M&A is a simple, effective strategy for growing a business. Unfortunately, not a risk-free one. Your road to purchase can be long and bumpy, so it makes sense to consider more than one course of action.
Whether you’re based in the UK or overseas, our experienced team can help you at every step of the M&A process. Use us to help you identify suitable targets, consider valuations, carry out due diligence and negotiate with strength when the time comes.
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In order to plan your exit route, you should explore your options and consider which of the below is best suited to you:
The sale to a competitor or private equity house, which has the potential to provide longer-term stability for your business and will offer you the highest exit value.
The purchase of your shares by either other existing shareholders or new management.
The transfer of the ownership of your business to a trust, which holds the shares on behalf of your employees.
Our team of 15 focus on transactions in the £10m to £100m space including disposals, fundraisings, management buy outs, acquisitions, financial diligence and debt advisory.
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Ensuring a smooth and successful exit requires the same principles used in building and developing a profitable business. We cover what these principles are and other key factors to consider when planning your exit strategy in a series of articles, which you can read below.
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