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Financial Due Diligence in Thailand: A Crucial Component of Business Transactions

High Levels of Service

At Forvis Mazars, we provide commercial M&A transaction services and financial and legal due diligence services to businesses in Thailand. Our tailored approach ensures that you are fully informed about your deal, minimizing the risk of future surprises.

Our transaction services teams have advised on numerous corporate and financial transactions for clients and institutions both in Thailand and internationally. With our integrated international structure and experienced expert teams in Thailand, we provide comprehensive advice to make your M&A transactions a success.

Identifying and Reporting Issues

We help address key factors and risks associated with your deal, providing you with the assurance needed to make informed investment decisions. Our due diligence processes begin before any detailed analysis of financials is undertaken, ensuring that comfort can be obtained that financial analysis is performed in the right context.

Recent Experience

  • Financial Due Diligence for Consumer Products Company: We were appointed to provide financial due diligence services to a consumer products company with a focus on core products such as beverages, personal care, and provision of product manufacturing in Thailand.
  • Vendor Assistance for Hospitality Group: Our client is a leading platform for luxury villa rentals across Southeast Asia. We assisted in the preparation of proforma financials of the group in the context of sell-side documentation to be reviewed by the acquirer, a listed hospitality group based in Thailand.
  • Due Diligence & Valuation for Manufacturing Company: Our client is a Hong Kong-based comprehensive supply chain service company. We performed due diligence and valuation services for a manufacturing company specialized in producing high-quality enamel-coated cast iron products based in Thailand.

Our Due Diligence Processes

Financial due diligence involves examining various legal documents and aspects of a business, including but not limited to corporate documents and structure; contracts and agreements; employment and labour issues; intellectual property; litigation and legal disputes; compliance with laws and regulations; and property and assets. The duration of financial due diligence can vary depending on the complexity of the business, the nature of the transaction, and the thoroughness of the examination.

FAQs

  • What is financial due diligence? Financial due diligence is a thorough investigation of legal documents and aspects of a business transaction, such as an acquisition or merger, to identify potential risks and liabilities.
  • Why is financial due diligence important? Financial due diligence is crucial for gaining a thorough understanding of the legal health of a business. It helps investors, acquirers, or partners make informed decisions, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
  • What does financial due diligence involve? Financial due diligence involves examining various legal documents and aspects of a business, including but not limited to corporate documents and structure; contracts and agreements; employment and labour issues; intellectual property; litigation and legal disputes; compliance with laws and regulations; and property and assets.
  • How long does financial due diligence take? The duration of financial due diligence can vary depending on the complexity of the business, the nature of the transaction, and the thoroughness of the examination.
  • Is financial due diligence only for large businesses? Financial due diligence is not limited to large businesses. It is a crucial process for assessing legal health, risks, and opportunities in various business transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and investments, regardless of the size of the business or investment.