Strategic due diligence
We belive that sharp and finely-tuned analysis, objectivity and transparency are the hallmarks of these short but fascinating subjects.
Fabien
founding partner
A successful merger or acquisition is a guarantee of value creation. The success of these complex operations relies on a clear strategy, a relevant valuation, a complete evaluation of the potential and its associated risks.
Due diligence is essential to this process, and can take different forms depending on the client's objectives. It ensures a well-defined strategy and an accurate assessment of the opportunities and challenges, maximising the chances of a successful transaction.
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Buyer due diligence of a leader in industrial valves for a small cap investment fund
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Buyer due diligence of an IoT solutions provider for a greentech SME
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Buyer due diligence
In the run-up to a merger or acquisition initiated by the buyer, it is vital to assess the target's strategic prospects for creating value. This strategic overview is based on a number of factors: analysis of the market and its trends, the competitive environment, the target's differentiation and potential synergies with internal activities / the existing portfolio.
Our tailor-made and results-oriented approach to this work allows us to quickly provide you with the information you need to make your decision, while preparing for what comes next. In particular, our expertise in assisting senior management usually enables us to provide actionable roadmaps based on our conclusions.
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‘Vendor due diligence for a mid-sized company in the transport and logistics sector seeking financing
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Vendor due diligence for an SME in the renovation brokerage sector seeking a buyer
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Vendor due diligence
When a transaction is initiated by the seller, it is equally essential to present a strategic assessment of the business. As with buying, this process also involves analysing the market, understanding the competitive environment, and identifying potential synergies for buyers. However, the emphasis is on highlighting the company's strengths and reducing uncertainties for potential buyers.
Our objective view of the target and its market enables us to prepare comprehensive and transparent documentation, highlighting the company's strengths while addressing any risks, with the aim of fostering a climate of confidence and facilitating a rapid and advantageous transaction.
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Outlook for the French swimming pool equipment market for a small cap investment fund
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Red flag' for a regional leader in the waterproofing and insulation sector
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Audit flash
To meet our clients' needs in terms of speed and cost, we offer flash audits, which focus on key priority issues. In advance of a full due diligence, for example before entering into an exclusive agreement, this approach makes it possible to carry out a ‘pre-due diligence’ or ‘red flag’ at limited cost and risk. This partial due diligence focuses on examining the key points of the analysis, offering a rapid, targeted view of the most critical risks and opportunities of the target company.
Customer / Supplier mirrors
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Expert interviews for the acquisition of a climate engineering company by a mid-cap investment fund
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Client interviews for the financing of the OBO of a strategy consulting firm by a private debt fund
This is a form of due diligence that focuses solely on interviews with experts who are close to the company's business. Unlike a traditional analysis that also includes data research, this approach focuses on qualitative insights obtained directly from key stakeholders. By interviewing customers, suppliers and other industry experts, we gather valuable perspectives that are presented in an objective manner.
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