FAQs
1. Is the initial M&A advisory consultation free?
Yes, Syntax Partners offers a free initial consultation for M&A advisory services.
2. Which industries and regions do you specialize in for M&A?
We specialize in a wide range of industries including manufacturing (chemicals, electronic components, etc.), trading companies, logistics, IT, and consumer goods (food and others). We possess particular expertise in cross-border M&A in Asia, with over 90% of our deals being international transactions.
3. What is the typical transaction size you handle?
We primarily work on M&A transactions with a transaction size between USD 10 million and USD 100 million, and target companies (investees) generally have revenues within this range.
4. What is your M&A advisory fee structure?
To ensure quality and maintain mutual commitment, we do not accept mandates on a purely success-fee basis. M&A transactions are complex and often require long-term engagement, so we adopt a structure that guarantees appropriate resource allocation. Our fee model always combines a monthly retainer with a success fee.
- Monthly Retainer: Secures the resources necessary for ongoing support and execution throughout the process.
- Success Fee: Payable upon completion of the transaction, calculated based on deal size and terms.
The specific amount of the monthly retainer and the success fee rate will vary depending on the scope of engagement and transaction size. Details are provided individually for each mandate.
5. How long does it take to complete an M&A transaction?
On average, it takes 6 to 12 months to close a deal, depending on the industry, deal complexity, and due diligence requirements.
6. Do you handle cross-border M&A?
Yes. We have extensive experience in cross-border M&A transactions.
7. How do you ensure confidentiality during the process?
We execute a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) for every engagement and maintain strict internal controls to safeguard sensitive information.
8. How do you identify potential buyers or sellers?
We leverage our domestic and international network to identify and approach the most strategically aligned counterparties for each transaction.
9. Do you support succession-type M&A for privately held companies?
Yes, we have strong expertise in succession-driven M&A for privately owned businesses, ensuring smooth ownership transition and business continuity.
10. Can you support negotiations with overseas investors?
Absolutely. Our team consists of multilingual M&A professionals capable of handling negotiations, documentation, and due diligence in English and other languages.