5 Private Capital Insights from Q1 2025 and What They Mean to You

Wealth management concept

The private capital market continues to evolve as liquidity conditions improve, valuations reset, and sector-specific opportunities emerge. Private equity distributions have turned positive, signaling a rebound in liquidity and potential for reinvestment. While M&A activity is on the rise, particularly in take-private deals, retail real estate remains a stronghold due to constrained supply and rising…

Read More

Top Employee Benefits Enhancements for Small Businesses in 2025

Small business concept

At a glance The full story: As we wrap up the first quarter of 2025, small business owners face an increasingly competitive market when it comes to attracting and retaining top talent. To differentiate themselves and stand out from the crowd, many business owners, executives, and leaders are focused on boosting their employee benefits packages…

Read More

Selling Your Company? Here’s How to Get the Best Deal

Business meeting - M&A

At a glance The full story: It can take years to build a successful, thriving business from the ground up — and deciding to merge or sell it can feel overwhelming and even emotional. Furthermore, the decision-making process can trigger a host of new and competing questions: When is the right time? How do you…

Read More

6 Key Restaurant Industry Insights and What They Mean for Your Business

RFH Q1 Newsletter

2025 First Quarter Report What we are seeing in restaurants Restaurant operators are navigating mixed signals as performance metrics show signs of optimism and caution. On one hand, key metrics such as same-store sales and traffic are growing at a faster rate. However, persistent challenges like high turnover rates, rising costs, and pressures on consumer…

Read More