Deals Strategy: PwC

Deals Strategy that transforms high stakes into high growth

The deals environment has always been competitive. But today, smart private equity and corporate buyers take a broader view, move more quickly and create value beyond just cost take outs. Deal makers understand that value creation ultimately requires a combination of topline revenue growth with bottom-line cost optimization.

Achieving these objectives benefits from having the right advisor with deep sub-sector and subject matter expertise. It means putting proven deal analytics to work to uncover the insights needed to move forward. And no matter the scope of the engagement, it requires a partner that has the flexibility to address both short- and longer-term requirements. At PwC, we quickly drive a clear, straightforward path to success.

PwC’s Deals Strategy team supports private equity and corporate clients. We serve private equity clients with over $2.5 trillion in assets under management, with 80% of our clients relying on us for multiple projects. Publicly traded companies with a combined market capitalization of over $4 trillion turn to us to deliver across the deal lifecycle. From initial investment strategy development to commercial due diligence, to value creation post-close and exit, we’re here to help our clients drive growth.

Investment strategy development

We accelerate the Deals discussion, working hand in hand with our clients to develop the right investment strategy:

What are your key priorities for growth and how does inorganic growth fit into this?
Which are the markets/adjacencies, either horizontal or geographic, you would like to be in but you aren’t currently?
Are there parts of your business that are underperforming, just don’t fit or would be more valuable to others? How would you assess this?

Commercial due diligence (buy-side and sell-side)

We bring deep industry expertise to buy-side and sell-side efforts. We are organized by industry team, and draw on the thousands of PwC subject matter experts across our global network.

With 13,000 deals professionals globally, our clients get access to the leaders in every field.
Only PwC delivers integrated deals team and provides end-to-end transaction support. Deals strategy seamlessly integrates with our financial and operational due diligence, corporate finance, capital markets, valuations and M&A tax teams.

Advanced data analytics

Analyze the options for each deal from all angles. PwC is at the forefront of transforming deal making by putting the power of advanced analytics and the disruptive force of technology in your hands. Our dedicated team of data scientists and industry specialists use artificial intelligence, machine learning and other cutting edge tools to optimize today and anticipate tomorrow to accelerate your growth. Learn more.

Value creation / Growth strategy

We help with the hard work of delivering on the investment thesis. Both before and after closing, PwC helps identify improvement actions and rapidly develops plans to “go get them.” Our Commercial Excellence experts specialize in Digital Transformation, Pricing and Growth Strategy.

PwC Corporate Finance

Completing successful transactions requires proper design and structuring, effective execution and post-deal management. We help create deal opportunities around the globe. Learn more.