Why 2026 Is Shaping Up as a Strong Year for Sale Leasebacks
After three years of elevated rates and frozen balance sheets, corporate real estate teams are...
Sale Leaseback and M&A News
From sale leasebacks to M&A, we cover the strategies shaping today’s most important capital decisions. Explore market trends, real case studies, and expert perspectives designed to help business owners and financial sponsors make smarter, more informed decisions.
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Case Study: Valeo Foods €88 Million European Sale Leaseback
Ascension Advisory partnered with Valeo Foods, a portfolio company owned by Bain Capital, to...
Asda’s £568M Sale Leaseback is a Strategic Reset for Britain’s Grocer
Asda, the Leeds based supermarket chain that serves more than 18 million customers each week and...
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The Strat’s Sale Leaseback Path Finally Becomes Reality
In November 2024, Ascension Advisory published an article examining whether The Strat, an iconic...
The Difference Between Platforms and PortCo's in Private Equity
Every private equity transaction begins with a familiar set of goals. Buy a strong business. Invest...
Technology & Automation in Real Estate Sale Leasebacks
Over the past decade, a quiet shift has transformed global real estate. The rise of automation,...
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Sale Leasebacks Supporting Industrial Outdoor Storage in 2025
Consider a Houston truck yard with semis positioned for efficient loading, containers organized...
The Difference Between Tuck-ins, Add-ons, and Platforms in M&A
When private equity firms talk about a tuck-in, an add-on, or a platform, they’re describing very...
How EBITDA Shapes Buyer Interest in M&A
In mergers and acquisitions, few numbers carry as much weight as EBITDA (earnings before interest,...
When Falling Interest Rates Shift the Exit Landscape
For many business owners, determining when to sell is both an art and a science. Wait too long, and...