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CFI Netherlands & Belgium

Combining a global mentality on M&A with our local eye for the essence

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The Netherlands & Belgium

Thanks to a very open economy and being the world’s fifth largest exporter, cross-border investments and cross-border M&A are well rooted in the DNA of the Dutch economy. Our CFI team in The Netherlands prides itself on building long-term relationships in select key vertical markets and employs a through-the-cycle focus on the HR Services, Software & IT Services, Niche Industrials and Machinery sectors. Our senior team of experienced M&A professionals guides clients through their M&A processes while adding value and advice.

CFI Netherlands excels in M&A sellside, buyside and debt advisory thanks to its dedicated focus. Due to a constant flow of transactions in our sectors, we foster an ethos of frequent strategic dialogues with relevant buyers and the private equity community. This gives us unparalleled knowledge in crafting the ‘right’ equity story for strategic buyers and private equity bidders, and defending it. In parallel, our extensive network and contacts across the ecosystem make us an invaluable partner for (cross-border) buyside M&A. We are able to target our client’s ideal candidates, and utilise our local network in our key vertical markets to our client’s benefit.

We combine our passion for deals with a strong financial acumen, which we showcase when we accompany our clients with independent advice on raising debt, equity or mezzanine capital for M&A or restructuring purposes.

We’re one of the proud founders of CFI in 2006 and as pioneering entrepreneurs we remain committed to the firm to date.

Premium sector focus in The Netherlands & Belgium

Latest Transactions

What our clients say

  • “We worked with CFI in earlier processes and we like their great track-record in middle-market transactions in combination with the proactive approach. They did a great job in screening the market and approaching potential partners.“

    Daniel Koller, Lead M&A at CWS Fire Safety, part of CWS Group, on the acquisition of Hefas Brandbeveiliging

  • “Working together with CFI felt like teamwork from the start. CFI played a critical role in every step of the transaction process from deal preparation through closing and was instrumental in maximizing value and putting all pieces of the puzzle together. CFI’s leadership, creativity, diligence and first-call access to all relevant strategic buyers allowed us to accomplish a fantastic outcome.”

    Henk Cloetens, founder of Use IT Group, on its sale to Visma

  • “We are very pleased to have the CFI team represent us in this exit process. CFI’s experience in the software industry proved key, knowing the relevant players globally and capturing the value from our industry and company dynamics.”

    Edwin Hengstmengel, partner at Endeit Capital, on the sale of Riaktr to Seamless Distribution Systems

  • “CFI demonstrated commitment, integrity and a passion for getting the deal done. They positioned Frontmen and coached management very well, enabled c-level access to the relevant strategic buyer universe and secured an attractive transaction outcome for both sellers and management team.”

    Jeroen Nienhaus, partner at Auxilium Capital, on the sale of Frontmen to Intracto (Waterland)

  • “Based on the proven HR services knowledge and experience and their full committment to this deal, CFI was selected as the M&A advisor of choice. CFI has convincingly evidenced its unique market insights in the HR services market by establishing this cross-border transaction with a buyer which had not yet entered the Dutch market”.

    Mr Maarten Derks, partner at TIIN Capital on the exit of ORMIT to 3D Investors and Pauwels Consulting

Our senior team

Our expertise

M&A buy-side advisory

CFI advisors provide a disciplined, process-oriented approach to an acquisition search. Its global reach coupled with a local footprint can help your company refine acquisition criteria, identify potential target companies, engage prospective targets through native speakers, analyse valuations, negotiate terms, and structure the transaction, bringing about the very best results for our clients.

M&A sell-side advisory

Experienced M&A advisors at CFI help owners determine financial and personal objectives. CFI’s extensive sector reach can help best position the company in the market while ensuring a compelling, value-focused message. This same expertise allows for a focused and constant dialogue with relevant strategic acquirers and private equity groups.

Capital raising

Mid-market companies are demanding creative solutions and consistent access to capital. Based on years of relevant experience, CFI’s debt and capital raising advisors can help your business raise funds, whether your objective is corporate growth, financing a cross-border acquisition, completing a management buyout, or refinancing an existing lender.

Valuations & opinions

Valuation experts at CFI understand value drivers and the process of creating value. CFI has the expertise to satisfy any business or asset valuation need. Our full range of services includes valuation, due diligence, fairness and solvency opinions, and goodwill impairment tests. We provide analyses with impact, whether aimed at financial reporting, tax, M&A, strategic planning, business restructuring, or dispute and litigation purposes.

Restructuring & distressed situations

Seasoned CFI professionals have many years of relevant experience helping businesses preserve stakeholder value, during often time critical periods. We can evaluate strategic and restructuring options, and position the business for sale or investment in an accelerated process.

    M&A buy-side advisory

    CFI advisors provide a disciplined, process-oriented approach to an acquisition search. Its global reach coupled with a local footprint can help your company refine acquisition criteria, identify potential target companies, engage prospective targets through native speakers, analyse valuations, negotiate terms, and structure the transaction, bringing about the very best results for our clients.

    M&A sell-side advisory

    Experienced M&A advisors at CFI help owners determine financial and personal objectives. CFI’s extensive sector reach can help best position the company in the market while ensuring a compelling, value-focused message. This same expertise allows for a focused and constant dialogue with relevant strategic acquirers and private equity groups.

    Capital raising

    Mid-market companies are demanding creative solutions and consistent access to capital. Based on years of relevant experience, CFI’s debt and capital raising advisors can help your business raise funds, whether your objective is corporate growth, financing a cross-border acquisition, completing a management buyout, or refinancing an existing lender.

    Valuations & opinions

    Valuation experts at CFI understand value drivers and the process of creating value. CFI has the expertise to satisfy any business or asset valuation need. Our full range of services includes valuation, due diligence, fairness and solvency opinions, and goodwill impairment tests. We provide analyses with impact, whether aimed at financial reporting, tax, M&A, strategic planning, business restructuring, or dispute and litigation purposes.

    Restructuring & distressed situations

    Seasoned CFI professionals have many years of relevant experience helping businesses preserve stakeholder value, during often time critical periods. We can evaluate strategic and restructuring options, and position the business for sale or investment in an accelerated process.

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Our offices in The Netherlands & Belgium

Brussels

Zuiderlaan 14
B-1731 Zellik
Belgium
T: +32 (0)495 59 49 52
E: info@thecfigroup.com

 

Amsterdam

Amstelzijde 85
1184 TZ Amstelveen
The Netherlands
T: +31882060330
E: info@thecfigroup.com

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Antwerp

Posthofbrug 6/8
B-2600 Antwerp
Belgium
T: +32 (0)495 59 49 52
E: info@thecfigroup.com