Expert analysis on M&A, business finance, and global markets.
In an industry often characterised by transactional relationships and short-term thinking, Smarter Mergers has built its practice on a fundamentally different philosophy: long-term relationships, transparent advisory, and alignment of interests…
Many business owners engage M&A advisors too late in the process, limiting the value an advisor can add. This guide examines the optimal timing for advisor engagement, what to look…
Valuation disagreements remain the single most common reason mid-market M&A transactions fail to close. This briefing examines the structural causes of valuation gaps in the current market, and the advisory…
Turkey’s economy presents a paradox: structural challenges including high inflation and currency volatility sit alongside genuine opportunities in manufacturing, logistics, and real estate. We examine the investment case for Turkey,…
Optimal transaction financing requires matching the capital structure to the specific characteristics of the transaction, the target business, and the acquirer’s balance sheet. We examine the full range of financing…
A well-constituted advisory board can transform a company’s capabilities, networks, and credibility — particularly for mid-market businesses seeking to compete with larger peers. We examine how to structure an advisory…
Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and the UAE’s economic diversification agenda are generating unprecedented M&A activity across the MENA region. We analyse the sectors attracting the most capital, the role of…
Regulatory scrutiny of technology sector acquisitions has intensified globally. From the EU’s Digital Markets Act to US DOJ posture, acquirers in the technology space face a complex regulatory landscape. We…
The global sukuk market has grown to over $800 billion in outstanding issuance, providing Sharia-compliant capital market funding for sovereigns, corporates, and infrastructure projects. We examine sukuk structures, the investor…
The SPAC boom of 2020-2021 and subsequent correction has generated important lessons about structure, alignment, and execution. We examine what the SPAC experience has taught capital markets participants about blank-cheque…