In the current challenging business landscape, companies are reevaluating their long-term strategies and redefining core operations. Private equity corporate carve-outs are on the rise, including infrastructure assets, non-core subsidiaries and established but non-core brands. However, many struggle to fulfill their initial investment plans due to inadequate planning during separation from the parent company, often leading to value erosion within the first 12 to 24 months. Listen as John Sanger (Executive Director, Southeast Asia and Australia) talks about A&M's expertise in effective carve-outs, covering the three key investor principles: carefully crafting transition service bundles, implementing thorough execution plans throughout all stages and prioritizing IT transformation and modernization during carve-outs.
Where AI Meets Financial Impact
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CFOs are uniquely positioned to lead the charge on value creation, leveraging emerging technologies to unlock deeper insights and optimise business decisions. This article explores the transformative potential of AI for financial impact and strategic decision-making.
M&A commentary: Surge in value of deals
December 3, 2025
The ONS data shows M&A activity Q3 remained low, however, since September we’ve seen an uptick. The market seems to have shrugged off market disruption and restarted in earnest. Mike Trenouth provides comments on the latest data release.
A year of recalibration and resilience
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Private Equity funds have had to be resilient through rising geopolitical tensions, the shock form US tariffs and several years of subdued deal flow and limited exits. But, as 2025 comes to a close, European private equity is showing signs of stability.
ASEAN Value Creation Report 2025
November 21, 2025
A&M’s inaugural ASEAN Private Equity Value Creation report provides a deep dive into the pressing challenges facing the industry. We explore the drivers, barriers, and evolving strategies that shape the value creation playbook in the region.
