M&A
Supporting clients make sound investment decisions in networking, digital infrastructure, and software
Validating investment decisions
New digital infrastructure markets are not easy to navigate; software, hardware and networking are converging and diverging to disrupt existing ecosystems. At STL Partners, we combine our methodical approach with deep sector expertise to support corporate clients, private equity and start-ups/scale-ups. We leverage our practice area resources in domains such as edge computing, networks (fixed and wireless) and private networks. We can provide our clients with credible support throughout the transaction lifecycle, from identifying potential investment targets to commercial due diligence .
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M&A strategy
M&A strategy
- New market strategy: we help kickstart your investment strategy in a new market by building a deep understanding and accelerating the target identification process
- Masterclasses and workshops fast-track investors’ understanding of new technologies (e.g. edge computing, private mobile networks)
Acquisition scan
Acquisition scan
- Acquisition scans to provide an initial view of potential companies to invest in based on pre-agreed evaluation criteria
- Business case & financials: we assess potential targets for strategic fit and create a business case and standalone valuation to underpin a Letter of Intent
Commercial due diligence
Commercial due diligence
- We support clients on both buy-side and sell-side commercial due diligence, by assessing the market landscape, competitive dynamics, and customers, reviewing the business plan and operations, and developing a forward-looking value creation plan
- We use a unique combination of STL Partners’ existing tools, forecasts and deep expertise in core digital infrastructure domains, such as edge computing, and strong relationships with key contacts across relevant sectors
