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Independent valuations, financial due diligence, feasibility studies and M&A advisory — helping UAE businesses make the decisions that define their next chapter with clarity and confidence.

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Transaction & Strategic Advisory

When the decision matters, the advice has to be right.

The decisions that define your business — acquisitions, disposals, fundraising, restructurings, new market entries — require financial thinking that goes well beyond a standard audit or tax return. They require independence, commercial judgement and deep UAE market knowledge.

ECOVIS JRB provides transaction and strategic advisory for UAE businesses and international businesses entering the UAE market — covering the full transaction lifecycle from initial feasibility through to completion and post-deal integration.

All advisory work is backed by ECOVIS International's global network across 90+ countries — giving access to comparable transaction data, sector specialists and multi-jurisdiction capability for cross-border deals.

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Buyers & Acquirers
UAE and international businesses acquiring or investing in UAE companies — needing buy-side due diligence and valuation.
Business Owners & Shareholders
Owners considering a sale, seeking investment, or needing an independent valuation for shareholder or regulatory purposes.
International Businesses Entering UAE
Companies needing UAE market feasibility, entity structuring advice and financial projections before committing to entry.
Growing UAE Businesses
Established UAE businesses seeking funding, planning expansion or restructuring their ownership and corporate structure.
Our Services

Transaction and strategic advisory across the full deal lifecycle.

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Business Valuations

Independent, defensible valuations prepared in accordance with International Valuation Standards (IVSC) — for M&A transactions, shareholder matters, regulatory submissions, ESOP schemes and strategic planning.

  • Company and business valuations
  • Intangible asset valuations
  • Shareholder dispute valuations
  • ESOP and share scheme valuations
  • Purchase price allocations (IFRS 3)
  • Goodwill impairment testing (IAS 36)
  • Regulatory and tax valuations
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Financial Due Diligence

Before you commit to an acquisition or investment — know exactly what you are buying. We go beyond audited accounts to reveal the real financial performance, working capital dynamics and hidden risks that determine deal value.

  • Buy-side financial due diligence
  • Sell-side / vendor due diligence
  • Quality of earnings analysis
  • Working capital analysis and peg
  • Net debt and debt-like items
  • Pro forma financial analysis
  • Red flag and quick-look reviews
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Feasibility Studies & Financial Modelling

Robust, investor-grade financial models and feasibility studies — supporting strategic decisions, funding applications, regulatory submissions and board approvals.

  • Integrated three-statement financial models
  • Project feasibility and NPV analysis
  • Scenario and sensitivity analysis
  • Business plan financial sections
  • Investor and bank pitch support
  • UAE market entry feasibility
  • Revenue and cost modelling
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M&A Advisory & Corporate Restructuring

Strategic advisory for businesses going through change — from acquisitions and disposals to restructurings, management buyouts and post-deal integration across the UAE and GCC.

  • M&A transaction structuring and advisory
  • Management buyout support
  • Corporate restructuring advice
  • Carve-out and separation advisory
  • Post-merger integration support
  • Capital structure and funding advisory
  • Cross-border transaction support via ECOVIS International
IVSC
International Valuation Standards — all valuations prepared under IVSC
90+ Countries
Cross-border transaction support via ECOVIS International network
Buy & Sell Side
Due diligence for both acquirers and vendors across UAE transactions
UAE & GCC
Deep UAE market knowledge with GCC cross-border capability
Why ECOVIS JRB

Independent. Commercial. UAE market experts.

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Truly Independent Opinions

We have no conflict of interest with any counterparty, bank or investment firm. Our valuation and due diligence opinions serve only your interests — essential for negotiations, board decisions and regulatory submissions.

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Deep UAE Market Knowledge

We understand UAE business valuations, regulatory requirements, market multiples and deal dynamics — providing advice grounded in local market reality rather than generic international frameworks that miss the UAE context.

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Commercial, Not Just Technical

Advisory work is ultimately about making better business decisions. Our work is practical and actionable — connected to your business situation, not an academic exercise in financial theory.

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Cross-Border via ECOVIS International

For transactions involving multiple jurisdictions, ECOVIS International's network across 90+ countries provides seamless multi-jurisdiction transaction support — coordinated from our UAE base.

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Integrated with Audit & Tax

Transaction advisory works alongside our audit and tax teams — ensuring deal structuring is consistent with your tax position and that post-deal accounting follows IFRS correctly.

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Senior Partner Involvement

Transaction engagements are led by senior partners with direct deal experience — not delegated to teams with limited exposure to complex M&A and valuation situations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Transaction advisory questions answered.

What is a business valuation and when do I need one?
A business valuation is an independent assessment of the fair market value of a business or ownership interest. Common triggers include a sale or acquisition, shareholder buy-out or dispute, ESOP scheme, regulatory or tax purposes, fundraising, or strategic planning. We prepare all valuations in accordance with International Valuation Standards (IVSC).
What does financial due diligence involve?
Financial due diligence is a detailed examination of a target company's financial performance and position — going well beyond audited accounts. We examine quality of earnings, underlying profitability, working capital dynamics, debt and contingent liabilities, and the reliability of financial information. The output is a report giving you a clear view of what you are actually buying.
Can you help with a UAE market entry feasibility study?
Yes — we work extensively with international businesses entering the UAE market. We prepare comprehensive feasibility studies covering UAE market analysis, regulatory requirements, financial projections, optimal entity and free zone structure, and the practical steps to establish operations.
How long does a business valuation take?
Timeline depends on the complexity of the business and the information available. A straightforward SME valuation typically takes 2–3 weeks. A more complex multi-entity or cross-border valuation may take 4–6 weeks. We agree timeline at the outset and work to your transaction schedule.
Can you support cross-border transactions involving countries outside the UAE?
Yes — through ECOVIS International's network across 90+ countries, we can coordinate multi-jurisdiction transaction support. For acquisitions involving targets in multiple countries, we work with ECOVIS member firms in each jurisdiction to provide coordinated due diligence and advisory — with ECOVIS JRB acting as the lead advisor from the UAE.
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