A merger or acquisition is among the most consequential decisions a business will make, and in the UAE, where the specific complexities of free zone ownership structures, mainland foreign ownership rules, corporate tax implications and FTA compliance history all affect transaction value and structure, the quality of the advisory team determines the quality of the outcome. UAE M&A activity has accelerated significantly across F&B, retail, logistics, healthcare and professional services.
CashLaw Global's M&A advisory practice guides UAE businesses through the full transaction lifecycle, from initial strategic assessment and target identification through to deal structuring, negotiation support, closing and post-transaction integration. We advise both buyers and sellers, bringing the same rigour to each side of a transaction. For sellers, we advise on pre-sale preparation, valuation methodology and the positioning of the business for maximum credible value.
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Book Free ConsultationThe process moves through strategic preparation and financial valuation, drafting information memorandums, identifying and qualifying potential buyers, securing Letters of Intent (LOI), coordinating the due diligence phase, and executing the final share purchase agreement (SPA).
Valuations are calculated using multiple complementary approaches, including Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) models based on future earnings projections, Capitalized Earnings methods, and market multiples of comparable recent private and public transactions within your industry sector.
An LOI outlines the preliminary terms and purchase price offered by a buyer. While the commercial pricing terms are typically non-binding and subject to due diligence, clauses covering exclusivity timelines and data confidentiality are strictly legally binding.