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As we prepare to take a break over the festive season, our sector dashboards have arrived a little early this month 💸    We’ve packed these dashboards with the latest data and trends, showing you exactly what companies in your sector are selling for this month.     At the end of each dashboard, you’ll find our sector leads – please reach out to them if you’d like to discuss M&A opportunities in your sector.    Link in the first comment. 👇 Sharon Doyle, Brad Shaw, Mark Steinhardt, Anuk Manchanda, CFA, CPA, Shaun Conroy FAICD FGIA CA, Derek Thomson GAICDAndrew Wheeler #AchieveMore #MergersandAcquisitions #MandA

Last Friday, our team headed to Tamborine Mountain for our annual Christmas offsite – and it was nothing short of epic.    Our first adventure took us to the Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk where we experienced walking through the rainforest on steel-structured and cantilever bridges, perched 300 metres above the ground. It was definitely a test to see who among us wasn’t afraid of heights.    For the rest of the afternoon, we headed to the local winery and distillery for wine and gin tastings, followed by a well-deserved team lunch. As we savoured the delicious array of food and drinks, we kicked off our Dirty Secret Santa gift exchange. The quirky gifts and the thrill of stealing brought plenty of laughter and added a fun touch to our day together.     And to wrap up the day, we made our way to the Scenic Rim for a group photo, marking the perfect end to a truly unforgettable day.     But, of course, no celebration would be complete without our Annual Employee Awards. Congratulations to this year’s winners:    🔷 The Paul Rogers Deal of the Year Award: Michael Kakanis, PhD, CFA and Sharon Doyle for the EyeQ transaction. A well-deserved nod for all your hard work.     🔷 The Most Awesome Employee Award: Both Athanasia Christodoulou and Lucy Clarke came in tie, reflecting their incredible contributions and career development throughout the year.     🔷 The InterFinancial Values Award: Tahlia Micallef for living and breathing our core values every day.    🔷 The Fourth Award (a fun and humorous tradition): Also goes to Tahlia Micallef because when you’re that amazing, one award just isn’t enough!    P.S. A big shout to our superstar Natalie Knight for organising the entire trip. So, there you go. Here’s to a year of joyful and memorable moments like these. From all of us at InterFinancial, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.     We’ll see you in 2025! 

Are Australian dealmakers ready for Trump 2.0?    With president-elect Trump making a comeback, the ripple effects of his policies are bound to reach Australian shores. So, what does this mean for us?     In this blog, our CEO Brad Shaw gives his takes on the potential opportunities and challenges that may arise in Trump’s next term, and its influences on the local M&A landscape.     From potential trade tensions and inflationary pressures to cross-border opportunities, there’s plenty for dealmakers to consider. Read on to find out.     Link in comments 👇 

When determination meets the art of building long-term connections, you get Andrew Wheeler, of course!    Ten years ago, Andrew joined InterFinancial, bringing with him a clear vision, years of financial experience, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact on clients during some of their most important transitions.     In this blog, we sit with Andrew to hear his reflections on his journey with us and the key skills that have shaped his M&A career.    Congratulations, Andrew! Here’s to another decade of success. 🎉    👇 Link in the first comment.  

What happens when a giant economy starts shifting?    For China, the impact of slowed growth, geopolitical tensions with the West and demographic shifts are sure to send ripple effects across capital markets and influence M&A activity in different industries.     Here are the emerging key trends we’re seeing these past months:     🔷Sluggish IPO market with P2P (“public-to-private") buyout deals attracting interest  🔷️The property market crisis continues since the pandemic   🔷 In healthcare, Western MNCs are moving away from non-core assets, while both domestic and foreign players explore innovative therapies and joint venture collaborations  🔷 Tech and AI investments continue to attract strong interest, especially in the EV battery production space Our China Desk expert, Hongye (Jenny) Zeng, CFA reveals it all in her blog post, covering the measures and potential M&A opportunities over the next 6 to 12 months. Don’t miss her key insights!    Link in the first comment below 👇 

Our new sector dashboards are here! 🚀    We’ve packed these dashboards with the latest data and trends, showing you exactly what companies in your sector are selling for this month.      At the end of each dashboard, you’ll find our sector leads – please reach out to them if you’d like to discuss M&A opportunities in your sector.    Link in the first comment.  Sharon Doyle Brad Shaw Mark Steinhardt Anuk Manchanda, CFA, CPA Andrew Wheeler Michael Kakanis, PhD, CFA Shaun Conroy FAICD FGIA CA Derek Thomson #AchieveMore #MergersandAcquisitions #MandA

Ever wondered what a natural ability for maths can lead to?    For Director Anuk Manchanda, CFA, CPA, it took him from engineering in India to closing M&A deals here in Australia.     In our latest employee Q&A, Anuk opens up about his journey, how his passion for numbers has shaped his career, and the key lessons he picked up along the way.     As someone with over a decade of experience in the industry, Anuk believes that good communication and anticipating issues are the ‘secret sauce’ for thriving in the M&A world.     Take a moment to read what gets Anuk out of bed every morning – you might just find some inspiration. Link in the comments 👇

Is your business ready for its big moment? ✨   Imagine having the foresight to prep your business for a future capital raise or sale. While we can’t offer a crystal ball, we do have the next best thing: decades of experience that can transform average outcomes into exceptional ones.     In our latest blog post, we share the top 5 investor priorities and our Investment Ready Pathway – a 12-month pathway designed to boost your business valuation and get you deal-ready.     Check out the full post (link below) and learn how Director Shaun Conroy FAICD FGIA CA’s ‘investor lens’ focus can help your business achieve the best valuation possible. https://lnkd.in/gyspCw_K

Our new sector dashboards are here! 🚀    We’ve packed these dashboards with the latest data and trends, showing you exactly what companies in your sector are selling for this month.      At the end of each dashboard, you’ll find our sector leads – please reach out to them if you’d like to discuss M&A opportunities in your sector.    Link in the first comment.     Sharon Doyle Brad Shaw Mark Steinhardt Anuk Manchanda, CFA, CPA Andrew Wheeler Michael Kakanis, PhD, CFA Shaun Conroy FAICD FGIA CA Derek Thomson   #AchieveMore #MergersandAcquisitions #MandA 

Shareholders of leading Australian cash management business ‘cash-in’ via sale to a technology-focused innovative global player.💸     We’re pleased to have acted as the lead adviser to Consillion on its 100% sale to Sesami.    Consillion is known for providing a broad range of cash automation solutions and has been at the forefront of transforming how businesses manage cash across APAC and Europe.     Its acquisition by Sesami, a division of GardaWorld, an AI-driven smart cash management platform that simplifies cash management activities for consumer businesses, marks an exciting new venture for the combined entity.     Together with Sesami’s size and global expertise, and Consillion’s strong APAC presence, they are set to lead innovative advancements in the automated cash management solutions space.     Congratulations to everyone who worked on this transaction. We’re truly proud to have advised Consillion on a successful outcome.     Sharon Doyle Anuk Manchanda, CFA, CPA   #Consillion #Sesami #DefinedByYourSuccess #MergersandAcquisitions