Hilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast Series

As we approach the midpoint of 2023, this podcast discusses the fact that Class 8 Trucking is still trading above pre-pandemic levels, and how that is a likely indication of how much farther the market still has to go in its downward correction. 

What is the current consumer mindset? How available are the products they really want and need right now? And does the buying power to make those purchases actually exist? This podcast discusses these topics and provides suggested actions for lenders and retailers in the current environment. 

This discussion is intended to help inform and prepare asset based lenders and others involved in evaluating prospective or current farm supply industry borrowers.  

While Amazon permits liquidations through its site and provides tools to assist in the sale of excess and underperforming inventory, this podcast discusses how its rules for such activity are much different and more restrictive than those imposed during traditional Going Out of Business (GOB) events.

Part two of our series on distressed businesses operating within Mexico focuses on the benefits of engaging the right partner early on to serve as both a master and substitute servicer. 

On this podcast, we discuss how the current period compares to the Great Recession of ‘08/’09 for the Class 8 Truck market, and explore the numerous macro factors presently in play that do not typically exist all at the same time. 

Part one of our series on distressed businesses operating within Mexico focuses on how receivers and stakeholders can benefit from the engagement of a partner that can deliver a wind down solution that goes beyond just liquidation efforts.

This podcast addresses the process of identifying those who are resistant to proposed change within an organization, and provides a methodology for effectively addressing concerns and gaining trust to successfully achieve the desired transformation outcomes. 

This podcast explores why a company’s value is not simply a mechanical multiple of EBITDA, how its true worth is based on what the right buyer is willing to pay, and why an owner should remain open to options other than a sale. 

On this podcast, we discuss the course of the Forestry Market and explore the impact that factors including the continued low level of new home construction and consumers’ shift away from goods spending are having mills and the pricing of lumber in Q1 2023.

On this podcast we address some of the domestic and global factors driving inflation and higher consumer debt levels, take a look at how receivables portfolios may be affected, and review steps that businesses and lenders can take to monitor ongoing developments and minimize risk. 

From shoring up liquidity to conducting SKU rationalization, enhancing technology and shifting the business mindset regarding “winning” at e-commerce, this podcast addresses steps retailers should strongly consider undertaking now given the market outlook for 2023. 

On this podcast we discuss the importance of proactive liquidity risk management planning for small- to medium-sized companies and dive into details including due diligence, stress testing and proper structuring of an associated policy framework. 

On this podcast we cover recent developments in the wholesale horticulture/nursery industry,  the unique challenges that the “living and growing” nature of the inventory presents to those up and down the supply chain, and the structuring of distinct selling period advancement rates and other important considerations for lenders with portfolio exposure to the industry. 

This article discusses developments in the Cannabis industry, including how fierce competition and lower than anticipated levels of profitability in some markets are creating unexpected market entry and asset acquisition opportunities for 2023. 

On this podcast, we discuss the progress that is being made within the chemicals industry toward delivering a greater level of sustainability across single-use and other widely used plastic products.

On this podcast, Getzler Henrich’s retail experts discuss the dramatically increasing rate of returns now being generated via online shopping and the danger this poses to retailers who fail to recognize the true cost of this development on their business and take appropriate action. 

On this podcast, Geoff Frankel of Hilco Corporate Finance discusses how adverse market date accumulated throughout 2022 is  indicative of a potential surge in restructuring in the coming year.