BETA

- est 2009 -

Advisory solutions

Company-
sale / Succession / M&A-Sellside

Sell companies, business units or shareholdings professionally — in a structured, confidential and value-oriented manner.A company sale is often one of the most important entrepreneurial decisions. We support sellers from preparation and investor outreach through to negotiations and closing.The focus is not only on maximising the purchase price, but also on transaction certainty, suitable buyers, appropriate contractual structures and a controlled process.

WHY SBCF & CIE.


SBCF & Cie. understands your life’s work.

For you as an entrepreneur, an M&A transaction is more than a financial process.It is about your life’s work, protecting your very own interests, the future of your employees, your role after the transaction and the question of which buyer is truly the right fit for your company.And, of course, it is also about achieving the best possible realisation of an appropriate financial value for your business.

CHALLENGES


SBCF & Cie.
understands the challenges.

“Which strategy offers the best prospects for a successful succession?”

“When is the right time for a sale?”

“Should I sell completely right away, or first bring in a partner or investor?”

“Which buyers may be suitable — strategic buyers, private equity, family offices or even competitors?”

“How much is my company worth?”

“And how do I ensure that confidentiality, speed and negotiating power are preserved?”

“How can I represent my interests as effectively as possible in negotiations and achieve my objectives?”

“Is my company ready for a sale? (Exit Readiness Check)”

ROLE SBCF & Cie.


SBCF & Cie. at your side.

We support you as an entrepreneur in preparing, structuring and executing sale, succession and shareholder participation processes.

This often includes full M&A project and process management. Before the actual sale, the focus is on company analysis, defining the M&A strategy, valuation and target setting, and often the initiation of value enhancement measures.

The transaction process begins with approaching suitable interested parties, conducting due diligence and continues through to negotiation leadership and support, signing and support through to closing.

In addition to full process support, focused individual solutions can also be commissioned.

Typical services:

· Development of corporate and M&A strategies

· Exit Readiness Check, including review of strategy, corporate structures, equity story, financial attractiveness, etc.

· Development and implementation of optimisation and value enhancement measures

· Company valuation

· Preparation of due diligence

· Negotiation leadership


Ready for the next step?

In a confidential introductory call, we discuss your situation and outline your options — entirely non-binding and discreet.

Q&A | Frequently asked questions

No. The first conversation is entirely non-binding and free of charge. We get to know your situation and outline your options.
No. Discretion is our highest priority. Neither employees, competitors nor other stakeholders will learn about your plans — at any point in time.
Our remuneration is tailored individually to the scope and nature of the project. In the introductory call, we discuss your requirements and provide you with a transparent proposal — with no surprises.
No. We advise you with an open mind and without a predetermined outcome. Whether sale, succession, growth or realignment — the right path often only becomes clear in conversation.
Immediately. After the introductory call, we can begin the analysis within a few days. Our process is efficient — without unnecessary delays.
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