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Financial Due Diligence

Getting informed to make a better decision

At Afianza we accompany companies in the acquisition, sale, investment and financing processes through a rigorous financial analysis that allows them to know in depth the real situation of the business. We evaluate the main economic and financial indicators, identify risks, analyze possible contingencies and provide an objective vision that facilitates decision-making at every stage of the operation.

Having a specialized service from Due Diligence Financiera is essential to reduce uncertainty, strengthen negotiation processes and have reliable information before closing a transaction. This analysis allows validating the quality of the results, reviewing the elements that can affect the company’s valuation and anticipating possible economic risks, offering a solid basis for dealing with corporate transactions with greater guarantees.

Our Due Diligence and Transaction Advice Services

Due diligence purchase (buy-side)

We analyze the financial situation of the acquiring company, paying special attention to aspects such as results, debt, working capital, cash flows, contingencies and major risk…

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We analyze the financial situation of the acquiring company, paying special attention to aspects such as results, debt, working capital, cash flows, contingencies and major risk areas. Our work helps buyers make informed decisions and support valuation and negotiation processes.

Due diligence de venta (vendor due diligence)

We produce independent financial reports for sales processes, identifying and anticipating the most relevant issues before going to market. We contribute to structure more efficient and…

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We produce independent financial reports for sales processes, identifying and anticipating the most relevant issues before going to market. We contribute to structure more efficient and competitive processes, reducing the uncertainty of potential buyers and contributing greater credibility to financial information.

Results quality analysis (QoE)

We analyze the recurrence, sustainability and quality of the company’s historical results. We identify non-recurring items, accounting adjustments, perimeter changes and other relevant factors to determine…

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We analyze the recurrence, sustainability and quality of the company’s historical results. We identify non-recurring items, accounting adjustments, perimeter changes and other relevant factors to determine the normalized result and understand the real performance of the business.

Net debt review and working capital

We review the net debt, cash position, working capital and those items with similar debt treatment that can influence the price of the transaction. Our analysis…

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We review the net debt, cash position, working capital and those items with similar debt treatment that can influence the price of the transaction. Our analysis allows us to evaluate definitions, determine standard levels and identify possible economic adjustments.

Standardisation of EBITDA

We identify and quantify the adjustments necessary to obtain a recurrent and comparable EBITDA. We analyze non-recurrent revenue and expenditure, perimeter changes, accounting criteria, extraordinary items…

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We identify and quantify the adjustments necessary to obtain a recurrent and comparable EBITDA. We analyze non-recurrent revenue and expenditure, perimeter changes, accounting criteria, extraordinary items and other elements that may distort the interpretation of operating performance.

Revision of the business plan and financial projections

We evaluate the consistency of financial projections in relation to historical performance, operational assumptions, key indicators and the market environment. This analysis allows us to assess…

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We evaluate the consistency of financial projections in relation to historical performance, operational assumptions, key indicators and the market environment. This analysis allows us to assess the reasonableness of the business plan and determine its usefulness in investment or financing processes.

Financial assistance in the economic clauses of the SPA

We provide technical support in the definition and revision of the financial clauses of the sales contract. We work on aspects such as net debt, working…

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We provide technical support in the definition and revision of the financial clauses of the sales contract. We work on aspects such as net debt, working capital, completion accounts, Locked Box mechanisms, early-outs and price adjustments. Our goal is to reduce the economic risks associated with the negotiation and closing of the transaction.

This helps companies make safer decisions:

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We analyze the financial situation of the company in an integral way to identify risks, contingencies and aspects that may affect the operation.

(02)

We contrast financial information with the historical performance of the business to assess the strength, recurrence and sustainability of its results.

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We reviewed the main indicators that influence valuation, such as net debt, cash, working capital or EBITDA, identifying possible adjustments and deviations.

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We evaluate the consistency of business plans and financial projections, analyzing the assumptions on which they are based and their alignment with the operational reality and the market environment.

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We identify and quantify non-recurring or extraordinary elements that may distort the interpretation of the company's financial performance.

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We accompany our customers throughout the process, providing technical and financial support to facilitate negotiation, reduce uncertainty and encourage informed decision-making.