Achromic Point

The next drivers of strategic M&A

As the M&A market begins its ascent following a challenging 2022-23, discussion on current deal environment (valuation and pricing), the themes driving M&A activity in 2024 and how to successfully navigate a deal process in the current environment.

Understanding confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreements in M&A

Navigating the Indian & Cross Border M&A Landscape- Converting risk into opportunity

The discussion will focus on key challenges which clients and their advisers face executing M&A deals in the current climate, consider strategies for addressing a variety of deal-related uncertainties to enhance and create value and provide a range of insights – from the investment bank, legal and broader advisory perspectives – on the outlook for dealmaking in 2024.

From the need to comply with disparate FDI regimes around the globe, to a more interventionist approach from antitrust regulators, ever increasing sanctions, compliance and cyber risks, and the continuing proliferation of ESG and other regulation, the landscape for undertaking global deals has never been more complex. The key risks that can arise in cross-border M&A and how best to navigate the challenges involved.

§  The Impact of FDI Laws and Corporate Restructuring

§  Valuation and Transactions Terms you MUST Include

§  Win-Win Deal Structure

o   Dive into the nuts and bolts of putting together an M&A deal that meets the strategic objectives of all parties, with the latest on earnouts, ESOPs, and more.

o   Putting the deal in Writing

Comprehending the current taxation structure and its implication on M&A deal

Managing complex due diligence processes in a challenging market

The discussion will help in identify the current issues and challenges during the due diligence preparation phase in M&A transactions. In this panel, we explain how to make the process work for you, as a buyer or a seller, how to avoid common mistakes and keep control of the M&A due diligence process.

·         Financial Due Diligence

·         Legal Due Diligence

·         People Diligence

·         Managing Investor Communication

·         ESG

Structuring and Implementing Multi-Jurisdictional M&A Transactions

·         Selecting and managing outside counsel; role of the inside counsel

·         Exclusivity versus open auctions

·         Negotiation tactics

·         Regulatory issues – including increased regulatory scrutiny, plus pre-conditions: pre-merger clearance, licensing and key operating permits

·         Effective due diligence in international M&A