The Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Program
The Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Program is a strategic initiative that provides a bundle of comprehensive advisory services through the M&A Grant for companies to grow, restructure, or exit the market efficiently, and for investors looking for M&A opportunities, creating a more competitive and sustainable ecosystem in Qatar.
What does the program offer?
Phases of the M&A program
Phase I: Initial company evaluation
•Validate goals and agree on project plan/timeline.
•Gather and analyze data, value assets/business, prepare investor presentation, transaction teaser, and list potential buyers.- Phase II:Company listing on the M&A portal
•Contact approved potential buyers.
•Submit counteroffers on behalf of the seller if needed. - Phase III: Negotiating and completing M&A
•Support financial, operational, tax, and legal due diligence.
•Assist seller with buyer interactions, negotiations, deal pricing, and transaction structuring.
•Evaluate binding offers.
•Select legal advisors and support in negotiating the sale and purchase agreement (SPA).
- Notes:
•Either party can terminate the project if deliverables are not agreed upon.
•Progress to the next phase depends on the results of the previous phase, and payments will be made accordingly.
Program Benefits
- Benefits of listing on the M&A portal
- Connect with serious buyers actively searching for opportunities
- Increase visibility and attract multiple bids
- Showcase your business with a detailed profile
- Confidential and secure control of information disclosure
- Expert support through QDB’s advisory services to determine the true value of your business.
Benefits of investing in companies on the M&A portal- Access pre-screened business for acquisition
- Compare and evaluate multiple opportunities before deciding
- Faster search process and smarter deal sourcing
- Expansion-ready investments
Eligibility Criteria
All Qatari companies
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
What are the requirements?
• Valid ID
• Valid CR
• Audited Financial Statements for past year
• Company profile
• Valid CR
• Audited Financial Statements for past year
• Company profile
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What are the eligibility criteria?
• Only the selling shareholder or selling side company is eligible
• This Minha is limited to 1 per CR
• This Minha is limited to 1 per CR
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