Mergers and Acquisitions Advisory
Mergers and Acquisitions Advisory Services That Help You Navigate Deals with Confidence
Buying or selling a business isn’t just about numbers. It’s about making the right move, at the right time, with the right support.
If you’re considering a merger or acquisition, the stakes are high. There’s pressure to move fast. But mistakes can be costly.
A deal that looks great on the surface could hide major risks. And if you’re not prepared, you could leave money on the table, or worse, walk into something you’ll regret.
That’s where our mergers and acquisitions advisory services come in. We help you plan, structure, negotiate, and close deals that actually work.
Why M&A Advisory Services Matter More Than Ever
In today’s UAE market, the pace of M&A is accelerating. Startups are exiting. SMEs are consolidating. Family businesses are transitioning.
But here’s what most founders and business owners get wrong in M&A transactions.
Common M&A Mistakes
They rely only on lawyers or accountants without getting dedicated M&A expertise. They approach deals emotionally, not with systematic analysis. They don't dig deep into financial, operational, or regulatory risks that could derail deals. They don't understand how to value or structure the deal properly for their objectives.
Expert M&A Team
Our M&A advisory team combines extensive transaction experience with UAE market expertise. Mohammad Asif brings 18+ years of experience with US CMA and CSCA certifications, specializing in startup consulting and capital structuring.
M&A and Valuation Expertise
Abrar Husain contributes 12+ years of experience with MBA in Finance and Economics, plus M&A and valuation expertise from multiple transactions. Our team includes specialists in financial modeling, due diligence, and cross-border transactions.
What Our Mergers and Acquisitions Advisory Services Include
You don’t need a long pitch deck. You need a real partner in the deal process. Here’s what’s included in our M&A support services.
Deal Strategy and Readiness
We help you clarify your goals whether acquisition, sale, merger, or partnership, and assess feasibility based on market conditions and your business position.
Business Valuation Support
We calculate and validate the target valuation, so you're neither overpaying nor underselling in the transaction process.
Buyer or Seller Screening
We help you identify, evaluate, and approach qualified buyers or sellers, discreetly and with systematic processes that protect confidentiality.
Due Diligence Coordination
We handle financial due diligence and liaise with tax, legal, and operational advisors to uncover red flags early in the process.
Deal Structuring & Negotiation Support
From share purchases to asset deals to earn-outs, we help structure terms that protect your interests and achieve your objectives.
Financial Modeling and Scenario Planning
We build clear models to test "what if" outcomes, so you make decisions with foresight, not guesswork about potential results.
Who Should Use M&A Advisory Services?
These services are for businesses that are actively considering transaction opportunities or preparing for future deals.
Looking to Buy Another Business
You want to expand, diversify, or grow through acquisition, but need help choosing, valuing, and approaching the right target companies.
Planning to Sell or Exit
You're ready to sell, but want to ensure you get fair value, handle due diligence well, and structure the deal cleanly for successful closure.
Exploring a Strategic Merger
You see alignment with another company, but need support managing complexity, risk, and timelines throughout the merger process.
Preparing for Investment or Partial Sale
You want to bring in a partner or investor, and need help shaping the terms, valuation, and reporting requirements.
Common Problems Our M&A Advisory Services Help Avoid
We’ve seen deals collapse, or worse, succeed but create chaos, because of preventable issues.
Deal Structure Problems & Decision-Making Issues
- Misaligned expectations between buyers and sellers that create conflict during negotiations
- Weak or inflated valuations that don't reflect market reality
- Poor due diligence, especially financial and tax-related issues that surface late
- Unclear post-deal responsibilities that create operational problems
- Emotion-led decisions, rather than data-backed analysis of transaction value
- egotiating from a place of urgency, not from a position of strength
You don’t need to go through that. Our M&A advisory gives you clarity, control, and negotiating power at every step of the process.
Our Process Simple and Built for Execution
We make a complex process easy to follow, without cutting corners that could jeopardize deal success.
Step 1: Deal Assessment
We clarify your goal and assess the viability of a transaction. Buy, sell, merge, or partner? We help map the path forward.
Step 2: Financial Review & Valuation
We analyze the business (yours or the target's) to build a data-backed valuation and identify risk points that need attention.
Step 3: Target or Buyer Identification
We help you find the right counterparty, quietly, efficiently, and with the right filters to ensure compatibility.
Step 4: Due Diligence and Negotiation
We lead financial and operational diligence, flag key findings, and guide you through negotiations to achieve favorable terms.
UAE-Specific M&A Advisory Support
Our M&A team understands the nuances of doing deals in UAE business environment.
- Free zone vs. mainland regulations that affect transaction structure and approvals
- Shareholder structures and nominee arrangements that impact ownership transfer
- Corporate tax and VAT implications post-deal that affect financial planning
- Cross-border considerations for foreign buyers or sellers entering UAE markets
- Local banking, legal, and compliance workflows that ensure smooth transaction completion
You get M&A consulting built for UAE’s fast-moving, regulation-sensitive environment
M&A Advisory Services: Pricing and Engagement
We offer flexible engagement models based on your transaction type:
- Buy-Side Advisory/b> – For companies acquiring or merging with another
- Sell-Side Advisory – For owners and founders preparing for exit
- Investor or Partial Exit Support – For fundraising, ESOP buybacks, or strategic divestment
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is this just for large businesses?
No. We work with startups, SMEs, and family-run companies during any major ownership or capital event, regardless of business size.
2. Do you help with finding buyers or targets?
Yes. We support with research, introductions, and qualifying buyers or sellers based on your specific criteria and objectives.
3. Can you work alongside our lawyer or accountant?
Absolutely. We focus on strategy and finance, while coordinating with legal, tax, and audit partners as needed for deal success.
4. What if we’re not ready for a deal yet?
That's okay. We offer pre-deal readiness assessments so you know what needs to happen first before pursuing transactions.
5. Do you work with international buyers/sellers?
Yes. We've supported cross-border M&A deals involving UAE and global entities with understanding of international requirements.
6. How long does a typical M&A process take?
It depends, but on average, 3-6 months from planning to close. We help you move faster by staying organized and focused.
7. What’s the cost of a bad deal?
Lost time, lost money, lost morale, and potential legal complications. Our job is to make sure that doesn't happen to your business.
Let's Help You Close the Right Deal
A good M&A deal doesn’t just happen. It’s planned, structured, and executed with discipline and expertise.
Our mergers and acquisitions advisory services help you:
- Understand your options
- Avoid blind spots
- Negotiate from a position of strength
- Walk away with clarity, whether you buy, sell, or say no