THE POWER OF DIRECT ACCESS: WHY 150+ ACQUIRERS TRUST OUR OFF-MARKET NETWORK

A major milestone reveals how the acquisition landscape is transforming-and why sellers benefit from direct buyer access. We’ve reached a significant milestone at Unloq: over 150 active acquirers now rely on our off-market origination network to identify strategic opportunities across diverse sectors-from injection…

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THE 2% PROBLEM: WHY REACTIVE BUYERS ALWAYS LOSE OUT

Here’s the uncomfortable truth about M&A: if you’re waiting for deals to come to you, you’re fighting over scraps. At any given moment, only 2% of businesses are actively for sale. That means 98% of potential acquisition targets are invisible…

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THE IN-HOUSE EXECUTION ADVANTAGE

The best deals aren’t won in boardrooms, they’re won in the trenches of execution. Yet most acquirers are fighting a two-front war: hunting for targets while simultaneously trying to close them. It’s like asking a surgeon to perform operations while…

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CROSS BORDER ACQUISITIONS: AN EFFICIENT APPROACH

Expanding into a new country is like exploring uncharted territory-you need to scout the landscape before you build your base camp. Most acquirers do it backwards. They hire country managers, set up offices, and engage local advisors before they even…

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GETTING THE RIGHT FIT REALISES SUCCESSFUL INORGANIC GROWTH

Inorganic growth isn’t just about acquiring any business, it’s about acquiring the right business. The kind that strengthens your position, fits your strategy, and integrates cleanly. Without the right fit, even the most promising acquisition can become a costly distraction.…

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FINDING THE SWEET SPORT IN OFF-MARKET ACQUISITION

For acquirers – whether private equity firms, trade buyers, or first-time entrepreneurs the success of a deal often hinges on what happens before the negotiation even begins. The challenge isn’t just finding businesses for sale; it’s identifying the right businesses,…

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THE EUROPEAN M&A ADVANTAGE: WHY OFF-MARKET IS THE NEW ON-MARKET

The acquirers winning in European M&A aren’t bidding harder – they’re bidding differently. While most PE firms and corporates chase the same broker-listed opportunities, a select group has quietly built competitive advantage through systematic off-market origination. They’ve cracked the code…

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A STRATEGIC GUIDE TO A SUCCESSFUL ACQUISITION STRATEGY

For acquirers seeking genuine competitive advantage, success hinges on accessing quality targets before they appear in auction processes. While on-market opportunities grab headlines, the most strategic acquisitions emerge from systematic off-market origination: a disciplined approach that requires specialised expertise and…

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IS THERE A FITTING BUSINESS FOR SALE NEAR ME?

“Can I find a suitable business for sale near me?” is an easy question which often leads to a complicated answer. This is a prime example. With a question like this, there are some immediate questions: In practice, some business…

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BUYING A BUSINESS THIS YEAR? GAIN A COMPETITIVE EDGE

Buying a business can take a significant amount of time. If you begin the process now, it is likely that you will complete an acquisition towards the end of 2024 or early 2025. With this in mind, you need to…

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If You Want Ideal Flow Let’s Talk

There is only so much you can tell from reviewing our website, the best way to explore is to have a short meeting with one of our team.

Unloq the Numbers

1:5

For every 1
target approached
we analyse at least
5 companies

2%

Only 2% of
companies are
for sale at
any one time

40%

On average 40%
of business owners
we contact are
Interested in meeting

100%

All the companies
acquired through us
are still trading or
part of a successful group

2/3rds

Of the business owners
we reach, 2/3rds
are interested in
exploring the approach

90%

Over 90% of the
transactions we
completed were
off market

15+

We are currently originating
in over 15 countries
for cross-border
work for clients

20

20 Introductions
with the right businesses
will lead to a great
fitting acquisition

If You Want Ideal Flow Let’s Talk

There is only so much you can tell from reviewing our website, the best way to explore is to have a short meeting with one of our team.

Unloq the Numbers

1:5

For every 1
target approached
we analyse at least
5 companies

2%

Only 2% of
companies are
for sale at
any one time

40%

On average 40%
of business owners
we contact are
Interested in meeting

100%

All the companies
acquired through us
are still trading or
part of a successful group

2/3rds

Of the business owners
we reach, 2/3rds
are interested in
exploring the approach

90%

Over 90% of the
transactions we
completed were
off market

15+

We are currently originating
in over 15 countries
for cross-border
work for clients

20

20 Introductions
with the right businesses
will lead to a great
fitting acquisition

M&A Insights and Latest Trends

THE POWER OF DIRECT ACCESS: WHY 150+ ACQUIRERS TRUST OUR OFF-MARKET NETWORK
THE POWER OF DIRECT ACCESS: WHY 150+ ACQUIRERS TRUST OUR OFF-MARKET NETWORK
THE 2% PROBLEM: WHY REACTIVE BUYERS ALWAYS LOSE OUT
THE 2% PROBLEM: WHY REACTIVE BUYERS ALWAYS LOSE OUT
THE IN-HOUSE EXECUTION ADVANTAGE
THE IN-HOUSE EXECUTION ADVANTAGE
CROSS BORDER ACQUISITIONS: AN EFFICIENT APPROACH
CROSS BORDER ACQUISITIONS: AN EFFICIENT APPROACH
GETTING THE RIGHT FIT REALISES SUCCESSFUL INORGANIC GROWTH
GETTING THE RIGHT FIT REALISES SUCCESSFUL INORGANIC GROWTH
FINDING THE SWEET SPORT IN OFF-MARKET ACQUISITION
FINDING THE SWEET SPORT IN OFF-MARKET ACQUISITION
THE EUROPEAN M&A ADVANTAGE: WHY OFF-MARKET IS THE NEW ON-MARKET
THE EUROPEAN M&A ADVANTAGE: WHY OFF-MARKET IS THE NEW ON-MARKET
A STRATEGIC GUIDE TO A SUCCESSFUL ACQUISITION STRATEGY
A STRATEGIC GUIDE TO A SUCCESSFUL ACQUISITION STRATEGY

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