Biscuit Manufacturing Investment Banking Firms in Lebanon

Interests: We are looking to invest in businesses which have a minimum 5 year operating P&L Balance sheet, which has a good potential for growth and require the much needed Equity capital to infuse in their business. We do not provide any kind of loans.

Background: We are working into the Technology and Telecom space.

Interests: Established and proven business with more than 10 years of operations with recurring and new customers. Other factors. - Capable management and staff in place. - Existing management and employees can continue to run the business without interference. - Consistently high pre-tax profit margins. - Positive cashflow. - Scalable businesses. - Ideally in manufacturing & technology but open to other sectors as well. - Retiring business owners with succession plan in place.

Background: Been working internationally on global engineering projects for past 18+ years. I hold executive MBAs from two of the top universities in the world NUS (National University of Singapore) and UCLA (University of California, Los Angeles). I am looking to invest in solid businesses in South East Asia and South Asia primarily but open to rest of world through my JV partners.

Interests: We are interested in acquiring a company as part of our expansions plans. The factors we consider are either opportunistic or dependent on the country/business group's expansion strategy.

Background: We are a diversified group with interests in the several sectors across Asia. We are leading in the Asia Pacific region.

Interests: Planning to diversify our business further. Already invested & management control in 65+ Companies World Wide.

Background: Private Investment Arm of Qatar Royal Family Members. We also offer Business Advisory Services.

Interests: We are open to partnership or to buy.

Background: I am a business owner. I own a trading company. We have experience in civil works and building construction. Interested in investment opportunities.

Interests: £1m-£5m EBITDA. Up to £20m revenue. High recurring revenue / order book. Track record of strong cash conversion. >10% EBITDA margins. Strong middle management. Sustainable competitive advantage. Niche market leader (or 2nd in market) Identifiable moat. Growth potential. Growing market. Fragmented market. Simple business model. High barriers to entry. Low technological risk. Motivated vendor e. g. looking to exit / retire. Willing to consult for a period post completion. Never been owned by private equity. Conscious of maintaining legacy.

Background: Worked with the team that grew a family business in healthcare from $900 million in revenue to $2.5 billion within 5 years (corporate finance, financial planning, fund raising, acquisition, integration and innovation). Currently advising large organizations and governments in GCC on strategy and transformation. Passionate about solving problems through business, innovating to create impact, and creating value via new solutions.

Interests: We first look at the industry and region before proceeding with any investment. The business should be in the Middle East, as we have good connections in these regions. A scalable business with a great turnover and decent bottom line figures. A strong management is preferable and looking to invest as majority shareholders.

Background: We are a well-established investment firm grasping on opportunities mostly in the Middle East region. However, we do have an international presence in around 3 different continents. We have a team specialized in different industries and are currently operating in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain.

Interests: We are looking to invest, buy out, or partner with an existing profitable business/business idea. We are open to all industries, however, our focus will be FMCG, mining, and energy.

Background: We are a group of companies with a family office based in Dubai, UAE. We plan on partnering with businesses in different locations and would like the existing management to take care of the business.

Interests: Expand business in multiple sectors in Asia, Europe and India. I am looking for EPC contractor registered in ADNOC and Saudi Aramco.

Background: I am the director of a machinery equipment firm. We manufacture of machinery and equipment. We have offices in India and the UAE.

Interests: Good management, sustainable business with operating profit margin of more than 15%, growth YoY +5%, regional base in south central US, or southwest US, good customer base, transparent financials, proper tax payment verification, disclosure on all liabilities, both current and outstanding.

Background: A $1 billion Japanese company with US headquarters in North Carolina and approximately 5,000 employees. We have a worldwide network.

Interests: Important factors would be price, investment conditions, credibility, reliability, access to information, due diligence.

Background: Advisory business based in Kuala Lumpur. We have been operational since 1996 and offer a wide range of consulting services. We are representing investors and funds interested in various industries and assets in Asia-Pacific. We do not charge an upfront fee. We will be charging a success fee which would be dependent on the transaction.

Interests: Serious businesses who wish to set up or expand internationally.

Background: We hand hold companies who wish to set up businesses internationally.

Interests: We have clients who are searching for opportunities across Asia. We help them with M&A options.

Background: Trader of scrap products. Also operating an agro product import-export vertical. We are also engaged in providing financial support on a small scale. We deal in healthcare, real estate, and F&B. We will not be charging any upfront fees.

Interests: Joint Venture Investment Proposal. Purposes for Establishing a JV. - Leveraging business Resource. - Exploiting Capabilities and Expertise. - Sharing Liabilities and Responsibilities. - Market Access. - Flexible Business Diversification. Contributions by incoming JV Partner. - To look after / Enhance cash flow of manufacturer by way of bridging the working capital gap. - To avail the funds to meet the working capital for new orders, production, salary, miscellaneous payouts, and admin cost etc. - To reduce the finance cost thereby increasing profitability. - To infuse investment and optimize operating cycle, reduce working capital loans or bank borrowings in future to help SME entrepreneur to reduce collateral pledge or mortgage against high-interest debts. - Manufacturer’s core competency is making his products whereas this joint venture allows him to limit his exposure, just to sales and focus its resources using the prompt manufacturing methods which will increase productivity. - Manufacturer hand-overs all worries to joint partner to deal with customers, shipping or transportation or customs issues, handling the trade-related laws etc. - Provide Access to new Markets and sale product. - optimize funds flow without repayment interest and deadlines headaches. Profits. - Profits will be shared by 50-50 in-between SME Manufacturer and incoming JV partner. Expenses of the venture. - All expenses incurred by the SME manufacturer while a business operation like Raw material purchases, interest, salaries, admin cost etc. during the period of the Venture, be paid by the Joint Venturer on demand. Joint Venture Term. - 3 years from effective date. Target joint venture business sector. -Purely in the manufacturing sector of specialty chemicals, pharmaceutical, textile, garment. Target business enterprise. - Only SME having a top line of Rs. 100cr and below. - SSI or SME exporter or domestic player. Joint venture Investment Criteria. - The manufacturer must not be a bank defaulter. - Healthy EBITDA above 25% - There must be creditworthy customers. - SME, MSME and SSI units are preferred. - Topline must be below 100cr. - Product must be regular demand in nature. - SME / MSME must agree to share 50:50 profit ratio. Joint Investment size. - Mini 5 – 10crs per MSME company (exposure is revolving in nature) * no. of the trade cycle. - Investment exposure level will be decided based on the monthly working capital needs of each company.

Background: We are into three business verticals i. e pharmaceuticals, Chemicals and Garment & apparel based in Mumbai with global presence.

Interests: Last year's financial statement & production capacities or the scope of products offered.

Background: I am the director of a minerals processing company and we have plans for business expansion. We are open to making investments in India as well as in a few other countries. We will only be interested in the full acquisition of the business.