Transactions

Our forward-thinking practitioners provide valuable insights into the Chinese transactions market. Whether presenting buyers or sellers, we deliver a comprehensive due diligence service that leads to value-driven advice and hands-on support across a full spectrum of industries. Our high-quality due diligence investigations play a pivotal role in informed decision-making by management, whether they are on the buy or sell side of a transaction. We collaborate closely with management to ensure that cost, benefit and risk information are thoughtfully applied, ultimately achieving the best possible outcome for our clients.

• Commercial Due Diligence: Our commercial due diligence experts help assess, identify and define opportunities for revenue growth, customer acquisition and new business ventures. Our comprehensive assessment encompasses various critical aspects, including evaluating market size, analyzing market trends, assessing market share growth, creating demand models, evaluating product and service portfolios, conducting competition assessments, interviewing customers and analyzing business plans. By providing our clients with well-informed insights, we empower them to make strategic decisions in a dynamic business environment.
• Financial Due Diligence: Our financial due diligence experts analyze historical financial data to identify risks and prepare independent pro-forma financial information for business units. Our rigorous approach ensures thorough preparation and assessment of financial data. Additionally, we pinpoint necessary adjustments through earnings quality analysis and provide valuable advice on net working capital management, as well as key accounting considerations.
• Operational Due Diligence: Our team of operational due diligence experts concentrates on risk mitigation and value creation. We empower our clients with insights before they invest, aiding them in comprehending how their existing business synergizes with potential targets. Post-transaction, we assist clients in addressing financing needs, identifying risks, validating management practices and enhancing their negotiating position. Our ultimate goal is to guide clients toward increased profitability and sustainable growth.

We adopt a disciplined approach to planning and execution by implementing a methodical approach that harmonizes the client company’s organizational structure with the merged model, ultimately enhancing employee engagement. We strategically plan and execute the integration process to ensure a seamless transition for both clients and stakeholders and minimize disruptions to business operations and revenue-related functions during the critical period. We help clients accelerate the value creation from the merged entity through revenue and cost synergies, all while aligning these efforts with the overarching vision of the company. Furthermore, we streamline integration activities across all essential functional departments, aiming for optimal results.

Our skilled experts craft a carve-out strategy grounded in a deep understanding of the business. We refine the business model and construct a robust platform for sustainable growth — one that not only delivers value but also safeguards the enterprise’s worth.

• We delve into the intricacies of carve-out strategies and analyze the factors crucial for the successful execution of a carve-out. Through rigorous due diligence, we uncover the intrinsic value of the business, assess its potential for value addition and evaluate associated risks. Our goal is to provide safeguards to both buyers and sellers throughout the transaction process.
• We build upon existing divestment plans and the target operating model, envision the future trajectory of the business and develop a comprehensive plan to smoothly transition to the new operating model.
• We prioritize risk management during the transition phase. Specifically, we address the Day 1 risks associated with carve-outs, ensuring a seamless process.
• Our focus is on swift execution, achieving synergies and minimizing transition costs. By doing so, we enable our clients to maintain their core business performance while implementing transformative changes.