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CFI United Kingdom

Independent partner-led corporate finance advisory firm specialising in domestic and cross-border M&A transactions

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United Kingdom

The UK is one of the world’s leading financial hubs, driving M&A activity globally. It is home to leading corporates, banks, private equity houses, venture capital investors, debt providers and alternative funders. CFI UK has vast experience advising businesses, shareholders, management teams and investors alike, completing transactions in the UK and internationally.

CFI UK is a corporate finance specialist focusing on mid-market UK and cross-border transactions including acquisitions, disposals, mergers, fundraising, refinancing, MBO/MBI/BIMBO’s, debt advisory, succession planning, deal creation and private equity portfolio advisory. Our partner-led approach provides our clients with an understanding from like-minded business owners who have completed more than 350 transactions. With significant experience in advising businesses and shareholders on all types of M&A activity, we understand all sides of a transaction and how to manage it in the favour of our clients.

CFI provides a genuine local and global team working together on a seamless basis. Our combined team is able to access buyers on a global basis and provide local market knowledge on buyer approach and style to achieve the best outcome for all stakeholders.

We pride ourselves on the relationships we develop prior, during and following a transaction, working closely with our clients and utilising our experience to effectively address and manage a transaction from inception to completion. CFI UK also provides bespoke Value Maximisation Review’s (VMR) as part of a wider transaction process or as a standalone product. The VMR program includes a holistic approach and thorough business assessment, valuation, operational review and financial analysis to identify and address key strategic issues and valuation influencers.

Premium sector focus in United Kingdom

Latest Transactions

What our clients say

  • “After an incredibly challenging period, it has been great to work alongside Jason Evans and his specialist team at CFI UK to secure this major funding package which will provide us with a solid platform to face the challenges that lie ahead for the economy. They quickly understood our multi-faceted business and what was required for us to move forward. The pandemic has required us to react and adapt the way we operate in the property and construction sector. The new funding package has increased our working capital by 130% giving us confidence as we look to the future with the exciting projects we have lined up and our continued expansion into Bristol and the South West.”

    Simon Jehu, Managing Director of Jehu commented, when Jehu has secured funding from Bibby Financial Services, Santander and the Development Bank of Wales

  • “This acquisition transaction represents another positive and successful milestone in our relationship with CFI. As one of our key strategic business partners, CFI continues to deliver significant value to our business. This was a challenging transaction on many levels and CFI’s effective and professional service delivery and guidance was critical in achieving a very successful conclusion.”

    Gareth Kempson – Managing Director – Biomonde

  • “CFI acted as lead adviser on Bluestone’s new generation holiday village and were instrumental in sourcing, negotiating and securing all financial aspects of the £110million project with both private and public sectors. They have since provided ongoing support and advice through several other fundraisings and transactions as Bluestone has grown. CFI’s involvement with Bluestone over a ten-year period is testament to their loyalty, tenacity and professionalism – they are truly a great team.”

    William McNamara – Chief Executive – Bluestone Leisure

Our senior team

Our expertise

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

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Our offices in United Kingdom

London

23 Berkeley Square
W1J 6HE
United Kingdom
T: +44 (0)845 643 5500
E: info@thecfigroup.com

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Cardiff

3 Assembly Square
Britannia Quay
CF10 4PL
United Kingdom
+44 (0)845 643 5500
info@uk.thecfigroup.com

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