Corporate Finance Advisory
We believe in intimately understanding our client’s long-term strategic objectives with the intent to unlock sustainable value creation. This is achieved by leveraging our corporate finance experience and sector expertise to successfully execute mergers, acquisitions, disposals and restructurings on behalf of our clients.
Some of the benefits
Growth capital
Transform your business through the introduction of financial, trade and/or empowered investors
Value realisation
Create liquidity through our structuring and transactional capabilities for wealth diversification
Optimise capital structure
Unlock business value and returns through efficient and tailored capital structuring
Acquisition advisory
Get expert valuation, negotiation, and funding support for acquisitions
Partner with us
Working with the advisory team is collaborative and seamless, and each solution is bespoke. We will manage every aspect of the transaction to ensure your primary focus is running your business.
WHY STANDARD BANK?
Leading advisory and award-winning franchise
In today's volatile markets, navigating complex financial decisions and charting a course for sustainable growth requires expert guidance.
OUR SCALE IS YOUR BENEFIT
As Africa’s largest bank, the Standard Bank Group’s Corporate Finance Advisory team offers unparalleled value and reach. Our approach ensures seamless execution, minimises risk exposure, and unlocks the long-term value inherent in your organisation.
We leverage our presence in 20 countries across the continent to forge partnerships and identify buyers and sellers throughout Sub-Saharan Africa – and address capital requirements through our wide network of financial capital providers and strategic associates.
Partner with us to achieve your strategic vision and growth objectives.
WHAT YOU GET
Tailored solutions that facilitate sustainable value creation
- Mergers, Acquisitions and Disposals Advisory: End-to-end deal advisory and execution services for mergers, acquisitions, and disposals
- Capital Structuring: In-depth capital structure analysis to optimise the company’s cost of capital and enhance financial returns
- Equity Capital Raise: Facilitating capital raising to support future growth and strategic initiatives
- Empowerment Transactions: Guiding through BEE requirements to enhance B-BBEE status and address ownership needs, leveraging growth opportunities.
GET IN TOUCH
Ready to begin the discussion?
For more information, kindly contact your Relationship Manager or email us at Raven.Moodley2@standardbank.co.za
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WHAT YOU GET
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GET IN TOUCH
Tailored solutions that facilitate sustainable value creation
- Mergers, Acquisitions and Disposals Advisory: End-to-end deal advisory and execution services for mergers, acquisitions, and disposals
- Capital Structuring: In-depth capital structure analysis to optimise the company’s cost of capital and enhance financial returns
- Equity Capital Raise: Facilitating capital raising to support future growth and strategic initiatives
- Empowerment Transactions: Guiding through BEE requirements to enhance B-BBEE status and address ownership needs, leveraging growth opportunities.
Ready to begin the discussion?
For more information, kindly contact your Relationship Manager or email us at Raven.Moodley2@standardbank.co.za
BCB Advisory - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is BCB Corporate Finance Advisory?
BCB Corporate Finance Advisory is a specialist team within Standard Bank’s Business and Commercial Banking division that offers tailored solutions for businesses seeking strategic initiatives that ultimately maximise shareholder value through corporate actions, financial planning and decision-making.
Who can benefit from BCB Advisory Services?
- Businesses across a wide range of industry segments across different stages of a business can benefit from our range of services serving the strategic requirements of our clients.
- For example, if you are considering options for growth and diversification, we can assist with capital raising, valuation, structuring for growth and M&A support.
- In the event business owners are considering an exit or partial exit, we assist with valuation, succession planning, sale preparation, sourcing an investor and/or buyer whilst project managing the entire process.
What services does BCB Corporate Finance Advisory offer?
We offer a range of strategic and financial services designed to help our clients grow, restructure, acquire, or exit successfully. Our key services include:
- Buy-side advisory – identifying targets, valuing businesses, raising requisite funds and negotiating deals.
- Sell-side advisory – Preparing a business for sale, marketing to buyers, efficient structuring, navigating through complex legal agreements and maximising value for exiting shareholders.
- Strategic review – Independent assessments of company value for transactions, or strategic planning.
- Capital structure advisory – structuring an efficient and optimal mix of debt and equity funding to ensure enhanced profitability and returns.
- Strategic equity partner – private equity or permanent equity investors to bring growth capital, strategic value and professionalisation.
- Strategic financial advice – long-term planning, growth strategy, financial modelling, and market entry support.
- Management buyouts (MBOs) and buy-ins (MBIs) – structuring and financing deals for management teams or external investors to acquire businesses.
- Empowerment transactions – assisting shareholders plan and execute an effective BEE transaction. We have access to a wide range of highly successful empowered investors that understand entrepreneurial culture, family values and legacy.
- Exit & succession planning – helping owners plan and execute an effective exit or leadership transition.
What is the process for engaging BCB Corporate Finance Advisory?
We encourage businesses to reach out to the team via their relationship manager or directly to the BCB Corporate Finance Advisory team. The first interaction will be an introductory discussion to fully understand the business’ and shareholder’s needs following which we will conduct a detailed assessment and prepare a proposal with strategic options.
How does BCB Corporate Finance Advisory ensure the confidentiality of client information?
BCB Corporate Finance Advisory is a team that operates independently from the general banking teams and as such required to operate with the strictest of confidentiality protocols which include information barriers. Our internal governance ensure that we maintain our clients’ integrity and protect against conflicts of interest.
What sets BCB Corporate Finance Advisory apart from its competitors?
BCB Corporate Finance Advisory has an unwavering commitment to our client’s success, delivered through a deeply personalised approach and a team of exceptional professionals who bring insight, integrity, and excellence to every engagement. We also leverage the power of the Standard Bank Group to deliver the wide range of services, products, and networks the Group has to offer.
How can I contact BCB Corporate Finance Advisory for more information?
You can contact BCB Corporate Finance Advisory by visiting our website, filling out the contact form, or send an email to raven.moodley2@standardbank.co.za. Our team is ready to assist you with any enquiries or to schedule a consultation.