Media M&A advice
The Media sector is dynamic and diverse, but many Media companies are being tested by a combination of structural change and the impact of the cyclical downturn.
This combination is frequently driving the need for radical changes to the business models of both traditional and new Media companies. It is also putting a significant strain on the capital structures of many businesses.
Thankfully the sector is also full of opportunities and many Media companies are successfully operating in more resilient and growing niches or adapting their business models to enhance profitability and drive growth.
We provide independent advice to companies and their management teams as well as to equity or debt holders, across both private and public companies. Our advice covers Mergers & Acquisitions, non-core disposals, private placements and the raising, refinancing and restructuring of debt.
Over the last two years we have successfully advised on more than 20 media transactions in Europe, including both consumer and professional Media companies in the following areas:
- Internet / e-commerce - including online information businesses, classified advertising, eCommerce and eServices
- Entertainment - the creators and owners of content, such as music, children's IP, libraries, video games, TV production, mobile content and the suppliers of related distribution and support services
- Publishing and information – ranging from newspapers, consumer magazines and education/training, through to business information and exhibitions
- Marketing services and advertising – including traditional agencies, direct marketing, monitoring and PR as well as all aspects of digital marketing
- Broadcasting – all forms of TV, radio and outdoor broadcasting.
To discuss your objectives in confidence, please contact one of the team's senior members.