Strategic M&A
Secure transactions that create measurable and lasting value with institutional-grade expertise to every stage of M&A process, from identifying the right targets to seamless integration.
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Deploy bespoke M&A solutions aligned to growth objectives with our Strategic M&A experts.
With over two decades of dedicated strategic M&A advisory spanning diverse industries, our team delivers the strategic insight and transactional precision required to grow, scale, and successfully realise shareholder value. Our experts excel in determining the right targets, structuring deals and providing seamless integration assistance. Our team offers buy-side and sell-side advisory services, collaborating with investors, financial institutions, legal counsel and intermediaries to ensure a smooth transaction. We have a robust network worldwide and provide our clients with expert guidance on optimal M&A opportunities based on strategic needs.
Service Areas Within Strategic M&A
Sell-Side Advisory
Our team offers end-to-end support for promoters to exit or dilute, from positioning, to buyer outreach, negotiations to deal closing and maximum value.
Buy-Side Advisory
We identify and assess potential acquisition targets, conduct due diligence, develop offers and participate in negotiations to ensure strategic fit and value creation.
Cross-Border M&A
Our team conducts inbound and outbound transactions with international buyers and investors, handling jurisdictional issues, regulation and structuring.
Leveraged Buyouts
Our experts offer guidance on structured acquisitions with the best debt-equity mix for efficient capital deployment and improved returns on equity.
Management Buyouts (MBOs)
We provide management teams with guidance on acquiring controlling stakes – structuring, equity partner selection, financing, negotiations and execution.
Strategic Partnerships
Our professionals offer guidance on JVs, alliances and strategic stake sale to maximise growth, market access and synergies without complete exits.
Stressed Asset Acquisition
Leveraging our RP network
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the sell-side advisory process entail, from initial engagement to final transaction closure?
Our process starts with an in-depth evaluation of the business and the business positioning exercise, followed by the preparation of marketing materials including the Information Memorandum (IM). We then conduct structured outreach to a targeted list of strategic and financial buyers, handle expressions of Interest, conduct management meetings and pave the way for competitive bidding. We accompany businesses throughout the term sheet negotiations, due diligence, definitive agreements and final closing, ensuring maximum value at each phase.
How is the appropriate valuation of a business established before initiating the market-facing process?
We utilize a mix of approaches such as DCF, comparable company analysis, precedent transaction multiples and a qualitative evaluation of growth story, market position and strategic value to a buyer. The goal is not just to arrive at a number, but to build a compelling valuation narrative that holds up through buyer scrutiny.
How are potential acquirers identified and engaged while preserving confidentiality throughout the transaction process?
We have a proprietary universe of buyers which includes strategic acquirers, private equity, family offices, and global investors. All outreach is conducted under strict NDAs and we make use of a blind profile approach with early stages where business identity is protected until buyer interest is qualified.
How long does the end-to-end process of a sell-side or buy-side transaction typically span?
The time period from mandate until closure varies from 6 to 12 months depending on the complexity of the transaction, buyer’s readiness and regulations. Special regulatory approval may be required and take longer in case of deals. However, we strive to reduce timelines and not sacrifice the quality of the process or the results of the deal.
How are acquisition targets that align with company’s strategic goals identified?
We begin by understanding strategic goals, from entering new geographies to buying capabilities, consolidating a market or accelerating growth. We create a target universe from proprietary databases and sector intelligence combined with our deal network, filtering each target to financial and strategic criteria for approach.
How are regulatory requirements identified, managed, and adhered to throughout the execution of cross-border deals?
We have a team of inhouse FEMA experts and Company Secretaries who ensures regulatory and compliance considerations are integrated early in the deal structure. Our approach guarantees quick turnaround, no surprises and smooth coordination throughout the workstream until closure.
If management teams do not have sufficient capital, how do they typically fund an MBO?
The funding for most MBOs comes from a mix of management’s equity contribution, private equity or growth capital from a financial sponsor and debt financing. Management teams rarely fund the full acquisition themselves, our role is to structure the deal so the equity stake is meaningful while bringing in the right financial partners to fill the gap.
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