Growth by acquisitions has been, and will continue to be, an attractive option for ambitious businesses. However, the rewards must be balanced against potential risks.

CFM Capital's job is to provide practical transaction management expertise throughout the process. Often starting with a strategic review, we help define the corporate objectives and assess the best methods of achieving them.

Using our network of contacts and specialist databases, we research and identify targets that meet the acquisition criteria. We then appraise the strengths and weaknesses of the various targets and prepare the preliminary assessment.

In conjunction with the client, CFM Capital will handle the initial approach, the sensitive process of discussions which lead to an agreement and the formulation of a carefully structured offer. The structure is critical and must take proper account of such issues as taxation, pension funding, employment rights and investment needs.

Our independence means that we can give clients objective advice on raising the necessary finance using our detailed knowledge of the major finance providers.