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Not All Moats Are Created Equal: Applying an AI Risk Framework to GovTech
By Chen Liu April 20, 2026
Grant Thornton Stax Partner Chen Liu demonstrates our AI risk framework within a specific vertical software segment (GovTech ERPs). Read more about the our framework here.
Why IT Services Is One of the Most Compelling Sectors for PE Investment
By Andrew Keller & Tyler Michaels March 30, 2026
The IT services sector is entering a new growth cycle defined by strong investment tailwinds, primarily driven by AI adoption, rising cloud complexity, and persistent cybersecurity needs.
How AI is Reshaping Vertical SaaS
By Kelsey Chisholm & Palash Misra February 12, 2026
AI is driving a bifurcation between surface-layer productivity tools and core operational platforms within vertical software. Learn how Ai is reshaping vertical SaaS here.

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5 RSA Conference 2026 Takeaways for PE Investors
By Tyler Michaels & Sam McCabe April 8, 2026
We attended the RSA Conference, a premier flagship cybersecurity conference. Read our list of takeaways to learn about how cybersecurity assets will be impacted over the next year.
Youth Sports: Expanding Value in a Growing Market
By Owen Tindle & Luke Scheibel April 6, 2026
Youth sports has emerged as one of private equity's most actively targeted consumer categories, and Owen Tindle and Luke Scheibel share Grant Thornton Stax perspectives. Read more.
3 Takeaways from Expo West 2026: What Investors Should Watch in Natural & Better-For-You CPG
By Anantha Natalegawa, Sameer Tejani, & Sam Pinkes March 12, 2026
Expo West 2026 revealed key trends shaping natural and better-for-you CPG. Explore three insights investors should watch, from fiber innovation to clean labels.

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Featured by PYMNTS: FinTechs Cut Staff as AI and Margins Redefine Growth
By Palash Misra April 23, 2026
Palash MIsra was interviewed by PYMNTS to share his thoughts on AI's impact on FinTech. See what perspectives Palash shared on current investor priorities.
Tyler Michaels Recognized at 2026 Rising Star Awards
April 23, 2026
Grant Thornton Stax congratulates Tyler Michaels on being recognized at the 2026 Consulting Magazine Rising Star Awards for Software & Technology. Read more here.
Yiwei Jiang Recognized for Thought Leadership in Private Equity
April 21, 2026
We are proud to congratulate Yiwei Jiang on being recognized at the 2026 Consulting Magazine Rising Star Awards in the category of Thought Leadership and Intellectual Capital. Read more.
Not All Moats Are Created Equal: Applying an AI Risk Framework to GovTech
By Chen Liu April 20, 2026
Grant Thornton Stax Partner Chen Liu demonstrates our AI risk framework within a specific vertical software segment (GovTech ERPs). Read more about the our framework here.
Investment Opportunities in a Modernizing GovTech Ecosystem
By Chen Liu & Dan Chen April 17, 2026
Modernization is reshaping GovTech. See how resilient budgets, fragmented markets, and platform consolidation are creating new investment opportunities. Read more.
Featured by The Food Institute: Pet-Food Investments Surge as Gen Z, Millennials Drive Humanization
By Samantha Pinkes April 9, 2026
Grant Thornton Stax Director Sam Pinkes was recently featured by The Food Institute where she offered commentary around the growing humanization trend among pet owners. Read more.
5 RSA Conference 2026 Takeaways for PE Investors
By Tyler Michaels & Sam McCabe April 8, 2026
We attended the RSA Conference, a premier flagship cybersecurity conference. Read our list of takeaways to learn about how cybersecurity assets will be impacted over the next year.
Paul Edwards on The Consulting Report's Podcast: Top Consultant
By Paul Edwards April 8, 2026
Grant Thornton Stax’s Paul Edwards, named a Top Consultant by The Consulting Report, joins RJ Lumba to discuss the award and life at the firm.
Grant Thornton Stax Advises Uplift Investors on its Acquisition of IMS Legal Strategies​
April 6, 2026
Grant Thornton Stax supported Uplift Investors on its recent acquisition of IMS Legal Strategies, a global provider of expert and advisory services. Read more about the deal here.
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