Clairfield expands in Finland with UB Corporate Finance

📰 BDO Ireland's experts featured in The Irish Times Special Report on Corporate Finance. Katharine Byrne provided insight on optimal funding strategies for business acquisitions, highlighting that it is essential to assess the company’s current financial health and future projections. Mark Waldron discussed the growing importance of angel investment, agreeing that the new tax relief is very appealing, but notes the compliance complexity involved. Richard Duffy provided advice on to borrow or not to borrow, he states proceed with caution as the type of finance a business requires, is wholly dependent on where it is in its life cycle. 👉 Click here to read more, https://forwrd.it/r/6jT1 #funding #financing #growthstrategy #BDO

📰 BDO Ireland's experts featured in The Irish Times Special Report on Corporate Finance. Katharine Byrne provided insight on optimal funding strategies for business acquisitions, highlighting that it is essential to assess the company’s current financial health and future projections. Mark Waldron discussed the growing importance of angel investment, agreeing that the new tax relief is very appealing, but notes the compliance complexity involved. Richard Duffy provided advice on to borrow or not to borrow, he stated, proceed with caution as the type of finance a business requires, is wholly dependent on where it is in its life cycle. 👉 Click here to read more, https://lnkd.in/eWQw-k6V #funding #financing #growthstrategy #BDO

Don't miss 'Transformative Tools in Restructuring, Recovery & Insolvency' in Prague next week. As the European distressed landscape becomes increasingly complex, investors and stakeholders are embracing innovative strategies to unlock value in underperforming or distressed assets. This session will examine emerging tools in deal structuring, financing, and restructuring—offering perspectives from both debtors and purchasers. Panellists will share practical insights into negotiating dynamics, valuation challenges, and evolving tactics for preserving or creating value amid financial and operational distress. Attendees will gain actionable knowledge on how market participants are adapting their approaches to drive successful outcomes in today’s environment. Our panelists are Malgorzata Olech, LL.M. Jacek Byrt Lukáš Mikeska Dennis Levine and William Starshak Join us for this impactful discussion, and much more! Registration closes Friday 26 September. Find out more: https://shorturl.at/eEK2Z #DistressedInvesting #AssetBasedLending #SecuredFinance #Turnaround #Restructuring #ABL #Europe #CzechRepublic Secured Finance Network Europe

The Private Equity Exit Wave 🌊 30,000+ Portfolio Companies. Massive Exit Pressure. Historic MBO Opportunity. If you’re not focused on private equity relationships, you’re missing the single largest driver of transactional work over the next 12 months. The Numbers Are Staggering: 🔴 30,000+ PE portfolio companies in the UK 🔴 47% have been on the books since 2020 or earlier 🔴 LPs demanding distributions and returns 🔴 Exit pressure at an all-time high What This Means: We’re forecasting a 30-40% surge in MBO/MBI activity—from £450-550m to £650-750m in legal fees. Why MBOs Are Surging: 1️⃣ PE needs to exit but strategic buyer appetite is selective 2️⃣ Management teams are ready after 4-5 years running businesses 3️⃣ Financing is improving as interest rates stabilize 4️⃣ Valuations are more realistic creating deal feasibility The Opportunity Extends Beyond MBOs: ✓ Secondary buyouts (PE to PE) ✓ Strategic sales (when buyers exist) ✓ Dividend recaps (interim liquidity) ✓ IPO preparations (quality assets) ✓ Portfolio company governance and compliance ✓ Add-on acquisitions (pre-exit value building) Three Types of Firms Will Win This Work: Type 1: The PE Partner • Dedicated PE coverage teams • Portfolio company support programs • Speed and certainty of execution • Competitive relationship pricing Type 2: The Integrated Advisor • Transaction + governance capabilities • Full lifecycle support (acquisition to exit) • Seamless cross-practice delivery Type 3: The Sector Specialist • Deep expertise in PE’s target sectors (tech, healthcare, business services) • Industry knowledge beyond legal skills • Faster execution, better commercial advice The Bottom Line: PE relationships aren’t just “nice to have”—they’re the volume pipeline that will separate market leaders from everyone else over the next 12 months. Question for PE-focused practitioners: What percentage of your firm’s revenue comes from PE relationships? And what’s your strategy to increase it? #PrivateEquity #ManagementBuyout #MBO #M&A #LawFirmGrowth #CorporateFinance #ExitStrategy

Private Equity comes with its own language. Our A–Z glossary explains the key terms and concepts — helping you navigate deals with confidence. Backed by the expertise of BDO Ireland’s Private Equity team, it’s a practical resource for investors, founders and businesses considering PE as a growth option. 🔎 Explore the glossary here: https://forwrd.it/r/6hxd

Private Equity comes with its own language. Our A–Z glossary explains the key terms and concepts — helping you navigate deals with confidence. Backed by the expertise of BDO Ireland’s Private Equity team, it’s a practical resource for investors, founders and businesses considering PE as a growth option. 🔎 Explore the glossary here: https://forwrd.it/r/6jNa

Monument Daily German Finance News - Overview of Key Topics - Bafin's Audit of Mutares and Deloitte's Role - Baywa's Failed Cefetra Sale - White & Case Expands in Germany - Financing Updates: Salzgitter, E.ON, Tubulis - Aurelius CEO on Hanseyachts Sale Bafin Audit of Mutares and Deloitte - BaFin has initiated an audit of the 2023 financial statements of Mutares SE & Co. KGaA, raising scrutiny over Deloitte's auditing conduct. - The inquiry is focused on whether Deloitte should have foreseen the criticisms from the financial supervisory authority. Baywa's Failed Cefetra Sale - BayWa AG's planned transaction with PGFO fell through, yet the company intends to proceed with the sale within the year. - A new buyer is reportedly already lined up for Cefetra Ltd. White & Case German Expansion - White & Case LLP has appointed five new partners in Germany. - Two of the partners are specialized in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions, enhancing the firm's expertise in this area. Financing News: Salzgitter, E.ON, Tubulis - Salzgitter AG is using a convertible bond to divest its Aurubis shares. - E.ON is making strategic moves in Australia, and Tubulis GmbH has secured a record amount in funding. Aurelius CEO on Hanseyachts Sale - AURELIUS is celebrating key milestones in 2025, including its exit from HanseYachts AG, regarded as successful by founding partner Dirk Markus. - Markus highlights that a favorable new home has been found for Hanseyachts. #FinanceGermany #GermanyFinance #FinanceNews #Finanznachrichten #Finanzen #Germany 2025-10-20

Don't miss 'Transformative Tools in Restructuring, Recovery & Insolvency' in Prague next week. As the European distressed landscape becomes increasingly complex, investors and stakeholders are embracing innovative strategies to unlock value in underperforming or distressed assets. This session will examine emerging tools in deal structuring, financing, and restructuring—offering perspectives from both debtors and purchasers. Panellists will share practical insights into negotiating dynamics, valuation challenges, and evolving tactics for preserving or creating value amid financial and operational distress. Attendees will gain actionable knowledge on how market participants are adapting their approaches to drive successful outcomes in today’s environment. Our panelists are Malgorzata Olech, LL.M. Jacek Byrt Lukáš Mikeska Dennis Levine and William Starshak Join us for this impactful discussion, and much more! Registration closes Friday 26 September. Find out more: https://shorturl.at/eEK2Z #DistressedInvesting #AssetBasedLending #SecuredFinance #Turnaround #Restructuring #ABL #Europe #CzechRepublic TMA Europe

PE’s biggest problem? Exits. Too much dry powder, not enough deal flow. FTI Consulting's Michael Eisenband takes a smart look at why private equity’s golden era may be stalling. #PrivateEquity #MergersAndAcquisitions #PE

Thrilled to announce that, after months in the making and with international deal collaborations already underway, we are part of the 7oceans M&A Alliance. A new international alliance bringing together highly trusted and experienced M&A advisory firms across borders. Together, the member firms are better positioned to identify and approach suitable potential buyers and target companies. 7oceans leverages global insight and creates local impact. Making deals happen! Great to be working alongside: Amanath Husain, Bertrand Thimonier, Ruud van Hoek, Jurgen van Dijk, Giovanni Panigada, Giulia Andreoli, Conor Sheahan, Volker Ruhl, Sally Saunders, Jamie Hope, Maria Thomas and David Browne. Read more about the launch and our role here: The Currency – CKS Finance becomes founding member of new international M&A alliance, 7Oceans - https://lnkd.in/ewNp6VfT #7oceans #M&A #CrossBorderDeals