M&A Buy-Side Fees

Clarity in fee structures is a crucial component of any M&A buy-side agreement. However, fee structures can vary significantly depending on various factors, making it impossible to apply a one-size-fits-all fee to all projects. In the market, there are many different providers of services related to M&A. Most services are concentrated on the sell-side. The …

Deal Sourcing for Search Funds

Search funds have gained significant popularity in recent years, attracting investors seeking to capitalize on the potential for high returns. However, a notable challenge remains: successfully acquiring target companies. Stanford University’s annual study on search funds highlights that only 36% of search funds manage to acquire a company. This article delves into the underlying reasons …

How to approach businesses to buy

The US American entrepreneurial spirit thrives on established businesses. As a potential buyer, you see the value in a company with a proven track record. But how do you approach the owner, who might not be actively looking to sell? Here are some strategies to initiate a conversation that paves the way for a successful …

How to open a door

Our profession is deal sourcing for corporate transactions. Without this part of the M&A process, no deal takes place. That is why this step also needs to be professionalized. We often see companies sending out pitches to students or juniors. Not very targeted and not very successful. But what makes the difference? Firstly, the mindset …

E-2 or E-5 Visa through acquisition

Have you ever dreamed of living and working in the United States? Are you an entrepreneur with a bold business vision? Acquiring an existing U.S. company through the E-2 (or E-5) Treaty Investor Visa program could be your key to making those dreams a reality. Why Acquire a US Business? Starting a business from scratch …

Markteintritt USA (deutsch)

Wir sind die einzige, deutschsprachige M&A Buy-Side Unternehmensberatung mit eigenem US-amerikanischen Deal Sourcing Team vor Ort in den USA. Unseren Kunden aus der DACH Region bieten wir Deal Sourcing in den USA und M&A Beratung mit deutschsprachiger Projektleitung an. Unser Deal Sourcing Team findet das zu unseren Kunden passende Zielunternehmen, auch oder gerade wenn, es …

Valuation of a company with negative EBITDA

In the realm of business valuation, EBITDA, or Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization, is a critical measure of a company’s financial performance. While positive EBITDA signals a company’s ability to generate profits, negative EBITDA raises concerns about a company’s financial health. However, not all companies with negative EBITDA are doomed to fail. Some …

Valuation expectations between Europe and the USA: A cross-border M&A perspective

We are experts in crossborder transactions from Europe into the USA and have seen firsthand the different valuation expectations that exist between the two continents. American companies tend to be valued at higher multiples than European companies. That´s a fact! This is due to a number of factors, including: Higher growth expectations: American companies are generally …

The Limits of AI in Deal Sourcing

One thing up front: We love AI and we use AI to support it. With all due love, we don’t want to badmouth AI…., but unfortunately, AI has its limitations. We firmly believe that in our business, business is done between people talking to each other in person. Let´s have a look at AI lacks …