M&A Advisory Services – Corporate Finance Advisory
About Syntax Partners
Syntax Partners is an independent advisory firm specializing in cross-border M&A, business sales, and strategic partnerships in Japan and Asia. We support global corporations seeking to acquire Japanese companies or divest local subsidiaries, as well as mid-sized businesses aiming to raise capital or form strategic alliances with Japanese partners.
Our expertise lies in mid-sized transactions (USD 10M–100M), where we combine deep execution capability and strategic insight to deliver tailored solutions. With a strong network across Japan and Asia-Pacific, we provide end-to-end advisory services for complex international deals.
Why Choose Syntax Partners
- Specialized in mid-sized cross-border M&A (USD 10M–100M)
- Proven experience in Japanese market entry and corporate restructuring
- Independent, conflict-free advisory model (no dual representation)
- Valuation, due diligence, negotiation, and closing support
- Post-Merger Integration (PMI) and operational alignment
- Capital raising and joint venture structuring
- In-depth knowledge of local regulations, tax, and cultural nuances
- Multilingual capabilities (English, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, Indonesian, etc.)
Our Services
1. Buy-Side Advisory: Acquire Japanese Companies
- Target identification and long-list/short-list development
- Preliminary valuation analysis
- Due diligence coordination
- Negotiation and deal structuring
- Advisory for Tender Offers (TOB) and capital policy
- Joint venture design and execution
- Financing and capital structuring support
2. Sell-Side Advisory: Divest Japanese Subsidiaries or Businesses
- Strategic review and exit planning
- Buyer outreach and competitive process management
- Negotiation and contract optimization
- Exit strategies for distressed or non-core assets
3. Cross-Border M&A and Market Entry Support
- Advisory for mergers, business transfers, asset transfers, and carve-outs
- PMI and corporate restructuring guidance
- Legal and tax compliance for cross-border transactions
- Partnership and alliance development with Japanese companies
- Support for real estate and infrastructure investments
Transaction Schemes We Cover
- Mergers
- Business transfers
- Asset transfers
- Share transfers
- Corporate splits
- Joint ventures
- Capital increases and strategic investments
Fee Structure
Our fee model is based on value delivered, not hourly billing, ensuring cost efficiency compared to large global investment banks. We offer flexible engagement terms tailored to client needs.
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Planning an acquisition, divestiture, or strategic partnership in Japan?
Syntax Partners provides bespoke advisory solutions from concept to execution.
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Overview
Syntax Partners is an independent M&A advisory firm specializing in strategic transactions involving Japanese corporations, both domestically and internationally. We are particularly experienced in mid-sized cross-border deals, providing expert support across a range of industries and geographies.
Our strength lies in navigating complex transactions across Asia, supporting diverse strategic needs such as buy-side acquisitions, sell-side divestitures and company sale processes, curve-outs, LBO/MBO, capital structuring, joint ventures, and international investment. We advise not only on green field investments but also on the acquisition as expansion, restructuring, or exit of existing ones.
Depending on the transaction, we may advise either Japanese or non-Japanese counterparties, always maintaining a conflict-free and client-first approach.
Key Strengths
- Focus on mid-sized transactions (typically USD 10–100 million) involving leading Japanese corporations
- Deep expertise and hands-on execution experience in cross-border M&A
- Proprietary network across key Asian markets
- Strategic advisory aligned with succession planning, growth initiatives, and international expansion
- End-to-end support including valuation, due diligence, contract negotiation, and PMI
- Value-driven and cost-efficient fee structure
- Strict avoidance of conflicts of interest (no dual representation or brokerage)
Services
1. Buy-Side Advisory
We support acquiring companies throughout the transaction lifecycle, from target identification to deal execution, aligned with their strategic objectives.
- Target screening based on industry and regional analysis
- Development of long and short lists
- Preliminary valuation (enterprise and equity value) prior to LOI
- Final valuation incorporating due diligence findings
- Negotiation and closing support
- Structuring and negotiation of joint ventures
- Advisory on international financing and deal structuring
2. Sell-Side Advisory
We assist business owners and corporate clients in divestitures driven by succession planning, asset reallocation, or strategic withdrawal from overseas operations.
- Development of sale strategy and outreach to potential buyers
- Negotiation strategy and execution support
- Optimization of deal terms and closing process
- Exit strategies for underperforming or distressed investments
3. Cross-Border & International Expansion Support
Leveraging our experience across key Asian markets (e.g., Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia), we support clients in navigating complex international transactions.
- Negotiation support with local counterparties, informed by language and cultural fluency
- Facilitation of smooth transactions with local businesses
- High-precision execution through collaboration with local partners
- Advisory on legal and tax issues unique to cross-border deals
- Support for overseas real estate and infrastructure investments
Fee Structure
Our fee model is based on the value we deliver—not on time spent. We offer flexible proposals tailored to client budgets and maintain a lean operational structure, enabling us to provide competitive pricing compared to larger advisory firms.
Conflict-Free Advisory
Syntax Partners exclusively advises one side of a transaction—either the buyer or the seller. We do not engage in brokerage or dual representation, ensuring impartial and conflict-free support.
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Considering an M&A transaction?
Syntax Partners offers tailored support from deal conception to execution, aligned with your strategic goals.