According to the National Retail Federation, January retail industry sales (excluding automobiles, gas stations and restaurants) increased 0.9 percent seasonally adjusted from December and 4.0 percent unadjusted year-over-year.

“Thanks to a combination of unseasonably warm weather across much of the country and millions of shoppers with gift cards burning holes in their pockets, retailers are still riding the tailwinds of consumers’ spending power,” said National Retail Federation President and CEO Matthew Shay. “As a traditionally slower sales month for the industry, it’s encouraging to see such sustained growth in consumer spending and sentiment.”

Meanwhile, data  released today by the U.S. Department of Commerce, showed total retail sales (which include non-general merchandise categories such as autos, gasoline stations and restaurants) increased 5.6 percent unadjusted year-over-year and 0.4 percent seasonally adjusted month-to-month.

Significant changes on consumers “core” spending of Americans include general merchandises (2.0%, 5.8% YoY); sporting goods, hobby, books and music (1.1%, 4.3% YoY); furniture and home furnishing (-0.2%, 7.8% YoY); and building materials, garden equipment and supplies (0.2%, 8.1% YoY). Purchases in electronics and appliances has been on a decline as they only increased by 0.5% and dropped 0.6%YoY.

"All the post-holiday markdowns and gift cards received during the holidays worked their magic. They brought people into the stores," said Libby Bierman, analyst at Sageworks.

Although January’s retail business report looks good, Paul Dale, senior U.S. economist for Capital Economics said that they don’t suggest that consumption growth is about to set the economic recovery alight. David Greenlaw, an economist at Morgan Stanley, agrees. He said the report showed consumers simply "don’t have the income growth to go crazy."

Retail sales serve as the pulse indicator of the consumers – the primary drivers of the economy. By somewhat defying the old trend of lackluster sales during the beginning of the year, they show that they are still able to contribute to the economic recovery. The fact that the retail industry is backed up by consumer spending makes it a good acquisition opportunity. So if your company is interested in buying a retail business for sale, do so now without hesitation.

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Sources:
http://www.nrf.com/modules.php?name=News&op=viewlive&sp_id=1311
http://www.census.gov/retail/marts/www/marts_current.pdf
http://www.forbes.com/sites/anthonydemarco/2012/02/15/retail-sales-off-to-a-strong-start/
http://www.forbes.com/sites/abrambrown/2012/02/14/jan-retail-sales-grew-less-than-expected/
http://money.cnn.com/2012/02/14/news/economy/retail_sales/index.htm
http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/02/14/us-usa-economy-idUSTRE7BM0AB20120214

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052970204795304577222872995855782.html

This occupational health and safety business for sale has earned a well-respected reputation in the Canadian oil and gas industry for providing remote emergency medical services. This workplace safety service business for sale counts Canada’s largest oil and gas companies as loyal long-term customers.

This workplace safety training business for sale recently launched several new occupational health and safety services, prompting a 60 percent growth in sales in 2011. Revenue from the majority of the Company’s new occupational health and safety services doubled during the most recent twelve months, yet there remains tremendous opportunity for further growth. With a historical concentration in the oil and gas customer market, there are a number of untapped market opportunities yet to be explored.

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In the latest Institute of Supply Management report, manufacturing continued its growth in January as the PMI registered 54.1 percent, placing it back at the level last seen June 2011.

New Orders Index reached 57.6 percent in January, a 2.8 percent increase from December’s adjusted index rate. Backlog of Orders Index has breached the 50-level mark, registering at 52.5 percent. New Export Orders also increased. 

Economists said that the increasing order backlogs suggest manufacturers are lacking the capacity to meet current demand. That could mean more growth in production and employment in the near future. January’s employment index slipped 0.5 percent while production slowed 3.2 percent from the previous report.

Of the 18 manufacturing industries, nine are reporting growth in January. These are Apparel, Leather & Allied Products; Petroleum & Coal Products; Machinery; Computer & Electronic Products; Transportation Equipment; Miscellaneous Manufacturing; Fabricated Metal Products; Paper Products; and Primary Metals.

“Manufacturing is starting out the year on a positive note, with new orders, production and employment all growing in January," said Bradley J. Holcomb, CPSM, CPSD, chair of the Institute for Supply Management™ Manufacturing Business Survey Committee.

“This is a very encouraging report on manufacturing activity that shows particular strength in leading indicators,” said John Ryding, an economist at RDQ Economics.

Economists and analysts have high hopes for the manufacturing industry this year. Globally, the numbers point in that direction as well. But consumer spending is still the most vital ingredient towards full economic recovery.

America’s economy was built on manufacturing. Event President Obama has high hopes for this industry and believes in its capacity to push the country to full recovery and in a way, aid job creation as well. Your company can take part in this as well – by buying a manufacturing business for sale.  I do not need to stress the advantages of buying a business for sale in the manufacturing industry nor its resiliency throughout the recession period. The numbers speak for themselves.

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Sources:
http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/manufacturing-grows-at-fastest-pace-in-7-months-as-new-orders-rise-employment-dips/2012/02/01/gIQA32BfhQ_story.html
http://www.marketwatch.com/story/isms-us-manufacturing-index-gains-momentum-2012-02-01?siteid=bnbh
http://www.ism.ws/ISMReport/MfgROB.cfm?navItemNumber=12942

Company Highlights

• The Company has been an agent for a well-known international moving company for over 25 years
• Chamber of Commerce – San Angelo – Business of the Year 2010
• The Company has been honored with quality awards in the areas of customer service, claims-related data and safety and has been chosen three times as a top 20 agent (twice as a top five agent) for the international moving company
• The Company maintains a fleet of 14 trucks and 24 trailers for freight hauling services, as well as three trucks, three trailers, two pack vans and two other specialty trucks for household moves
• The Company maintains long-standing relationships with several key customers, providing all relocation services for each
• Fiscal 2010 sales were $2.9 million, representing over 42% growth over 2009 and the Company’s recovery from the recession
• Fiscal 2011 sales are forecast to approximate $3.0 million with recast EBITDA of $420,000
• Significant growth potential exists via geographic and customer expansion leveraging the Company’s reputation for providing excellent performance backed by exceptional technical expertise and customer service

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In a report by CreditSights, the independent research boutique together with Dealogic, M&A deals announced in the technology sector last year reached $22.6 billion, which was up 44% on the previous year. Tech giants like Google, Apple, and Microsoft and other companies have their eyes set on buying businesses for sale, and even start-up companies that are involved in hot sectors like cloud computing, mobile, and social media. As for middle market tech companies, there’s an ‘acquire or be acquired’ mentality among chief financial officers, said Aftab Jamil, partner and director of the Technology and Life Sciences practice at BDO USA.

In an interview, Chris McCabe, co-head of investment banking and head of technology, media and telecommunications banking at Cowen said that most established companies are worried about disruptive technologies, or those innovations that helps to create a new market and eventually goes on to disrupt or displace an earlier technology (think iPhone’s introduction in 2007). “They want to make sure their company captures that growth through M&A rather than seeing that growth go to a start-up,” he said.

Jeff Liu, Ernst & Young Capital Advisors’ U.S. group head for technology M&A and capital and debt advisory agrees. "We are entering a transformative cycle for technology propelled by mobility, the evolution of cloud computing and the explosion of data… 2012 will be a strong year for technology M&A as these disruptive technologies spur significant strategic deal-making activity among technology companies and PE firms looking to generate returns."

Investment bankers say that the cloud computing industry is poised to grow even more. According to investment bank William Blair, deal activity in this industry last year jumped to 168 transactions, totaling $6.9 billion, compared to 91 deals worth $2.5 billion over the same period in 2010.

As we all know, mobile technology has grown exponentially over the last three years. With this, tech companies want to be the first in introducing new products and services to consumers through mergers and acquisitions. The emerging patent wars between wireless companies and those who would like to venture in mobile technology have also triggered M&A activity as well.  Of course, to support their growing customer base, businesses involved in telecom infrastructure and semiconductors will also become attractive acquisition opportunities.

Today’s world is driven by technology. From the time we wake up until we go to sleep, it is nearly impossible for us to not to deal with any electronic device. That’s one of the many reasons why technology companies have become so valuable. As companies try to find new ways to grow and gain the competitive advantage, buying a business for sale remains the best way to do so. Do not be left out of this race. Start searching for that technology business for sale at Corporations4Sale and become the next tech giant.

Sources:
http://www.forbes.com/sites/thestreet/2012/01/30/bankers-bullish-on-tech-ma-for-2012/
http://www.efinancialnews.com/story/2012-01-05/creditsights-report-tech-mergers-2012
http://www.cio.com/article/696649/U.S._Tech_M_A_Could_Swell_in_2012

http://www.accountingtoday.com/news/Tech-CFOs-Less-Optimistic-Revenue-Growth-61640-1.htm

This Southeastern U.S. based company specializes in providing critical new and refurbished aviation spare parts and materials to the turboprop aircraft engine and helicopter engine markets. The aircraft industry worldwide spends nearly $100 billion annually on aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO).

The Company directly participates in a $35 billion segment of this market. The engine overhaul and parts market is projected to grow significantly over the next decade and the Company is well positioned to participate in this growth.

Company Highlights

• Specialist in the turboprop aircraft engine and turboprop aircraft parts market
• Specialist in helicopter engine modules, parts, and accessories
• Established in 2005, the Company benefits from the same dedicated, ongoing management, and it continues to enjoy excellent, long-standing relationships with clients, suppliers, vendors and bankers
• Niche markets; very high profit margins
• Posted total revenue of $3.0 million in the fiscal year-end December 31, 2010, with EBITDA of $305,880
• Total revenue for the current fiscal year end December 31, 2011, is estimated near $3.30 million with EBITDA projected near $320,000
• Revenue base is worldwide, with 60% of sales to Europe and South America and 40% within the United States and Canada

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“With cheap financing available for prospective buyers and large cash balances on the balance sheets of corporations, companies may decide to return to the marketplace to make acquisitions; strategic buyers may look to provide growth opportunities, and private equity firms may look for additional opportunities to provide a return for their investors, “said Kenneth Woo, Research Manager of FactSet Research Systems. Furthermore, they expect six scenarios in the M&A world in 2012:

1. The European debt crisis will spur M&A and U.S. cross-border activity.

Eurozone’s debt issue continues to hound global economy up to now. However, not everything is bad about it. According to Woo, this has provided an opportunity for overseas firms to plunge into the European marketplace by taking advantage of attractive valuations.  

"This is evident through the purchases made by U.S. firms in the second and third quarters of 2011, when companies reached 313 and 304 deals respectively, the largest totals since 2000. Spending also surged as aggregate values exceeded $150 billion during the second quarter, the largest figure spent through any quarter by U.S.-based firms of European companies." If the crisis continues, we can expect even more European companies being acquired by US corporations.

2. Health Services, Insurance, and Energy will be among top industries.

We have said that energy and utilities, health care, and technology companies will be the most attractive sectors to look for acquisition opportunities (Read Top Industries in Which to Buy a Business for Sale). From 2010 to 2011, there has been a significant increase in deal activity in Miscellaneous Services, Health Services, Insurance, Leisure & Entertainment, Energy Services, and Retail. “Many within the deal industry expect an array of transactions within these industries to continue into 2012, fueled by strategic buyers’ thirst to reenter the market, “said Woo.

3. Private equity buyers will be the key to a revival of the M&A marketplace.

Private equity groups have been receiving bad light lately. However, PEG’s will be instrumental in the M&A rebound this year.  In all, private equity activity increased to 1,718 transactions and $247.1 billion in 2011, up from the 1,602 transactions and $199.3 billion in 2010. In addition, 2011 figures mirrored those from 2005, the start of the private equity boom, which came in at 1,778 transactions and $249.9 billion in value.

4.  Mega deals will make a comeback.

Although firms resurfaced in activity, volume still trailed activity from the boom years of 2005-2007. More notable was the absence of “mega deals,” or transactions worth more than $1 billion. Last year, some mega deals failed to materialize while others got cancelled on the table.

“The failure of such deals shows that private equity buyers are proceeding with caution, choosing to make strategic bolt-on acquisitions for existing portfolio companies rather than taking on the risk of highly leveraged buyouts, “ the report states.

5. The middle market will continue to increase in activity.

Volume and value figures in the middle market, which is indicative of the bulk of M&A transactions, increased to 9,394 transactions and $223.9 billion in value, up from 2010 figures of 9,231 transactions and $209.4 billion in value.

6. The presidential election will trigger trepidation in the U.S. markets.

With the election season underway, the economy is one of the key issues this year. In the current marketplace, investors may take a wait-and-see approach because of the economic uncertainty plus the outcome of the presidential election. Last year, the cancellation of the high profile acquisitions of T-Mobile by AT&T Corp and of NYSE Euronext by the Intercontinental Exchange and NASDAQ OMX Group highlighted the strong influence of regulators in the M&A world.

A lot of things could happen this year. Much like how some events in 2011 changed the course of business, I expect the same of 2012 as well. Still, I believe that businesses will continue to find ways to grow, whether organically or otherwise. Buying a business for sale is still the best way to achieve growth nowadays. Whatever 2012 has in store, be ready and never lose sight of your focus to make your company grow.

Source:
http://www.factset.com/insider/2012/1/1.17.12_predictions-for-deal-activity

Such facts were made clear by Mr. Ed Pendarvis, CBI, Founder and Chairman Emeritus of the Sunbelt Network. He states that small businesses are “probably the best opportunity for people to invest in themselves and in their communities.”

In a forum held last Thursday, Pendarvis said that small business runs the world. He added that 90 to 95 percent of small existing businesses or franchise businesses continue to operate after five years.

Because of their general structure, being reliant on face-to-face transactions, they are able to build better relations to their customers which increase their value.  This, coupled with the current economic climate, gives you the perfect reasoning to consider buying a small business.

"So many people are trying to make a decision now on how to make a living for them and their family," he said. "Oftentimes, people on second and third incomes – military men retired at 55 or 60 years old live another 30 years – are looking for something meaningful to do. It’s hard to get a job at that age. Oftentimes, buying your own business and providing a new income is very important. You have something to build, and you can grow that business and grow that value and have something to sell when you retire."

Buying a small business for sale offers a lot of advantages over building your own business. These advantages include immediate cash flow, trained employees in place, training from previous management, existing license and permits (and perhaps trademarks as well), and an established customer base. As to starting a business from scratch, Pendarvis said 65 to 90 percent do not last beyond five years. "It’s a real challenge to start up a new business."

They may be ‘small’ – but businesses of this scale, along with startups, offer a lot of growth opportunities. So go ahead and pursue your interest in buying a small business for sale. Simply head over to Corporations4Sale.com and who knows, you might be acquiring the next opportunity to grow a multi-million dollar company of the future.

Source:
http://fayobserver.com/articles/2012/01/26/1153245

President Barack Obama delivers the State of the Union address in the House Chamber at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., Jan. 24, 2012. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

President Barack Obama laid out what the White House called a ‘blueprint for an America that is built to last’ during his annual State of the Union Address. I’m sure you, together with many business owners, are concerned about what part of this ‘blueprint’ will benefit your company and aid your acquisition plans.

I won’t get into the nitty-gritty of his entire speech (If you want to read it, click here). But two sectors that have been instrumental in the economic recovery received great emphasis and caught my attention – energy and manufacturing.

Built on Manufacturing
How does the President plan to build this country with manufacturing as a foundation? Not by bailouts but with extensive policies that will highly benefit businesses. For one, President Obama encourages companies to bring back production inshore.

To do so, the White House plans to eliminate tax incentives to ship jobs offshore by ensuring that all American companies pay a minimum tax on their overseas profits, preventing other countries from attracting American business through unusually low tax rates. Also, they will eliminate the tax deduction companies receive for the cost of shutting down factories and moving production overseas, and create a new tax credit to cover moving expenses for companies that close production overseas and bring jobs back to the United States.

If companies begin to move production here, they will receive reduced tax rates and even double tax deduction for high-tech manufacturers. They will also support companies that make new investments in the communities hardest hit by major job losses. For exporters, the government will help businesses to be on an even footing with competitors overseas. Moreover, a trade enforcement unit will be created to stop unfair trade practices.

Built on Energy
 “Over the last three years, we’ve opened millions of new acres for oil and gas exploration, and tonight, I’m directing my administration to open more than 75 percent of our potential offshore oil and gas resources, “said President Obama.  He added that this country needs an all-out, all-of-the-above strategy that develops every available source of American energy – a strategy that’s cleaner, cheaper, and full of new jobs.

President Obama directed the Administration to ensure safe shale gas development that, according to independent estimates, will support more than 600,000 jobs by the end of the decade.  These actions will include moving forward with common-sense new rules to require disclosure of the chemicals used in fracking operations on public lands.

Aside from shale gas, the President encouraged the development of clean energy sources, including renewable energy sources like wind, solar, biomass, hydropower, nuclear power, efficient natural gas, and clean coal through tax credits. The goal is by 2035, 80% of the nation’s electricity will come from these sources.

Fact is, many industries will be affected by these changes. Construction companies will have more projects (building plants and reconstructing old ones), technology businesses focused on energy will receive tax credits and increased transactions, manufacturing companies will enjoy tax incentives, retail businesses will profit, and more Americans will find jobs. Almost every industry will feel the domino effect of these proposed innovations.

If all these plans materialize, the value of manufacturing and energy related businesses will increase significantly. So if your company plans to buy a business for sale, it’s best to look into these industries now. Pursue these acquisition opportunities. Head over to Corporations4Sale.com and make your company one that is built to last.

Source:
http://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/blueprint_for_an_america_built_to_last.pdf
http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2012/01/24/remarks-president-state-union-address

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