The upcoming offering will allow CI to split its Canadian and U.S. businesses and help pay down $3 billion in debt. Ultimately, however, the markets will determine the IPO date, the firm says.
Robertson Stephens', CEO Raj Bhattacharyya, discusses the latest trends in the M&A market and how an increase in deals within the past year might impact the future needs and wants of buyers.
Focus CEO Rudy Adolf says the firm is well positioned to take advantage of a larger trend, where M&A activity is stronger among small and mid-sized RIAs.