The Rise of PE-Backed Dividend Recapitalizations in Enterprise Software Companies
The private equity (PE) sector is increasingly using dividend recapitalizations in enterprise software due to a decline in carried interest, influenced by heightened competition, decreased exit activity, and changes in…
Key Themes in Enterprise SaaS M&A: Insights from the Q3 2024 PitchBook Report
The Q3 2024 PitchBook Analyst Note on Enterprise SaaS M&A offers a detailed analysis of trends in mergers and acquisitions in the SaaS sector. Post-pandemic, the report observes stabilization and…
Medallia’s M&A Activity: A Comprehensive Overview of the Past Three Years
Medallia, a leader in customer and employee experience management, underwent significant changes over the past three years, notably being acquired by Thoma Bravo for $6.4 billion in 2021. Post-acquisition, Medallia…
Major Themes in the Q2 2024 European Venture Report: Focus on the UK and AI
The Pitchbook Q2 2024 European Venture Report reveals a recovering venture capital landscape, with AI playing a crucial role, particularly in the UK. The report highlights the UK's leadership in…
The Importance of SaaS Payback Metrics: Key Insights from Q1 2024
The SaaS industry relies on the payback period to assess financial health and efficiency, calculated by total burn divided by net new ARR. A shorter payback period indicates quicker investment…
Mid-Year Review: 2024 US Venture Capital Outlook
The US venture capital landscape in 2024 faces significant challenges. While AI investments remain strong, IPO activity has underperformed, and overall fundraising is struggling due to economic conditions. Insider-led rounds…
Understanding R&D ROI in SaaS Companies: A Guide for Startup CEOs
Navigating R&D investment complexities is crucial for SaaS startups, requiring both innovation and strategic discipline. A white paper by OPEXEngine outlines five key focus areas for SaaS leaders: R&D ROI,…
The Ultimate Guide to SaaS Benchmarks for Pre-Seed Funded Startups
The 2024 B2B SaaS Benchmark Report offers key metrics for startups with under $1M in revenue. It includes insights from 936 SaaS firms, with 15 specific benchmarks such as Company…
The Evolving Role of Customer Success in B2B SaaS: Key Insights from G2’s State of Customer Success Survey
In the competitive B2B SaaS landscape, customer success is crucial for driving revenue, retaining clients, and ensuring growth. Insights from G2’s survey reveal a shift towards sales roles, including sales…
The 2023 OpenView SaaS Benchmarks Report: Key Metrics for Early-Stage SaaS Companies
The 2023 OpenView SaaS Benchmarks Report outlines seven key metrics for startups with ARR below $1M and between $1M and $5M to aid in growth and decision-making. These metrics include…