Welcome to the Fintalent M&A Blog.

We analyzed 100+ M&A software vendors, to create the most comprehensive picture of the status quo of M&A software.

This article provides a primer to understanding ODD deeper; the areas and categories will likely need to be modified and adjusted depending on the industry

Tuluhan Erdemi, former Head of Corporate M&A at n26 and M&A Manager EMEA at PwC, unpacks his shift into M&A freelancing – and offers a

We explore the pivotal role of Private Equity in M&A deals, highlighting its influence, dynamics, and impact on the global transaction landscape.

The devil is in the details. Effective Due Diligence can contribute to the best M&A deal outcomes. This guide will explore M&A due diligence and

In this article we explore the latest M&A trends and explore the outlook going forward for M&A.

This comprehensive guide examines the entire M&A process, looking at its definition and scope, and the various roles and responsibilities involved. It also explores the

Holger Tumat, CEO, introduces the JobRad Strategy team.

How M&A leaders can learn from FBI hostage negotiation experts to close deals better and more sustainably.

Michaela Hitzberger, the CTO and Head of Corporate Strategy at ista, shares the excitement and challenges of defining corporate strategies for a rapidly evolving industry.

The business of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is cyclical, fraught with highs and lows that often leave market players grappling to plan their next move.

There are so many websites to cover M&A news on the internet – so where do you start? We sum up all the most relevant

sonnen powers the renewable transition. Now, they aim to add anorganic growth to their ambitious strategic initiatives.

How do you make a headhunter your ally? Don’t underestimate the interview.

A Look at the Challenges, Rewards, and Insights of Working in the Family Office Space with Jan Voss, an Experienced Family Office Manager

What is the current state of FinTech in Germany?

How do you adjust your resume to the job you’re applying for?

A video interview is always better for you than a voice call. You can use your body language, gestures and facial expressions to complement your

Who are the leading global M&A consulting companies? We went through the deal tables and summarized them in this post.

The new platform makes the application process more transparent and allows you to connect with others to form Neo Boutiques.

Rising private equity fundraising is causing more managers to use complex profit-split structures, known as Private Equity Distribution Waterfalls, which can harm investor-manager relations. Proper

Is just your name enough? Or do you need to provide a proper company name in order to be taken seriously? Our guest blog gives

Which technology providers move the M&A industry? We’ve collected the first edition of the M&A technology landscape.

The time has come to sell your FinTech. But what steps do you have to take to get ready?

Fintech has changed banking. But competition is fierce. How can founders still move their Fintech towards Product-Market-Fit?

Valuations don’t have to be all that complicated. Especially in the tech sector, the comparables valuation is still an underestimated secret weapon.

Potential future synergies are the main argument behind many consolidation efforts. But how positive are these synergies when put to the test? In this article,

What is a personal brand, really? And how can I build my personal brand as freelancer to stand out from the rest, and win more

Navigating web3 can be tiring. Can online panels be a successful way to build engagement?

The gap between entrepreneurs and investment bankers is real. So how do we level with entrepreneurs to help them sell their business?

If a deal is too good to be true, it likely is. Melik Salmi, Director Corporate Development & Strategy at SAP, has screened hundreds of

We’ve seen how the Musk-Twitter merger saga didn’t play out as planned. But 10% of all large M&A activities suffer the same fate in any

From DTC to marketplaces and Shopify: E-commerce requires a fundamentally different Due Diligence approach than brick-and-mortar stores. In this article, Max Mishin breaks down the

A common cliche about consultants is that they’re just number-crunchers. They are the exact counterpart to the romantic, free-thinking creatives that we consider artists to

Buy & Build strategies are the fuel for the most successful businesses of our time. But they are only viable for huge corporations with deep

The web3 community likes to stay within their own bubble. But that creates some real challenges. How can we fix the most urgent challenges of

ESG has become an important consideration in the entire M&A deal cycle. In this article, Dr. Steffen Blase, who’s leading Group M&A at Volkswagen, provides

Internal approval is one of the most overlooked elements of a successful M&A transaction. But how do we get there? Srikanth Malladi lays out the

M&A Freelancers can bring your deal sourcing and execution to the next level. But how can you leverage them in the best way possible?

India boasts the 6th largest GDP of any country in the world, and is projected to soon overtake China as the country with the largest

Naomi Roba was on the brink of a successful, traditional investment banking career: ING, Rothschild, Goldman. But why did she choose to be a freelancer

Earn-outs are a popular tool in for structuring M&A deals, and are getting more popular by the year. But they’re not without challenges. So how

What are the core skills that Corporate Development and M&A professionals need to be successful?

How strategic do corporations approach their M&A deal flow? And is M&A crucial for the successful execution of their corporate strategy? We surveyed M&A leaders

We surveyed our community of Corporate Development leaders about their work. In part 1, we’ll be diving into the inner works of the M&A department.

Investment bankers demand high salaries. So what happens when they decide to go freelance?

VC investments in crypto have gained significant traction. But is it safe to say that they are a mainstream VC vertical, yet?

The finance industry is renowned for its high-paying jobs and attractive compensation packages. A career in finance can be lucrative, stimulating, and competitive, with roles

M&A is too volatile a function to sustainably build a team with all the right skillsets in-house. That’s where Talent-as-a-Service solutions can really shine. Let’s

Buying or Selling a Business comes with many pitfalls that are avoidable if you have the right roles filled in your M&A team with professionals

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Cash seems to pour into fintech startups. But are the high valuations really justified?

     “At 10 times revenues, to give you a 10-year payback, I have to pay you 100% of revenues for 10 straight years in dividends.That

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Changing Working Habits The rapid escalation of COVID-19, resulting in unprecedented levels of social distancing measures, isolation and quarantines, is forcing white-collar employees to work