Preparation of Carve-outs

Carve-outs can generate significant value for both the seller and the buyer. However, since it is one of the most complicated business transactions, it presents unique challenges that require careful preparation.

Preparation of Carve-outs

The problem:
Of the different M&A transactions, carve-outs are among the most complex. The process of disentangling a specific business unit, assets, and relationships from the parent organisation while making sure to maintain operational continuity, establishing operational independence, and dealing with potential legal and regulatory challenges requires careful planning and execution. Post carve-out, if the business unit is integrated into another existing business, the buyer also needs to address strategy, human capital issues, and risks affecting a smooth transition.

Our solution:
Eight International’s expertise in carve-out preparation ensures a successful divestiture or takeover of a carved-out asset.

Our carve-out expertise guides you through the challenging process in the following ways:

  • Our team is well-versed in handling all aspects of carve-outs, including investigating strategic options, identifying separation intricacies, defining stages that enable a business to stand alone, structuring the standalone entity, and ensuring a smooth operational separation.
  • We determine pro forma accounts according to the scope of the transaction.
  • We estimate costs and investments related to a business’s independent operation.

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