Mergers & Acquisitions Advisory
Strategic M&A for
India's Growth Economy
Buy-side and sell-side advisory for consumer, mid-market, and growth-stage companies — from target identification and valuation through negotiation, due diligence, and post-merger integration.
M&A Advisory Services
Full-spectrum M&A support for both acquirers and sellers — structured to maximise value and minimise execution risk.
Buy-Side Advisory
Helping acquirers identify, evaluate, negotiate, and integrate strategic targets that create lasting competitive advantage.
- Target IdentificationSystematic screening based on strategic fit, financial metrics, and sector positioning.
- Valuation & Financial ModellingDCF, comparable transactions, and precedent analysis to determine fair value ranges.
- Negotiation & StructuringPurchase price negotiations, earn-out structures, and deal term optimisation.
- Due Diligence CoordinationManagement of financial, legal, tax, and commercial DD workstreams.
- Post-Merger IntegrationIntegration planning, synergy realisation, and change management support.
Sell-Side Advisory
Positioning businesses for optimal exit — whether through strategic sale, secondary transaction, management buyout, or IPO.
- Business PositioningCrafting the equity story and preparing comprehensive information memoranda.
- Buyer Universe MappingIdentifying and approaching strategic and financial buyers globally.
- Competitive Process ManagementRunning structured auction processes to maximise competitive tension.
- Valuation MaximisationLeveraging market timing, operational improvements, and narrative to achieve premium valuations.
- Transaction ClosingSPA negotiation, regulatory approvals, and seamless completion.
Specialised M&A Capabilities
Roll-Up Strategy
Consolidation plays in fragmented Indian sectors — building platform companies through systematic bolt-on acquisitions.
Cross-Border M&A
Indian companies acquiring abroad and international acquirers entering India — navigating FDI, RBI, and CCI regulatory frameworks.
Promoter Buyouts & MBOs
Structuring management and promoter buyouts with optimal leverage and governance transition.
Distressed & Special Situations
Acquisition of stressed assets under IBC/NCLT framework with turnaround potential.
The M&A Lifecycle
A disciplined, phase-gated approach that ensures every transaction is executed with precision from origination to integration.
Strategy & Origination
Week 1–4
- Define acquisition thesis and strategic rationale
- Develop target screening criteria
- Build long list and prioritise short list
- Initial outreach and NDA execution
Evaluation & Valuation
Week 4–8
- Detailed financial analysis and modelling
- Management meetings and site visits
- Preliminary valuation (DCF, comps, precedents)
- Indicative offer / expression of interest
Due Diligence
Week 8–12
- Financial, legal, tax, and commercial DD
- IT systems and IP assessment
- HR and culture evaluation
- Regulatory and compliance review
Negotiation & Closing
Week 12–16
- Binding offer and SPA negotiation
- Conditions precedent and regulatory approvals
- CCI / SEBI / RBI filings as applicable
- Signing and completion mechanics
Post-Merger Integration
Month 4–12
- Day-1 readiness and communication
- Synergy realisation programme
- Organisational alignment and retention
- Performance tracking against deal thesis
Why PriQuant for M&A
Our M&A practice combines deep sector knowledge, an extensive relationship network, and institutional execution rigour.
Relationship Network
Direct access to 500+ strategic acquirers, PE/VC funds, family offices, and corporate development teams across India and globally.
Valuation Expertise
Rigorous, multi-methodology valuation approach grounded in fundamentals — not hype. We ensure every deal is priced to reflect true intrinsic value.
Regulatory Navigation
In-house expertise across SEBI, CCI, RBI, FEMA, and Companies Act — ensuring clean regulatory execution on every transaction.
Consumption Sector Focus
Deep specialisation in consumer brands, retail, FMCG, healthcare, and education means we understand the value drivers that matter to buyers.
Speed of Execution
Lean, senior-led teams with decision-making authority — no bureaucratic layers between you and your deal getting done.
Confidentiality
Rigorous information barriers, controlled process management, and professional discretion throughout every engagement.
Transaction Typologies We Handle
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Considering a Strategic Transaction?
Whether you are looking to acquire, sell, or merge, our M&A team brings the sector expertise, relationships, and execution discipline to deliver outcomes that matter.
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