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Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) Leverage Pricing Determined
Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) Leverage Pricing Determined $1,766,160,000 of SBIC debentures were priced at an interest rate of 4.626%Legislation Will Promote New Fund Formation and Improve Capital Access for Small Businesses WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 16, 2026) – The Small Business Investor Alliance (SBIA), the leading association for lower middle market private equity funds and…
Read MoreSBIA Backs Senate Introduction of “Small Business Investor Capital Access Act”
SBIA Backs Senate Introduction of “Small Business Investor Capital Access Act” Legislation Will Promote New Fund Formation and Improve Capital Access for Small Businesses WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 16, 2026) – The Small Business Investor Alliance (SBIA), the national association representing lower middle market private equity investors, has expressed strong support for the Senate introduction of…
Read MoreISF Perspectives | Why Leave Private Equity for the Independent Sponsor Model?
WHY LEAVE PRIVATE EQUITY FOR THE INDEPENDENT SPONSOR MODEL? Author: Stephanie McAlaine, Executive Director, Independent Sponsor Forum Transitioning from a Committed Fund to Deal-by-Deal is on the Rise! The independent sponsor/deal-by-deal investment model continues to grow in deal size, volume and impact throughout the lower middle market. Many of those exploring this new landscape are…
Read MoreSBIA Celebrates House Passage of the INVEST Act, Delivering Major Wins for American Investors
SBIA Celebrates House Passage of the INVEST Act, Delivering Major Wins for American Investors Capital formation legislation moves to the Senate for further consideration WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 11, 2025) – The Small Business Investor Alliance (SBIA), the national association representing lower middle market private equity investors, applauds the U.S. House of Representatives for passing the…
Read MoreSBIA Applauds House Passage of the Investing in All of America Act
Legislation advances effort to expand access to capital for small businesses, particularly those in the manufacturing sector, in industries critical to national security, and in rural or low-income areas.
Read MoreISF Perspectives | Strategies for Independent Sponsors to Efficiently Structure & Stage Diligence
Strategies for Independent Sponsors to Efficiently Structure & Stage Diligence Staging of due diligence as an Independent Sponsor can be a tricky thing. It’s essential to identify the key risks and strategies early on before getting too far out in front of your spend. The Independent Sponsor Forum recently hosted a lunch and learn, sponsored…
Read MoreSBIA Elects 2025-2026 Board of Governors
The Small Business Investor Alliance announced its new 2025-2026 Board of Governors, including Board Officers, Regional Council Chairs, At-Large Board Members, and designated Industry Council Chairs.
Read MoreISF Perspectives | Effective Fundraising Strategies for the Independent Sponsor Model
As a deal by deal investor, raising capital is essential to your survival. There are a myriad of capital raising approaches independent sponsors may use to get deals launched. But what strategies work best for what situations, and how do successful independent sponsors implement those strategies for best results? That is exactly what Erik Ginsberg…
Read MoreSeptember 2025 SBIC Leverage Pricing Determined
On September 16, $1,458,530,000 of Small Business Investment Company debentures were priced at an interest rate of 4.532%.
Read MoreISF Perspectives | Independent Sponsors: Building Boards that Accelerate Value Creation
As an independent sponsor with a lean team, leveraging your Board for best in class operational and industry expertise can be the difference between an average return and a home run. Key Tips and topics: Advisory Board vs a formal Board AI tools for driving efficiency in Board deck preparation Creating actionable meetings that drive…
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