Diversified Companies and Wieland Capital

In many industries, the tendency to refocus on core competencies continues, with many larger corporations considering divesting non-core activities.

Under which circumstances could it make sense to have a confidential conversation with Wieland Capital?

The subsidiary has revenues in the magnitude of Euro 5 to 75 million and a sustainable existing or near-term achievable EBIT (Earnings before Interest and Tax) of at least Euro 1 million, and

• no longer fits the core business
• may have a need for investment - profitable growth opportunities cannot be exploited because overriding corporate interests prohibit the sourcing of necessary expansion capital
• may be in need of a restructuring - where a turnaround can be better implemented outside of the parent company and public scrutiny
• binds excessive management capacity at the level of the holding company
• should be divested without allowing a competitor to reap critical competitive advantages from the sales process
• operates independently from its parent company

The process of a company sale is described in more detail here... [ more ]

The sale to a financial investor presents certain advantages in comparison to other sale alternatives (trade sale to a competitor, initial public offering)... [ more ]

For further information, we are at your disposal for a personal meeting. Absolute discretion is assured, and will be affirmed through the signing of a confidentiality agreement.