Net working capital: dealmaker or dealbreaker?
Deal advisoryWhy getting working capital right is critical to deal value
What will be the net amount I get after the sale? How do I optimise the selling price of my business? Or one of my business activities? How do I exploit synergy opportunities after an acquisition? Am I not paying too much? These are crucial questions when buying, selling or restructuring a business. Each transaction involves significant sums of money and can determine your future – so it is essential to make the right choices. We provide the insights, expertise and practical support needed to build a solid foundation for your decisions.
Thorough due diligence gives you good insight into potential risks and deal opportunities. You thus fulfil your due diligence obligation. With in-depth analyses of the company's financial results, tax risks and positions, you will not face any surprises in the buying or selling process and afterwards. Everything under control!
We examine the financial, legal, tax, IT, ESG and pension risks and opportunities of the business you are buying or selling. We keep the lines of communication short, keeping you informed about the progress and results of our work. We can conduct global research and offer a full range of deal advisory services.
For businesses in dire financial straits, quick and thoughtful action is needed. Deteriorating margins, disappearing customers or limited liquidity can threaten the continuity of your organisation. Intervention is necessary, but how do you do that when you are busy putting out fires every day?
After an acquisition or sale, the real work begins. Integration and carve-out processes are complex and risky. Without a well-thought-out approach, you risk losing synergy benefits, operational disruptions and staff.
Buying or selling a business is one of the most important decisions a company can make. Whether you are expanding through acquisitions, preparing for a sale or exploring investment opportunities, navigating the M&A process requires expert guidance and a well-thought-out strategy.
How do I finance an acquisition for growth? Investors and financiers can be the solution, but to attract potential lenders, you need a solid business plan, covering various scenarios. We can help you with that.
Our team provides the insights, expertise and hands-on support needed to navigate transactions with confidence. Whether you are buying or selling, we help you identify critical business risks, assess opportunities and negotiate from a position of strength.
For businesses in dire financial straits, quick and thoughtful action is needed. Deteriorating margins, disappearing customers or limited liquidity can threaten the continuity of your organisation. Intervention is necessary, but how do you do that when you are busy putting out fires every day?
How do I finance an acquisition for growth? Investors and financiers can be the solution, but to attract potential lenders, you need a solid business plan, covering various scenarios. We can help you with that.
After an acquisition or sale, the real work begins. Integration and carve-out processes are complex and risky. Without a well-thought-out approach, you risk losing synergy benefits, operational disruptions and staff.
Our team provides the insights, expertise and hands-on support needed to navigate transactions with confidence. Whether you are buying or selling, we help you identify critical business risks, assess opportunities and negotiate from a position of strength.
Buying or selling a business is one of the most important decisions a company can make. Whether you are expanding through acquisitions, preparing for a sale or exploring investment opportunities, navigating the M&A process requires expert guidance and a well-thought-out strategy.

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Why getting working capital right is critical to deal value
What happens when one number tells two stories? Adjusted EBITDA is designed to show “true” profitability, but in a deal context, it often turns into a tug-of-war.
If you’re preparing to sell or invest in a company, focusing on EBITDA alone can be a costly mistake. Let’s uncover why.