, including rising consumer awareness, technological advancements, and a growing preference for self-care and wellness treatments. For MedSpa owners, this begs the question: Is now the right […]
Continuation Funds and the Future of Private Equity Exits
In 2024, there were 96 reported continuation fund deals, representing a 12.9% increase from 2023 and a remarkable 14% of all private equity exits. At Houlihan Capital, we know that continuation funds remain a popular option into 2025, as many of our general partner clients look to circumnavigate challenges associated with traditional exits, retain high-performing […]
Selling Your Business: Understanding the Value of Your Business
Introduction Selling your business is a significant decision, and understanding its value is crucial. Business valuation is a complex process that involves various methodologies. In this whitepaper, Houlihan explores three (3) approaches to business valuation: the Market Approach, Income Approach, and Asset Approach. We also discuss earnings adjustments, which are essential for accurately determining the […]