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The Traditional M&A Process
The Traditional Sell-Side M&A Process involves a series of steps, whereby the business is actively marketed to potential buyers, and each buyer must bid competitively to remain in the process. It is sometimes referred to as a competitive auction. The typical sell-side process takes 6-12 months and takes a major commitment by the seller. It is most suited for businesses that are highly marketable and where the best price is one of the owner(s) highest priorities.
Private Equity Explained
The Private Equity (PE) industry is a very important part of the overall financial services industry. It is made up of thousands of companies around the world that play a key role in financing private companies that are not traded publicly on any stock exchange.
formulate your acquisition strategy
An effective and aggressive M&A Acquisition strategy can be a way to quickly scale a well-financed business, but it also comes with a multitude of risks, that need to be carefully addressed. All too often, acquisition strategies are simply, “we will look at opportunities as they are presented to us”. The wrong acquisition can be a drain on resources and can weaken a strong company. On the other hand, a well-thought-out, clearly defined acquisition mandate will not only improve the likelihood of closing a deal but can also strengthen your company’s competitive position, drive enterprise value, and formulate the basis for the post-acquisition integration process.
business valuation
Many people would argue that the “market” is the best judge of a business’s value. While true, it is not very helpful if business sellers or buyers go to market with unrealistic expectations.
For sellers, having the business professionally appraised or alternatively, assessed/evaluated by a professional with industry-specific M&A experience, is an important first step.