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Our teams advised (large, publicly-listed or not) corporates on divesting non-core assets and securing strategic acquisitions. We team up with senior executive teams as well as strategy and M&A teams to design, prepare and execute swiftly their strategic projects.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The support provided by Investec’s teams is characterized by a tailor-made approach, based on the sharing of know-how, which is conducive to building lasting client relationships, as Xavier Dorchies, Strategy Director of the Avril Group, a major industrial player in the vegetable oil and protein sectors in France, explains in this video.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n

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Investec has advised Novartis on the sale of two manufacturing sites in Spain to Siegfried Holding AG.<\/p>\n

“The Investec team delivered a highly reliable support on project management level and has integrated perfectly into the global and local parts of the project teams. Having been involved in project management as well as operational tasks, Investec provided valuable input and support to the project lead”.<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n

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Yannick Gueho, CEO of Sopral, a subsidiary of the Avril group specialising in the formulation, production and marketing of pet food, which has teamed up with an investment fund, reminds us that the Investec teams pay particular attention to the preparation of deals, devoting time to the necessary education of stakeholders.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n

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Interxion is the leading provider of cloud and carrier-neutral colocation data center services in Europe. Investec advised InterXion’s management on the acquisition of Vancis’ data center business.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n

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Investec provided us with independent and targeted support during this transaction. Kieback&Peter was prepared for an international investor process with strategic review of all possible options. Prior to this transaction, Investec provided us with professional support in refinancing our syndicated loan, enabling us to implement a comprehensive solution on the equity side that will allow us to continue our dynamic growth. Investec\u2019s capital market-oriented and strategic input was crucial to the successful start of a new chapter in our company\u2019s history.<\/p>\n \n Christoph Ritzkat, CEO & Managing Partner, Kieback&Peter<\/cite>\n <\/blockquote>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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I was struck by the level of involvement, professionalism and brain power of Investec. They went far beyond our expectations, working autonomously.<\/p>\n \n Jean-Baptiste Ripart, Director M&A Group, Air Liquide<\/cite>\n <\/blockquote>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n

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Matthias Odrobina joins Investec Germany as Managing Director M&A<\/h3>\n

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Podcast | Investec Advisory: building a sustainable M&A boutique<\/h3>\n

Michel Degryck looks back on more than 25 years\u2019 experience in mid-cap M&A in this new episode of Career Insights…<\/p>\n <\/a>\n 1 min read<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Technical Services valuation update \u2013 Q1 2026<\/h3>\n

Sector multiples have reset above the long-term median \u2013 but the index average masks the real story. The Technical Services…<\/p>\n <\/a>\n 8 min read<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Strengthening our Industrial Tech & Services franchise Investec is pleased to welcome Yves Scharf as Senior Director, joining the international Industrial…<\/p>\n <\/a>\n 2 min read<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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29 Apr 2026<\/p>\n

The Perfect Blend: Unlocking New Demand in Beverages<\/h3>\n

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Top Investment Bankers in France 2025<\/h3>\n

Michel Degryck, Managing Partner, has been recognised by MergerLinks by Datasite among the Top Investment Bankers in France! A well-deserved…<\/p>\n <\/a>\n 1 min read<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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18 Mar 2026<\/p>\n

Benelux Software M&A Report: Market Deep Dive<\/h3>\n

Our recent sector research has found that growth continues to underpin investor interest in software M&A, however, transaction discussions are…<\/p>\n <\/a>\n 2 min read<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Building Automation: Capital, consolidation, and platform strategies as new normal<\/h3>\n

The European building automation industry is undergoing a period of structural transformation. A traditionally fragmented, owner-managed market is increasingly giving…<\/p>\n <\/a>\n 6 min read<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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After the 2022\u20132023 reset, Industrial Technology valuations have rebuilt decisively, with the sector trading at 16.7x EV\/EBITDA in Q4 2025…<\/p>\n <\/a>\n 9 min read<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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European chemicals companies continue to attract strong acquisition interest, with specialty and innovation-driven businesses commanding the highest valuations. Large international…<\/p>\n <\/a>\n 1 min read<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Digital health applications (DiGA) in Germany<\/h3>\n

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