In today’s global economy both publicly traded and privately held companies are looking to take advantage of the tremendous growth opportunities that are available.
Mergers and acquisitions hit new highs in late 2005 with a major slow down in 2010 but that M&A trend of consolidation should ramp up as we move through 2021 moving forward into the next 3-5 years.
Organic growth is always the goal but strategic acquisitions that could be accretive to a publicly traded company inside of 12-24 months is a true benefit. Igniting growth is what investors crave beyond yield and it doesn’t matter whether a company is traded on the OTCQB, Nasdaq Capital or Global Markets, New York Stock Exchange or on an International Exchange, growth is what matters. Many companies that are publicly traded may have institutional investors such as private equity funds, mutual funds, pension funds and that one activist investor as shareholders. In all of those cases its the obligation of the management to spark growth, one way would be organic of course but lining up a strategic acquisition or merging with a compatible company could be key.
In some cases the management may feel that being acquired could be a better alternative to maximize returns for their shareholders.
FGA Partners can be an asset in either of these situations. FGA may even look to be the acquirer or just act as a consultant to facilitate the merger or acquisition. We can assist emerging growth companies on many levels.
FGA Partners works with micro, small and midcap companies providing them with merger and acquisition consulting services, both on United States exchanges and International Exchanges. We work closely with each client to ensure the success of the transaction.
We work hard to understand the goals of each client and work towards those goals; our main focus for all of our clients is to create value for the company and their shareholders.
If requested we may also be able to assist these companies with introductions to institutions as it relates to raising the necessary capital to complete a merger or acquisition via investment banking, conventional banking and private investor contacts.
Our acquisition services include:
Strategic Acquisition Review
First and foremost FGA reviews and evaluates each client’s acquisition strategy. We take the time to work closely with our clients in evaluating their markets, growth objectives, required product technology and integration to define proper acquisition parameters and candidates. We not only give an analysis of their current status but paint a picture for their long term and sustained growth. We think outside of the box and this gives FGA the ability to bring forward strategic ideas to enhance our clients value and growth potential.
Identification of Potential Targets
FGA works closely with our clients in developing potential acquisition targets that meet our clients’ parameters, needs and optimize their operational leverage. Every potential acquisition candidate is approved by our clients prior to contact being made with them on their behalf.
Evaluation of Acquisition Targets
FGA along with our clients evaluates the operations, technology, management and future prospects of every potential acquisition candidate. This is a critical process as it allows us to determine the viability of the acquistion candidate and their potential value longer term to our client.
Negotiations
FGA on behalf of our clients negotiate the terms and offering price for each potential acquisition candidate. We work hand in hand with our clients from the first steps of negotiation to the issuance of the letter of intent and subsequent purchase and sales agreement.
Additional Services Offered to Clients
Legal and Accounting Advisory
FGA can arrange for legal and accounting advisory services for our clients ranging from basic to the more complex. When moving forward with an acquisition it is imperative to have legal and accounting representation in order to avoid any possible pitfalls as well as to not only properly evaluate a potential acquisition but also to strategically plan the path to growth. FGA has access to top notch legal and accounting teams that have the ability and experience to provide clients with the guidance they need in order to reach their goals the right way. The scope of legal work can span from legal opinions, legal due diligence to the development of private placement memorandums and letters of intent, while the scope of accounting work spans from the analysis of a company’s financials to the development of financial statements for reporting and nonreporting companies.
Feel free to contact our dedicated team at 646.397.0588.
