Buy-side M&A

Sigma Corporate Finance advises on all relevant matters related to the acquisition process. Strategic acquisitions, buyouts (LBO/MBO/MBI) and special situations are common reasons for such transactions.

Acquisitions can be completed as part of an organised sales process or based on a buyer’s own initiative. We have extensive experience in all possible buy-side situations. Our objective and independent advisory services include buyout structuring or merger by means of acquisition financing or a capital increase.

Detailed project services:

• Acquisition strategy including acquisition criteria
• Identification of suitable target companies
• Financing models and negotiations with capital providers (if necessary)
• Confidential contacting of potential target companies
• Determination of the willingness to engage in dialogue and investigation of price expectations
• Indicative determination of possible purchase price range
• Site visits, meetings with management and key employees
• Due diligence process
• Calculation of acquisition effects on profit and loss statement, balance sheet and cash flow statement
• Compilation of a meaningful and professional acquisition offer
• Monitoring of purchase contract negotiations including signing