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We are your partner for M&A and fundraising in the Digital Services & Platforms sector

Example transactions:

We are your partner for M&A and fundraising in the Digital Services & Platforms sector

Example transactions

Our subsectors in the area of Digital Services & Platforms

Digital Publishing

Digital media platforms and innovative entertainment services.

This sector includes digital streaming services such as Netflix and Spotify, digital publishing platforms and specialized content platforms for areas such as health, lifestyle and technology, as well as online gaming platforms.

EdTech and eLearning

Platforms for digital learning content and solutions for personalized learning

Technologies, applications and platforms that support and improve teaching and learning, such as digital learning platforms, massive open online courses (MOOCs), learning management systems (LMS), interactive teaching materials and apps.

FitTech and HealthTech

Digital solutions for sports and health

Technologies and services for the digital provision of healthcare services, improved access to care and data-driven healthcare solutions such as telemedicine, health apps, wearables and electronic health records (EHR).

Social Media

Platforms and solutions for digital networking and interaction.

Social networks such as Facebook and LinkedIn, messaging services such as WhatsApp and Telegram, as well as content sharing platforms such as YouTube and TikTok, but also sub-solutions geared towards these platforms such as specialized plugins and add-ins.

Fintech and digital payment services

Digitalized financial services and payment models

Platforms and technologies for the digital mapping of financial transactions, such as online banking, online brokers, mobile payment, cryptocurrencies and blockchain-based services.

Online Marketplaces

Digital marketplaces and targeted lead generation

Online marketplaces that simplify the trading of goods and services, as well as specialized job boards and lead generation models for more precise, data-based targeting.

AdTech

Technology-supported advertising measures and performance marketing

Digital advertising technologies and solutions to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of advertising campaigns such as programmatic advertising, search engine marketing (SEM) including pay-per-click (PPC), social media marketing and affiliate marketing

Cloud Services and IT Infrastructure

Scalable IT resources and global networking

Provision of IT infrastructures for companies, e.g. cloud computing solutions, platform as a service (PaaS), web hosting, domain registration, content delivery networks (CDNs) and cloud storage.

Benefit from our many years of experience in the field of Digital Services & Platforms

Deep understanding of the industry and transaction expertise

Our industry knowledge is not only based on the implementation of numerous successful M&A transactions in the digital sector. In addition to our work as corporate finance advisors, we have also worked with digital service companies as venture capital investors, advisory board members and in various management positions from a wide range of perspectives. As a result, our M&A advisory services provide you with the direct advantages of our extensive industry knowledge and broad network.

Comprehensive network in a heterogeneous investor landscape.

Digital platforms and services address a diverse investor and buyer landscape, which can range from strategic buyers and buy-and-build platforms to financial investors and family offices. These different investor groups require a customized approach and specific information preparation. Thanks to our broad network and our experience in international transactions, we are able to successfully meet these requirements and secure you the best possible access to relevant investors or buyers worldwide.

Competence in dealing with a rapidly changing market environment

Regulatory changes or upheavals in the addressed customer markets can have an enormous impact on the performance and valuation of companies, particularly in the digital sector. We understand the trends and drivers of your target markets and, thanks to our broad network, always act on the latest information to ensure the success of your transaction.

Broad understanding of different business models

The revenue models of digital solution providers are extremely diverse and include subscriptions (subscription-based services), on-demand services, affiliate models as well as transaction-, advertising- and data-based approaches. This diversity requires different approaches to business valuation and results in specific information requirements from buyers and investors. Thanks to our comprehensive understanding of these business models, we speak our clients’ language and can position you optimally in the context of a company sale, buy-side project or fundraising.

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