Capital raising advisory
We provide independent and specialised capital raising advice to our clients to enable them to access the most appropriate type of funding for their specific requirements including, but not limited to:
- Senior debt
- Junior debt
- Mezzanine debt
- Private equity
More specifically, our advice and capital raising services are focused on assisting our clients in the following types of transactions:
- Corporate acquisitions
- MBO’s
- LBO’s
- BEE deals
- Replacement capital
- Growth and expansion capital
- Debt restructuring
Our services include inter alia:
- Detailed transaction evaluation and an assessment of the funding requirement
- Assessment regarding the appropriateness of the transaction value
- Detailed financial modelling, deal structuring and debt scoping
- Risk assessment and the identification of the appropriate mitigating factors
- Preparation of a detailed funding application to be submitted to funders
- Assistance in negotiating funding terms and conditions with funders
- Complete project management of entire capital raising process with appropriate funders
Proprietary investments
Our investment philosophy is to become long-term investors in the businesses that we target and to increase our shareholding in them over time. Through our active involvement in our investments we strive to accelerate growth and enhance profitability by leveraging off our extensive contact networks and establishing and enhancing strong financial discipline and corporate culture.
In evaluating potential investment opportunities, we consider the following specific characteristics as essential in order to proceed with any target:
- A track record of increasing profitability with a minimum profit after tax of R10 million
- Strong cash flow generation capabilities
- Preferably low working capital and capex intensive businesses
- Experienced and motivated management team with a well formulated strategy
- Sustainable future growth potential
- Leading market position or the potential to develop a leading market position
