Mergers and acquisitions

Strategic growth decision making

Globalisation and company growth ambitions are driving an increase in M&A activity worldwide as businesses look to establish a footprint in countries beyond their own. Even within their own regions, many businesses feel the pressure to acquire in order to establish a strategic presence in new markets, such as those being created by rapid technological innovation.

We work with entrepreneurial businesses, their owners and management teams in the mid market to help them understand the true commercial potential of the business they plan to acquire and how the purchase might serve their strategic goals.

Our solutions

From identifying strategic options available to the company and its shareholders to supporting and managing the selected solution, we offer a comprehensive and integrated range of corporate finance services.

The strength of our operating model lies in our ability to integrate the expertise and synergies of all our service lines, enabling us to manage every stage of a corporate finance transaction with a coordinated and efficient approach.

Buying a business

Our corporate finance team assists companies seeking to grow through acquisitions in identifying the right match to achieve their business objectives, both domestically and internationally.

Private equity advisory

We adopt an integrated approach to provide tailored solutions from the initial investment to performance improvement and growth, all the way through to exit. We support private equity firms, private equity-backed companies, and businesses looking to attract private equity investors.

Performance improvement

Our multidisciplinary team of financial and operational restructuring specialists supports businesses through process optimization, the implementation of new business strategies, the divestiture of non-core business units, and the design of new capital structures.

Valuations

Whether you are considering a merger, acquisition, or restructuring, or require support for a specific financial structure, we are able to provide an independent valuation.

Selling a business

If you are considering selling your business, you will want to ensure maximum value and a smooth transition. Our corporate finance team provides comprehensive strategic and operational support throughout the entire disposal process, guiding you through the complexities of the transaction, maximizing value, and minimizing risk.

Raising finance

We support managers, business leaders, and private shareholders in raising funds from private equity or through debt financing to fuel growth, unlock value, or refinance. Thanks to our strong relationships with the financial sector, we help assess available funding options and ensure the chosen approach is structured to deliver the greatest possible benefit.

Tax structuring

Our corporate finance specialists work closely with our transaction tax team to provide you with a complete overview of the tax implications of your transaction. We offer deep expertise in understanding transaction dynamics and defining effective tax structures.

Financial reporting

We draw on our financial reporting experience to consolidate newly acquired entities into group accounting, distinguishing intangible assets from goodwill in accordance with the latest accounting standards. Our methodologies, combined with our industry expertise, enable us to efficiently assess key valuation elements alongside your management team, thereby maximizing the outcome while minimizing the burden on your organization.