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As a relationship-centric M&A firm, we work closely with company ownership in a wide variety of industries. In order to help you find the best fit for your acquisition strategy, we aim to obtain a thorough understanding of your criteria. We believe in doing whatever it takes to bring companies together for optimum shared success, and part of that vision includes helping you to best fulfill your strategies for growth. Create or Update Your Buyer Profile

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GLOBAL VIEWS ON M&A TRENDS

No one is more up-to-date on the latest trends in the world of M&A than our experts, and we are eager to share our knowledge. Our compelling webinars give everyone the opportunity to join the conversation and explore topics more in depth. Access industry coverage, hear about market trends, and listen to the viewpoints of global industry players. Browse our upcoming topics now. Browse Webinar Topics Now

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EXPLORE THE MARKET

As an industry-impartial M&A firm, our clients represent a wide range of industries and sectors. We encourage you to look through our Opportunities Portals to see if we have an ideal fit for your strategic plans. These portals are updated frequently, so be sure to check back often to ensure that you don’t miss out on a great prospect. Browse a Selection of Opportunities

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BROWSE UPCOMING EVENTS

Before engaging in the acquisition of a company, you want to be sure that you are acquiring an organisation that checks all the boxes. At our buyer events, acquirers have the opportunity to speak one-on-one with our M&A professionals about their growth strategies. Buyers can see what we have on the market right now and discuss any niche interests they may have. Please join us at one of our upcoming buyer events to learn more about our current engagements and discuss your acquisition criteria. Explore M&A Events

THE MARK

IN-DEPTH M&A INSIGHTS

Every quarter, our award-winning organisation releases the latest edition of our magazine, The Mark. This publication is designed for both clients and potential acquirers and includes articles written by our life-inspired experts on various M&A topics and the latest industry trends. We also share our latest engagements currently on the market, giving you a glimpse of all that we have to offer. The attention to detail in its content and design is a fine example of the meticulous efforts we put into everything we do. Look Inside The Mark
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How COVID-19 Has Impacted Buyer Appetites In The Lower To Middle Market in South Africa
Benchmark International’s industry agnostic approach has proven to be informative during the Covid-19 epidemic. Interest in most of our client base has not declined and we are receiving queries from a wide range of parties.
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Stock Deals Versus Asset Deals
Stock Deal or Asset Deal? Here are some FAQs for first-time buyers who are unsure of how to structure their offer in terms of a deal to buy the equity of the business or the assets of the business.
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How Long Should The Seller Stay On After The Sale
When an individual acquires a business, it may be assumed that the buyer will be taking over the leadership of the company immediately. More than likely, this is not the case.
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Why You Should Consider Buying A Business After Retirement
There are many reasons why you should consider buying a business after retirement.
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The Anatomy Of A Letter Of Intent
Given the importance of an LOI, here are some of the questions we came across when dealing with letters of intent​.
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10 Things About Buying A Business You May Have Not Known
When buying your first business, it’s important to consider these 10 things you may not have known about the acquisition process.
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Get To Know How Benchmark International Clients View Your Questions
If you are experienced in larger markets and are more of a financially orientated, data-driven seller, it could be helpful to consider the following insights from Benchmark International about sellers in the middle market.
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How Long Does It Take To Buy A Company?
Here are 11 frequently asked questions Benchmark International receives​ from first-time buyers about how long it takes to buy a business.
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Do You Really Want a Management Presentation?
Although the middle markets are becoming more sophisticated, and in turn, becoming similar to larger markets, not every tool used in larger markets warrant transplanting, one being a management presentation.
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How Do I, as a Potential First-time Buyer, Value a Business?
As a potential first-time buyer, here are the questions you should consider when assessing the value you might offer on a lower-middle market or middle-market business.
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Acquirer FAQs on Benchmark International's Relationships With Clients
We hope you learn about Benchmark International's relationship with their clients by looking over these most frequently asked questions from acquirers.
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How to Do a Re-trade: 5 Easy Steps
Here are 5 easy steps on how to do a re-trade with mergers and acquisitions.
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6 Ways to Make Your Offers More Successful
We woul​d like to offer a little advice from the sell-side about 6 ways to make your offers more successful and come across in the best possible light.
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What Does Benchmark International Tell Clients in Terms of Timing Expectations?
As a strong set of mutual expectations is productive for​ achieving a closing, we want to give you an idea as to what is happening on our side of the table.
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The Ultimate Checklist For Buying A Business
You should take certain steps when considering the purchase of a company. Use this checklist to help ask the right questions and guide you through the process.
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Benchmark International's Three Key Philosophies for Getting Deals Done
Timing, transparency, and covering the emotional and financial aspects of a deal are Benchmark International's three key philosophies.
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6 Books About Growing A Business That You Should Read
6 Books About Growing A Business That You Should Read
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How Should your MBO be Funded?
If you have decided to embark on an MBO, what funding options are available?
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Why Buy-and-build Strategies Work
If a buy-and-build strategy is executed correctly, a great deal of value can be created when smaller companies are combined under the control of a new company.
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5 Books to Read Before Buying a Business
If you want to buy a business, you'll need advice on where to start, what pitfalls to anticipate. These are some of the most insightful books to read before you decide to buy.