DFIN achieved record software solutions net sales of $82.2 million, a year-over-year increase of 12.3%, or (13.6% on an organic basis), in our 3^rd quarter 2024 earnings results, announced this week.  Software solutions net sales accounted for 45.8% of total net sales, up from 40.7% in the third quarter of 2023, and the highest percentage of our sales mix attributable to software solutions achieved to date.

DC Advisory teams are responsible for some of the most complex cross-border transactions. Their team of 700 professionals must navigate the intricacies of each deal with agility and collaboration. With multiple parties involved with a significant amount of sensitive information, working within a protected virtual environment is critical.

In a merger or acquisition (M&A), two companies combine forces by agreeing to a deal. Whether you are the company that is acquiring a competitor or the acquisition target, the process can be highly involved. Organization is important for both sides, particularly during the due diligence phase. This M&A documents checklist can be used to stay on track and ensure completeness throughout the M&A process.

Investment banks play a key role in the financial services industry, particularly concerning mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Learn more about how banks assist with M&As, including their role as advisors that offer insights on market trends and conditions.

In the fast-paced legal world, managing sensitive information securely and efficiently is not just a priority — it’s a necessity. That’s where legal data rooms step in, offering a robust solution that goes beyond traditional document storage. These platforms are transforming how legal teams collaborate, store critical data and meet stringent regulatory requirements.

Companies in the startup phase need a secure place to share data with potential investors. Learn what is a startup data room, why this powerful solution is so beneficial and the most common use cases.

Understanding Data Rooms for Startups

If you’re an ambitious start-up, securing a Series A fundraising round is an important milestone. This isn’t just about raising capital to help you become a profitable business: it’s about getting your business model validated by investors who are convinced that your product has value and potential.

Organising a business plan that is articulate, ambitious and stands to scrutiny, is essential in today’s competitive global economy. This requires plenty of time and research, and the process should not be rushed, even if you are anxious to get your business to market as soon as possible.

First of all, define what you do

Define what your business does and the problem it's trying to solve. If an investor doesn’t understand what your business does after reading the first paragraph of your business plan, you may have lost their attention already.

DFIN’s second quarter earnings, released this week, demonstrate the strength of our business strategy to become the leader in deal-making, regulatory and compliance software.

We achieved record quarterly software solutions net sales of $85.6 million, an increase of 13.1%, or 14.4% on an organic basis from the second quarter of 2023. Software solutions net sales accounted for 35.3% of total net sales, up from 31.3% in the year-ago quarter.

The European Securities and Markets Authority, ESMA, was formed in 2011. ESMA is a financial regulatory agency based in Paris, with the goal of keeping the European Union (EU) financial system secure. ESMA sees itself as something of a financial systems watchdog within the broader EU region. Learn more about the history of ESMA and its initiatives.