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Are you considering a merger, an acquisition or the sale of your company?
Strategic decisions such as acquiring a business, selling your company or entering a merger involve complex financial, tax and legal considerations. Whether it concerns a statutory merger, share merger, cross-border merger, management merger, simplified merger or a merger of foundations, it is essential to understand all implications and determine the value of your company or the target company accurately. Selecting the right transaction structure is equally important.
In a merger or acquisition, we also assess the optimal balance between equity and debt, including both short-term and long-term financing. This ensures that your transaction is structured for long-term sustainability and value creation.
RSM’s experienced advisors support family-owned businesses, mid-market companies and international organisations. Whether you are planning to sell your business, acquire a company or merge with another organisation, we act as your dedicated M&A advisor throughout the entire transaction process.
Our M&A Services
Our Corporate Finance specialists support you throughout the buy side and sell side process. We assist in structuring the transaction, preparing your company for sale and performing a robust business valuation.
We support you in determining a well substantiated purchase price and negotiating key transaction terms. In addition, we provide end-to-end acquisition support, from valuation to acquisition financing.
We perform comprehensive due diligence services, including financial due diligence, vendor due diligence, tax due diligence, operational due diligence and commercial due diligence.
Our due diligence process provides clear insight into risks, liabilities and value drivers. You receive a structured and decision ready due diligence report, supported by practical recommendations.
Accurate business valuation is the foundation of any successful merger or acquisition. We determine the value of your company or the target company using internationally recognized valuation methodologies, including discounted cash flow DCF analysis and market-based multiples such as EBITDA multiples.
This provides a realistic and well-supported valuation, whether you are buying, selling or merging. Even in complex situations, such as negative equity, we ensure a defensible and transparent valuation approach.
RSM acts as an independent advisor and project lead in merger processes. Through our structured Merger Roadmap, we guide you from strategic assessment and due diligence to valuation and post-merger integration.
We ensure careful preparation, transparency and effective decision making throughout the entire merger process. Whether you are pursuing a statutory merger, share merger or cross-border merger, we provide experienced and independent guidance.
Securing the right financing is a critical part of any acquisition. Our Debt Advisory team assists in determining the optimal financing structure, balancing equity, senior debt, subordinated debt and hybrid instruments.
We support you in discussions with banks, private equity investors and alternative lenders, and can lead negotiations on your behalf to ensure that acquisition financing is structured efficiently and sustainably.
Your partner in mergers and acquisitions
At RSM, you benefit from a multidisciplinary team of specialists. We understand the challenges faced by entrepreneurs, family-owned businesses and international organisations in mergers, acquisitions and sale of a business.
From business valuation and preparing your company for sale to selecting the appropriate merger structure, we provide full support throughout the entire process.
Would you like to explore how we can support your transaction? Please contact Marcel Vlaar, Partner and Head of M&A at RSM.
Why choose RSM?
Strategic advice tailored to your organisation
RSM supports businesses in evaluating and refining their plans, ambitions and vision, with the objective of achieving sustainable organisational improvement.
International expertise
With extensive experience in supporting organisations with international matters, RSM provides up to date expertise in cross border business operations.
Pragmatic approach
Rather than delivering extensive reports, RSM provides clear and actionable advice that can be directly translated into practical policies and implementation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The value of a company is determined based on multiple factors, including profitability, cash flows, balance sheet position, growth potential and market position. Common valuation methods include the discounted cash flow DCF method, the multiple method such as EBITDA multiples, and the net asset value method.
RSM provides a thorough and tailored business valuation, ensuring a well substantiated and reliable assessment of your company’s value.
A company’s value expressed as a multiple of revenue depends heavily on the sector, growth potential and profitability. In many industries, valuations range between 0.75 and 1.5 times annual revenue, but revenue multiples alone do not provide a complete picture. A professional business valuation is essential for a realistic assessment.
In a merger, two companies combine to form one new entity. In an acquisition, one company fully acquires another. An acquisition can be friendly or hostile, whereas a merger is typically the result of joint decision making. The legal, tax and strategic implications differ significantly, and RSM advises you on selecting the most appropriate structure.
An acquisition can be financed through equity, debt or a combination of both, known as hybrid financing. Options include bank loans, subordinated loans, private equity and vendor loans.
Our Debt Advisory specialists assist you in determining the most suitable financing structure for your transaction, including situations where the acquisition is largely externally financed.
The due diligence process is a comprehensive review of the financial, tax, legal and operational position of a company. The objective is to identify risks, obligations and opportunities prior to an acquisition.
RSM performs financial due diligence as well as vendor due diligence and delivers a clear and structured due diligence report.
The value of a company depends on various factors, including profitability, risk profile, sector, growth prospects and capital structure. RSM supports you in calculating the value of your business and provides a transparent and well supported valuation.
Equity represents the difference between the assets and liabilities of your company and is shown on the balance sheet as part of total capital. The ratio between equity and debt is an important factor in financing decisions.
Acquisition financing involves determining the optimal balance between equity and debt. Borrowing funds for an acquisition is often arranged through bank loans or subordinated loans but may also involve private equity or hybrid structures.
Our advisors guide you throughout the acquisition financing process, ensuring a structured and manageable approach.