
M&A buy-side advisory
As you strive for growth through acquisitions, business valuation gaps and different views on rational pricing can make it hard to find the right deals. Our buy-side mergers and acquisitions advisory team will help you build an acquisition strategy that suits your business best.

Our approach for buy-side mergers and acquisitions
CFI advisors provide a disciplined, process-oriented approach to your acquisition search. Our global reach, combined with a local footprint, can help your company refine acquisition criteria, identify potential target companies and engage prospective targets through native speakers. We analyse valuations, negotiate terms and structure the transaction to bring about the very best results.
What to expect from our buy-side M&A advisory
CFI is divided into different sector teams, where specialised advisors from all over the world give advice on M&A. With their extensive knowledge of CFI’s target markets, we don’t have to use trial and error methods for our buy-side mergers and acquisitions advisory. This way, we handle processes more efficiently and effectively keeping our approach more focused and making it easier to arrange better deals, whether they be quantitative or qualitative.
Acquiring a company
Acquiring a company can be a strategic move for businesses looking to expand their market reach, diversify their product offerings, or achieve economies of scale. The process of acquiring a company involves several critical steps, including identifying potential targets, conducting thorough due diligence, and negotiating the terms of the acquisition. Due diligence is particularly important as it helps the acquiring company assess the target’s financial health, operational efficiency, and potential risks. Negotiations must be handled carefully to ensure that the acquisition aligns with the strategic goals of the acquiring company. Additionally, post-acquisition integration is crucial for realising the anticipated benefits, requiring effective communication, cultural alignment, and often restructuring.
Acquiring a company can offer substantial growth opportunities but also poses significant challenges, making it essential to have a clear strategy and skilled management team to navigate the complexities involved.
Contact our corporate finance advisors for more information. With our 30+ years of experience, we are your trusted M&A advisor.
Our latest transactions in buy-side advisory
Energy, Environment & Natural Resources

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Utility and waste management provider SWK AG has acquired a minority share in FRONTERIS Group as part of its growth strategy
Transport & Logistics

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Xwift, a dynamic road transportation company specialised in express and dedicated delivery of goods, has acquired Delletrans, a Belgian transport company offering logistics, distribution, and transport services within the Benelux region, particularly for food and medical clients.
Food & Beverage & Agribusiness

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Gran Canaria based snack company Aperitivos Snack has acquired La Gaviota Alimentación
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