Scrutton Bland - Acquiring a business in the UK

“More companies locate their European headquarters in the UK than anywhere else in Europe.” UK Department for International Trade

Whether you are looking to buy a business as an investment, or to expand distribution channels and open up new markets, investing in UK businesses is becoming increasingly popular with investors from around the World. Acquiring a business can be one of the most significant deals you will ever sign, so getting the right advice from the outset is essential. Our team of Corporate Finance and Business Advisory specialists will support you through every stage of acquiring a commercial operation in the UK. From assessing valuations and sale prices to managing the negotiation process and dealing with Terms of Agreement we will act as an extension of your team, and will be by your side from concept through to completion. We understand how stressful purchasing a business can be, with a history in helping clients to buy and sell businesses going back almost 100 years, we make it our mission to ensure that the acquisition process is as smooth as possible for you. From our offices in East Anglia we have easy access to London and from our Cambridge office we are within easy reach of all of the UK’s key regional growth hubs. We regularly work with clients throughout the UK supporting them in all aspects of corporate finance and as a member of Nexia international, we are able to provide professional advice and support to clients across the globe.

How we can help

Tax structuring The Tax implications of acquiring a business in any country can be complex but, with the UK currently offering a tax system which

can benefit overseas investors, getting the right advice from qualified advisers can help make the decision to invest in a UK based operation a profitable one. We have teams of tax specialists based in-house and who work alongside the corporate finance team providing a collaborative service for our clients.

Valuation and pricing The acquisition process can often be emotive. by providing realistic and objective valuations we can ensure that the price you

pay is relative to the UK market. Discreet and impartial, our valuation service can help those looking to invest in established UK business by flagging over-inflated valuations, or highlighting great investment opportunities.

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