Buying A Business
Acqius Discovery
We assist companies and investors in acquiring off-market businesses through our specialised buy-side acquisition search services - we call this Acqius Discovery.
Our network and expertise extends to private and publicly listed companies, private equity and family offices. We assist them in identifying opportunities that align with their specific search criteria. We appraise potential targets for suitability and provide professional introductions for acquisitions, mergers, investments, or strategic partnerships.
Clients choose our services due to our exceptional market access and our role as a professional intermediary between them and key acquisition targets. We gather essential information through detailed discussion with business owners, ensuring that our clients and the rationale for their interest are properly presented. In essence, we provide unparalleled access to potential targets for those seeking to acquire or invest, optimising the chances of locating an ideal target.
Our support, of course, continues throughout the acquisition process where necessary, ensuring that both sides remain comfortable and aligned in expectation.
Please complete the following checklist to help us understand the target criteria of the acquisition you are looking for. This information will enable us to tailor our approach to achieve the best possible outcome for you.
Our Six-Stage Process
FROM DECISION TO DEAL
Define Search Criteria
We invest time in understanding your specific search criteria, typically encompassing industry/sub-sector, geography, and scale. We are also open to accommodating any additional requirements you may have.
Market Mapping Exercise
Your dedicated deal leader collaborates closely with our research team to identify businesses that align with your interests. Our approach begins with a comprehensive analysis of the entire market, rather than limiting our search to businesses that are explicitly for sale.
Agree on Acquisition Targets
Utilising summary information on company activities, scale, and financial performance, we identify the most suitable businesses for outreach. Our approach to these selected targets is both professional and considered.
Detailed Conversations
We engage in in-depth discussions with each potential party to gain insights into their business journeys, aspirations, and openness to exploring acquisition, merger, investment, or strategic partnership opportunities.
Discuss Each Target
We compile our findings and review each business with you. The insights gathered from our conversations provide both you and the targets with a clearer understanding of which companies may be particularly well-suited for your objectives.
Arrange Meetings
We facilitate introductions and coordinate meetings between you and the businesses of interest. Our involvement continues as we follow up with both parties, acting as a liaison for as long as needed. Additionally, we have a sister due diligence firm that offers financial due diligence services.