DELIVERABLES
INDUSTRY ANALYSIS
Deadline: 20/02/2026
This deliverable should provide a structured overview of the industry selected by the team. It should include market size, growth trends, key drivers, regulatory context, and main challenges affecting the sector. Teams should clearly explain why the industry is attractive from an M&A perspective and identify the forces shaping consolidation, disruption, or transformation within the space.
POTENTIAL SELLERS & DISRUPTIVE TARGETS
Deadline: 06/03/2026
Teams should identify potential sellers within the selected industry, focusing on companies that are disruptive, fast growing, or strategically attractive acquisition targets. For each target, teams should explain the value proposition, what makes the company distinctive, and why it could be an appealing acquisition. The analysis should reflect a clear understanding of innovation, competitive advantage, and strategic fit.
POTENTIAL BUYERS
20/03/2026
The final deliverable should focus on identifying potential buyers for the previously analysed targets. Teams should outline different buyer profiles, such as strategic buyers or financial sponsors, and explain the rationale behind each potential acquisition. This should include synergies, strategic objectives, and how the acquisition would support the buyer’s growth, positioning, or expansion strategy.
Final Deal Recommendation & Final Presentation
Deadline:06/04/2026
The final deliverable requires teams to present a clear and decisive investment recommendation to proceed with the acquisition, proceed subject to defined conditions, or decline the transaction. The recommendation must be grounded in the integrated assessment of strategic fit, valuation and financial returns, key risks identified through due diligence, and material legal, regulatory, and ESG considerations. Teams are expected to articulate whether the proposed price and structure are justified, highlight the critical risk factors influencing the decision, and specify any conditions or protections required to move forward, adopting an executive, evidence-based, and decision-focused investment committee perspective.