Tagged: M&A

A practical guide to AI company valuation in APAC — valuation methods, ARR multiples by stage, what APAC acquirers pay, and factors that increase or reduce AI company value.

A practical guide for AI startup founders on acqui-hires — how they're structured, what you'll get vs. what investors get, red flags that signal a talent grab, and how to negotiate a better outcome.

When your AI startup is stalling or running low on runway, a soft landing acquisition can be better than a messy wind-down. Here's what a soft landing is, how it works, and when to start the conversation.

Comparing Aventis Advisors to Amafi Advisory for APAC AI company M&A. Why APAC AI founders look for Aventis alternatives with regional expertise and buyer relationships.

Which AI M&A firm should you hire? 8 boutiques compared: APAC deal track records, fee structures, sector depth, and the questions to ask before signing.

How to build a corporate development function that acquires AI capabilities — the build vs. buy framework, APAC AI acquirer types, deal sourcing, pipeline management, and integration.

How funds flow works in M&A — wire transfers, escrow, rollover equity for founding teams, IP escrow structures, milestone payments tied to model metrics, and GPU infrastructure treatment.

Comparing GP Bullhound with Amafi Advisory for APAC AI founders — deal size, APAC presence, AI specialisation, and when each firm is the right fit.

How to build an M&A buyer list for an AI company sale — strategic buyers with AI acquisition mandates, PE firms building AI platforms, tech giants, and AI-powered identification.

A comprehensive guide for APAC AI founders on selling an AI company — timing, valuation, buyer identification, M&A process, AI-specific due diligence, and deal structures.

A practical guide for AI founders on preparing for acquisition — the 12-month timeline, IP clean-up, financial preparation, technical diligence, and APAC-specific regulatory considerations.

Yes — and here's how. A practical guide for early-stage AI founders on what acquirers actually buy before revenue exists, how pre-revenue AI deals are structured, and whether you need an advisor.

A practical guide for AI company founders considering a sale — what advisors do, how to choose one, fee structures, and what makes AI company sell-side advisory different.

A step-by-step guide to running a sell-side M&A process for AI companies — IP due diligence, ARR vs EBITDA framing, acquirer types, earnout structures tied to model performance, and closing.