Financing the transaction – matching the financing needs of buy-side liquidity
Written by Steve Simpson, Consultant In acknowledging that every transaction has its own unique characteristics, whether it’s executing an MBO, M&A programme or achieving a partial value realisation, the sourcing of the correct type and quantum of funding across...
Corporate Governance
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE - THE MYTH There is a misconception that Corporate Governance exists purely in the world of Listed Companies and large Corporates. An additional view is that it embraces mainly bureaucratic and regulatory principles, and compliance provides...
To Lend or not to Lend!
Whilst a popular drink back in the 70’s, funders still follow this acronym to help them assess loan applications. To lend or not to lend - underwriters use CAMPARI and ICE to help them assess the risk and support the decision-making process. For clients / borrowers,...
Preparing your business for sale – Are you ready?
As a business owner, selling your business is likely to be one of the most important things you will ever do. Therefore, it is imperative that you are ready for what will be, at times, a rocky road. So, what are the key questions you will need to ask yourself to see...
In the World of M&A, is Britain still Great
No one can doubt the turbulence endured in the transactions market over the last 18 months. Equally no one will need any reminding of those challenges and as we all surface, this blog takes a moment to consider what we’ve experienced. So, do we still reside, here in...
Is your management information fit for purpose?
An appropriate level of management information (“MI”) is key to helping you manage your business. You can utilise it to analyse sales trends to support growth, monitor costs to protect profitability and forecast the future to manage cash flow. MI is not only financial...
Are you DD ready?
You have just signed Head of Terms following a potentially long process of ensuring your business is ready for sale, marketing your business and talking to interested parties. You have a deal on the table and it feels like you are nearly there. Unfortunately, there...
Delivering an MBO – Empowering Management – Our Thoughts
Over recent years, the number of Management Buy-Outs (‘MBO’) has reduced as alternative transaction formats and the emergence of both corporate and financial acquirers have dominated the M&A market. However, the availability of finance for leveraged transactions...