The consumer industry encompasses the entire value chain of food and non-food products, from production to wholesale, distribution, retail, and consumer services like food service and leisure. Despite its diverse nature, several overarching trends are swiftly transforming the industry. Consumers are increasingly aware of sustainability and gravitate towards healthier, more convenient lifestyles. The rapid rise of digitalization is bringing disruptive forces, such as the acceleration of new technologies, increased disintermediation, and the emergence of new business models, fundamentally reshaping the entire value chain.

For more information, contact Rolf Visser or Bram Jansen.

Our Energy, Resources & Industrials M&A team assists clients during critical moments where stakes are high. With a robust sector focus and daily interactions with numerous medium and large market participants, we possess a deep understanding of key drivers in the energy, waste & recycling, and industrial sectors.

The energy transition is shaping the future, driving a need for transformative M&A and international growth in a rapidly evolving market. The entire lifecycle of energy production, distribution, storage, and consumption is attracting technological advancements and smart investments under the 'Future of Energy' initiative. The pace of change and investment is accelerating to meet much-publicized climate-crisis-aversion goals.

Industrial and construction companies face challenges including the size, shape, and location of their production footprint relative to environmental impact, raw material and parts supply, energy pricing and supply, and regulatory demands. Western industrial companies are rethinking their sourcing strategies and value chain positions, with technology and innovation needs driving their M&A agendas.

For more information, contact Laurens de Jager or Jeroen van Leeuwen.

The financial services industry is undergoing dynamic transformation. Changing customer preferences, technology-driven innovation, and new regulatory initiatives are creating an unprecedented wave of change in the ways we bank, insure, save, and invest.

M&A plays a foundational role in this transformation, offering the most effective solutions to improve or consolidate a market position. We help clients maximize their business value and achieve full potential through both defensive and offensive M&A, leveraging our sectoral expertise and capabilities on local and global levels.

Whether you're looking to tactically unlock value or fundamentally change the game, we're ready to support you.

For more information, contact Vanne Hartjes.

In the healthcare & life sciences sector, ongoing change is a constant. Companies are continually challenged to find smart and innovative solutions to meet evolving patient needs and drive medical progress. This environment requires a corporate finance partner who is deeply knowledgeable about the sector and current developments.

Deloitte Financial Advisory’s Healthcare & Life Sciences team is the largest corporate finance player in this industry in the Netherlands. As specialists with unparalleled sector knowledge and experience, we have completed the highest number of transactions. Our closely-knit network and market intelligence allow us to uniquely support clients in realizing their ambitions. We are dedicated to selecting the best options for our clients with integrity and an open mind, achieving optimal results.

For more information, contact Neil Lomax or Iris van Weel.

Public services companies, often government-owned, are continually under high public scrutiny and subject to increased transparency. There are rising questions about the necessity of state-owned enterprises and the role of government in public services companies, especially in pivotal areas such as the Future of Mobility and the Future of Energy. Navigating these transactions requires deep knowledge of the private markets in which these companies operate, coupled with an understanding of the political dynamics of their shareholders.

The specialists at Deloitte Corporate Finance leverage a local approach and extensive experience in supporting government entities at all levels, whether local or national. We bridge the gap between governments and public services companies, advising on public ownership and the financial implications of regulation. In the niche area of regulated markets, we stand as the leading financial specialists in the Netherlands. This position is reinforced by initiatives like our annual survey of the financial performance of (partially) state-owned enterprises and our research on the Future of Energy and Mobility themes.

Our team is adept at executing transactions under the highest political scrutiny. We possess a deep understanding of national and local governance and the implications these have on transaction dynamics.

For more information, contact Neil Lomax or Michiel Schrijnemaekers.

Private equity and family offices are fundamental to the M&A market, driving significant investor-related activity. Partnering with private equity or other investors can be the key to succession planning, accelerating (international) growth, or speeding up a business transformation. Such partnerships require an experienced advisor with an extensive network to guide the process.

Our dedicated Private Equity M&A team in Amsterdam advises companies, private equity firms, and family offices on strategic M&A, exits, joint ventures, and buy-and-build acquisitions. Focused on building value, we work seamlessly across all stages of the M&A process to ensure smooth operations, favourable deal terms, and price optimization.

For more information, contact Neil Lomax.

Exponential technologies, digitalization, and artificial intelligence are fundamentally transforming markets and industries. Consequently, technology is a dominant force in M&A activity. As the importance of technology in M&A grows, deal nature is evolving, necessitating rethought playbooks focused on growth acceleration, business transformation, and optionality.

Our dedicated technology M&A team in Amsterdam advises tech companies on buy-outs, exits, joint ventures, and buy-and-build acquisitions, as well as corporate clients on shaping and executing M&A growth strategies. Centred on building value, we guide clients through all stages of planning and executing acquisitions and divestitures.

We leverage our deep expertise to support fast-growing tech companies shaping the future in segments like software (HR tech, financial management software, ERP, digital marketing), hardware, IT services, and internet companies. Combining traditional financial analysis with modern digital tools like AI, we provide unique ecosystem insights to drive transformative outcomes. We are committed to fostering a progressive and equitable future through technology.

For more information, contact Onno Vos or Jonathan Pack.

The Deloitte M&A Legal team comprises experienced legal professionals offering comprehensive legal advice in M&A transactions. Integrated with Corporate Finance and the broader Deloitte M&A community, we provide a seamless service that covers financial, tax, and legal aspects of deals. This integrated approach saves clients time and costs by ensuring close collaboration on all relevant topics throughout a transaction.

Visit our Legal M&A page for more information.