SME Investment Banks

Interests: I am looking for a high-tech company that generates profits and has room to grow. I make personal investments in firms that are going public.

Background: Direct NASDAQ and New York Stock Exchange listings and institutional funding: Direct listings have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional initial public offerings (IPOs) as the financial landscape continues to shift. A straight public listing offers the company a few appealing advantages. This method, we believe, has the potential to boost the company's growth prospects while also providing a variety of benefits to your shareholders and stakeholders. The traditional IPO process systematically underprices the stock of companies that use it. From 1980 to 2020, companies going through the traditional IPO process have underpriced their stock by an average of 20% and left a collective $200 billion on the table. In 2020 alone was even worse with an average of 48% underpricing and USD 30 billion left on the table. Underwriters and investment banks assist in the sale of stock in a company that is going public, they make substantial purchases at a significant discount for their account and their top customers. However, the shares are often sold by the investment bank at a discount to their genuine value, which has a negative influence on the company's total valuation.

Interests: Things that we look for a company are: 1. Business models. 2. Geographically operations. 3. ESG Factors.

Background: We are an advisory firm assisting in M&A and capital raising. We deal in sectors like energy, technology, medical / healthcare, industrial domains, media / telecommunications, and real estate. We do not charge an upfront fee. We do charge a success fee.

Interests: We are a renowned investment firm actively seeking compelling investment opportunities across a diverse range of industries. Our rigorous investment approach is guided by a comprehensive set of criteria that we meticulously evaluate before making any investment decisions. First and foremost, we seek businesses with strong market potential. This entails identifying industries that are experiencing robust growth, have favorable long-term prospects, and exhibit a sustainable competitive landscape. We carefully analyze market trends, consumer demand, and industry dynamics to identify opportunities that align with our investment strategy. Financial performance is another critical factor we consider. We look for businesses with a solid track record of revenue growth, strong profitability, and healthy cash flow generation. Additionally, we assess key financial metrics such as return on investment, debt levels, and liquidity to ensure the financial stability and sustainability of the business. A capable and visionary management team is essential for the success of any investment. We place significant emphasis on the leadership qualities, industry expertise, and track record of the management team. We seek executives who demonstrate a clear strategic vision, effective decision-making skills, and the ability to execute and adapt to changing market conditions. Furthermore, we actively seek investments that offer attractive growth opportunities. This could include businesses operating in high-growth sectors, those with innovative products or services, or those with the potential to expand into new markets. We analyze market dynamics, competitive positioning, and growth drivers to assess the scalability and long-term potential of the business. Having a well-defined exit strategy is crucial for us as investors. We evaluate potential investments based on their potential for a successful exit, whether through an IPO, merger or acquisition, or strategic partnership. We look for businesses with clear paths to liquidity that can provide substantial returns to our investors. While we maintain a broad investment focus, some sectors that currently pique our interest include technology, healthcare, consumer goods, renewable energy, and sustainable industries. However, we remain open to evaluating opportunities in other sectors that meet our investment criteria. We approach each investment opportunity with thorough due diligence and a commitment to long-term value creation. Our experienced team of investment professionals diligently evaluates potential investments based on these factors to identify opportunities that align with our investment objectives and provide sustainable returns for our investors.

Background: At our firm, we take pride in our direct lending services, catering to a wide range of companies in need of funding. Our firm offers substantial loan amounts, ranging from USD 500,000 up to $50 million, providing businesses with access to significant capital to support their financial endeavors. With our comprehensive suite of funding options, including treasury credit, equipment financing, invoice financing, working capital financing, bridge loans, acquisition financing, and venture capital debt, we ensure that we can address the specific needs of companies across various industries. Our expertise extends to sectors such as manufacturing, technology and communications, logistics and transportation, healthcare, and financial services. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities that companies in these industries face, allowing us to tailor our financial solutions accordingly. Our ultimate goal is to empower businesses to achieve their growth objectives and enhance their overall financial stability.

Interests: Strategic Sale / Acquisitions of small to big-ticket businesses.

Background: RiverBridge Investment Advisors Pvt. Ltd is a financial consulting and investment banking firm with focus on assisting SMEs (small and medium enterprises) to access mainstream capital sources, including venture capital, private equity and strategic investors.

Interests: Assets, invoices, accounts receivables, inventory, real estate / physical assets, and business model will be checked. We have a network base in the US and England hence we are location agnostic.

Background: We are a lending company and have been in the industry for 31 years. We assist in all kinds of financing. The main sectors that we work in oil & gas, manufacturing, transportation, and staffing. Have a funding history of over USD 4.5 billion. There will be no upfront or success fee. Processing and closing fee will be charged.

Interests: I'm looking for any sell side informaiton which Japanese companies might show an interest in.

Background: It is an investment bank listed in TSE. I specialize in cross border M&A advisory. I am a Japanese CPA and provide financial advisory services like a valuation. Established in 1908 having a presence in the US and Asian countries.

Interests: Looking for good business opportunities across any industry in India.

Background: Our consulting unit uses local and global insight to help challenge conventions and develop and deliver strategies that accurately works. We charge advisory fees based on the transaction.

Interests: Business should be a strong niche player, profitable and have a competent management team.

Background: Investment bank specializing in the SME sector mainly in Spain and Portugal. More than 20 years of M&A experience providing M&A advisory to SMEs and private equity consulting. Our advisory fees depend on each mandate. Upfront fees start usually at 10k euros. Our success fee is 5% (with a minimum of 100k euros); the percentage decreases with an increase in the transaction amount.

Interests: Businesses with sustainability, stable cash flow, long term contracts, established in an attractive location, and good corporate governance.

Background: We are an investment banking company and provide financial advisory services for a) debt and equity capital raise, and b) Mergers and Acquisitions. We charge both upfront and success fees.

Interests: Interested in education sector, healthcare and Lending businesses.

Background: - A full service independent Indian investment bank focused on all aspects of the financial services busines- Specialties are: Merchant banking, Indian debt capital markets, project finance, M&As, private equity syndication and infrastructure.

Interests: Businesses having recurring revenues, long-term contracts, and operating in the service or consumer products industry.

Background: I graduated from IIT, ISB and Stanford University. I have 15 years of experience in management consulting and private equity. I have bought and run several businesses across industries. We will not be charging an upfront fee. We will charge a commission from our clients. I am seeking both control and minority investment opportunities.

Interests: Currently working on a buy-side mandate for a client who wants to acquire corrugated boxes, and mono cartons/ printing packaging units anywhere in the West, North, or South India. East India can be considered selectively. Preference is for a running unit. Preferred turnover could be INR15 to INR 20 crores up to INR 60 to 75 crores but the buyer is flexible depending on the potential of the business. Our advisory fee would be 2.5%

Background: I am an independent advisor and work on several buyside and sell-side mandates. I have close to two and a half decades of experience in top tier consulting at a big four consulting firm and also in investment banking. I work on fundraise mandates for startups and on mandates involving SME M&A.

Interests: We are sector agnostic. We would like to know granular details of your company's products/ services, financials and reasons for fundraise / buy / sell.

Background: We are a boutique investment banking firm that provides best in class advisory services for Mergers & Acquisitions, Structured Debt financing, Venture Capital & Private Equity funding for growth-stage companies. Our team comprises of industry experts to provide you with high-quality and nuanced advice for your requirements. We charge upfront and a success fee.

Interests: Sector agnostic. Revenue should be > Rs. 20 Cr.

Background: Avener Capital offers Investment Banking advisory for its clients in the areas of Private Equity fundraising, Mergers & Acquisitions and Structured Finance.

Interests: We look for a minimum deal size of LKR 200 Million.

Background: - With over 22 years of operating history, we are one of the leaders in investment banking, providing a variety of financial products and services in the areas of debt and equity structuring, M&A, and corporate advisory services. - We have expertise in providing corporate advisory services includes corporate and balance sheet restructuring, privatization, diagnostic studies, valuations, and feasibility studies. - We will not be charging an upfront fee. But success and processing fee will be charged.