Company Acquisition
Process of a Company Acquisition
A company acquisition usually follows this structure:
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Before acquiring a company, the strategic goal behind the acquisition should be clearly defined. This forms the basis for establishing criteria to identify suitable target companies. PwC supports this process by leveraging its network of direct contacts to approach potential targets and initiate preliminary discussions.
The next step typically involves submitting a written, non-binding offer for the acquisition of the company. Upon acceptance of this offer, the buyer conducts a thorough due diligence process to gather all relevant information required to prepare a binding offer. If the buyer and seller reach an agreement, the transaction proceeds to the contract drafting phase.
Following the signing and closing of the transaction, the integration phase begins with the objective of implementing the strategic goals originally defined for the acquisition.
Our Services
M&A advice for company acquisitions: We apply our expertise and experience to support a successful acquisition process. This includes, in particular, identifying and approaching target companies, preparing the Letter of Intent (LOI), coordinating the due diligence process, drafting binding offers, and supporting commercial negotiations.
Other transaction-related services: As PwC, we offer in collaboration with our tax advisors and M&A legal experts all relevant transaction-related services. These include financial, tax, and legal due diligence; the development of an optimal tax structure; company valuation; advisory on acquisition financing; and the drafting and negotiation of the purchase agreement. For the integration phase following the acquisition, PwC provides a dedicated team of specialists to support a smooth transition.
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About PwC as M&A advisor
PwC is the leading M&A advisor with the highest number of successfully completed transactions worldwide. As a result we have vast experience in leading competitive sales processes and investor management. Our skilled team of industry and M&A experts has the know-how to successfully execute your company sale.
