Demystifying M&A
By Natasha Dinneen Almost all M&A deals are negotiated on a ‘cash free, debt free’ basis, but what does that actually mean? What happens to the existing cash and debt in the business being acquired?...
Thought Leadership
By Hazel Moore There’s a generally accepted wisdom that around 50% of M&A deals fail to deliver value. However our track record of win-win deals proves that this does not have to be the case....
Press Releases
FirstCapital is delighted to have advised on the sale of DesignMyNight to The Access Group, a leading software provider to the UK midmarket which is backed by TA Associates.
Case Studies
“We wanted a strategic sale, with a partner who valued our business and didn’t want to break it up. Who would allow us to keep growing. Jason really took time to get to know our...
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We are pleased to announce that Sheana O’Sullivan has joined FirstCapital as Managing Director and Head of the US office replacing David Smith, Managing Director.
Case Studies
“FirstCapital applied the right pressure and expectation to deliver, and were always on-hand with an expert in every aspect of the deal process. Their expertise and network were excellent, always available and understanding at each...
Case Studies
“FirstCapital has existing relationships globally with the biggest players and they delivered excellent access to the interested parties in a very targeted, focused way.” Mike Park, CFO Read the case study
Case Studies
“FirstCapital achieved all of ATG Media’s objectives; finding the right partner, selling our business for a premium and securing excellent terms. They managed the process expertly yet always focussed on achieving the best for our...
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“Time was our most precious commodity and FirstCapital ensured the deal process had minimum impact on our team. We were well qualified by them during the process. There was a good selection of different buyers,...
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FirstCapital is delighted to have advised on the sale of Teachers2Parents to Education Brands, a US-based family of education-focused software companies backed by global private equity firm Insight Venture Partners.
Case Studies
“FirstCapital achieved the optimal combination of strategic valuation and the deal acquirer to fulfil Salmon’s potential. We could not have asked for a better result- and could not have achieved the same outcome without FirstCapital’s...
Case Studies
“Success in finding new investors goes beyond the purely monetary aspects. A supportive relationship and mutually beneficial partnership are key for long-term success, and all the more so if the company’s greatest opportunity lies in...