M&A and Corporate Finance Advisory | CBP Transaction Support

M&A & Corporate Finance

We turn businesses into desirable assets.

Strategic, rigorous, and discreet M&A and financial advisory services for ambitious companies ready to evolve.

From business valuation to capital raising or full acquisition support, we deliver clarity, structure, and results at every step of the transaction.

More than transactions: value creation with intelligence.

At CBP, we believe that M&A should be more than just financial engineering. It should be a strategic inflection point — one that unlocks growth, drives efficiency, or delivers generational change. Our approach combines technical expertise, strategic insight, and execution capability, ensuring that every transaction delivers long-term value for all stakeholders.

We provide advisory services on:

Mergers and acquisitions (buy-side and sell-side)

Business valuation

Investment readiness

Capital raising and financial structuring

Negotiation and due diligence support

Case Studies: Strategic Valuation and Investor Engagement

The following cases are presented with full client authorization. Names and some details have been modified to ensure confidentiality. CBP never publishes any case — even anonymized — without formal consent.

Case 1 — MPX Packaging

Sector: Industrial Packaging

Mandate: Sell-side advisory to onboard a strategic partner

Challenge:

MPX Packaging was a well-established industrial packaging company whose shareholders relied on informal estimates of €10M–€12M for the company’s value, based solely on generic EBITDA multiples. The absence of a formal valuation and structured investor approach risked substantial undervaluation and a weak negotiating position in the market.

CBP Approach:

CBP designed and executed a comprehensive valuation framework, leveraging Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), trading comparables, and precedent transaction analyses. We developed a robust financial model and growth narrative, repositioned the company around sector-specific value drivers, and prepared high-quality investment materials. A targeted investor outreach program was launched to attract and screen strategic partners most likely to deliver long-term value.

Impact:

CBP established a credible valuation range of €14.4M to €25.4M, with a central value of €19.9M. Within 8 weeks, four high-quality investors submitted formal expressions of interest. The selected offer exceeded €24.5M, delivering a +100% uplift relative to the original internal estimate — and brought in a long-term strategic partner fully aligned with the company’s future roadmap.

“We thought our company was worth €10M, maybe €12M. CBP’s team rebuilt our valuation, crafted the investment story, and positioned us with the right buyers. We closed at over €24.5M. That was no accident — it was strategy.”

CEO, Industrial Packaging Group (Portugal)

Case 2 — Old Farm SA

Sector: Premium Food & Agribusiness

Mandate: Full buy-side support for an international investor

Challenge:

Old Farm SA presented a high-friction buy-side situation: limited financial transparency at the outset, no management-grade forecast, no structured sale process, and incomplete financial documentation. This created a material risk of overpaying and discovering issues only after closing. The investor needed an accelerated, defensible process to price the asset correctly and protect downside.

CBP Approach:

CBP led an end-to-end buy-side process built for speed and defensibility. We delivered an independent valuation using a multi-method framework (DCF, trading multiples, transaction benchmarks) and complemented it with a red-flag operational and compliance diagnostic to surface value-critical risks early. We translated those risks into valuation and pricing adjustments, structured protections to safeguard the investor, supported negotiations with clear pricing logic, and coordinated the full path from due diligence to closing.

Impact:

CBP established a defensible Enterprise Value (EV) range of €4.88M to €5.94M for the target, supported by DCF (including APV) and market benchmarks. With net debt of c. €4.26M, this translated into an implied equity value range of c. €0.62M to €1.68M, providing a precise negotiation anchor. Our qualitative risk assessment drove a disciplined de-rating of peer trading multiples (-35.6%) and a company-specific equity risk premium, ensuring pricing reflected business reality rather than headline peer multiples. The transaction closed with zero post-deal surprises and rapid post-acquisition integration, supporting EBITDA progression above industry benchmarks in the first year.

“The deal could have gone wrong in a hundred ways. CBP brought clarity to the valuation, uncovered hidden risks, and structured the entire acquisition process. We secured the asset at a 25% discount and with full confidence in our decision.”

Managing Partner, International Agribusiness Fund (Switzerland)

What we do: comprehensive transaction advisory

We offer a full spectrum of services to guide you through every stage of your M&A and corporate finance journey.

Company Valuation

We apply internationally recognised valuation methods to deliver objective and defensible assessments. Our typical approach includes:

• Discounted Cash Flow (DCF)

• Trading Multiples

• Transaction Multiples

Investment Readiness & Financial Modeling

We prepare your business for investment by developing robust financial models and strategies.

Sell-Side & Buy-Side Advisory

We expertly represent your interests, whether you’re looking to sell or acquire a business.

Capital Raising (Equity & Debt)

We connect you with the right capital, securing both equity and debt financing to fuel your growth.

Deal Structuring & Term Sheets

We craft advantageous deal structures and meticulously prepare term sheets to protect your interests.

Negotiation Support & Due Diligence Coordination

We provide steadfast support during negotiations and seamlessly coordinate all due diligence efforts.

Strategic Post-Transaction Planning

We help you plan and execute the critical steps necessary to maximize value after the deal closes.

Structured. Defensible. Result-Oriented.

We deliver structured, defensible, and result-oriented solutions for your business.

Initial Diagnosis (CBP 360° Business Assessment)

We start with a comprehensive 360° business assessment to understand your core business and opportunities.

Valuation & Business Plan Validation

We validate your business plan and provide accurate valuations to set realistic expectations.

Investment Narrative & Materials (Teasers, CIM)

We craft compelling investment narratives and prepare high-quality materials like teasers and Confidential Information Memorandums (CIMs).

Investor / Buyer Sourcing & Screening

We meticulously source and screen potential investors or buyers, ensuring the best fit for your objectives.

Deal Execution & Support (Negotiation, DD)

We provide end-to-end support throughout deal execution, including expert negotiation and due diligence coordination.

Post-Deal Integration or Value Plan

We help you develop and implement post-deal integration strategies or value creation plans to maximize long-term success.

Independent boutique. Strategic rigor. Confidential execution.

Strategic + financial integration: we speak both boardroom and balance sheet.
Methodical and data-driven: international standards applied locally.

100% independent: no conflicts of interest.

Readiness for premium clients and deals, even in early stages.

Absolute discretion and confidentiality.

Want to know how much your company is worth? Or whether an acquisition makes sense?

We help founders, investors and boards make better, faster decisions — and get deals done.

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