Finance Monthly - M&A Awards 2022

40 www.finance-monthly.com Firm Profile Ludwig & Co. is a dynamic corporate finance advisory firm. Since its formation in 2012, we act as an entirely independent adviser. Our clients can expect advisory services of highest quality and excellent process management. Our services focus on: Advice on Mergers & Acquisitions Advice on capital market issues Sourcing and structuring of Equity and Debt investments Financial Restructuring Our experienced team of corporate finance and private equity specialists can build on an excellent track record of successful transactions. In addition, we have access to numerous corporations, banks, financial sponsors, and family offices worldwide. Our Services Mergers & Acquisitions • Search and identification of acquisition targets/potential investors • Preparation of the transaction documents (NDA, Teaser, Info Memo, and Management Presentations) • Structuring and implementation of the entire M&A process • Comprehensive valuation of the identified target companies/ assets • Business plan review/plausibility check • State-of-the-art financial modeling • Support in negotiation tactics • Financial, market, management, commercial and „social“ due diligence • Post-merger integration management Debt • In-depth analysis of the financing structure (debt capacity) • Development of a suitable financing structure • Sourcing of debt • Preparation of the transaction documents (Banking Book) • Treasury support • Rating analyses Equity • Analysis and identification of the financial requirements • Search and identification of suitable investor circles (strategic investors, financial investors, family offices, high net worth individuals or alternative investors) • Analysis of the capital market climate • Sourcing of equity • Comprehensive valuation of identified target companies/assets • Smooth implementation of the transaction Thomas C. Ludwig E: thomas.ludwig@ludwig.co Hendrik Becker E: hendrik.becker@ludwig.co INVESTMENT BANKING FIRM OF THE YEAR Finance Monthly M&A Awards 2022. GERMANY

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