Frequently Asked Questions

Dealflow is a private Hub that federates the private equity, M&A and financing ecosystems around qualified deals. Its promise:
▪ Publish qualified private equity deals.
▪ Give entrepreneurs and sellers the opportunity to post their sale or fund-raising projects.
▪ Ensure optimized matchmaking

Main benefits :
▪ Access to a portfolio of pre-qualified transactions meeting investor criteria
▪ Enhanced collaboration between the various players in the sector (firms, funds, advisors…)
▪ Time and efficiency savings in identifying and analyzing opportunities
▪ Expanded network for rapid matchmaking

Type of deals
▪ Dealflow provides deals in a variety of sectors
▪ Deals cover the development capital stage only
▪ Deals published on the platform are from the middle market
▪ Start-ups and businesses undergoing restructuring are not considered
▪ All deals are pre-qualified and meet high standards of quality and maturity

Principal users
▪ Dealflow is dedicated solely to regulated professions
▪ Investment funds
▪ Investment banks and M&A advisors
▪ Entrepreneurs and business leaders seeking financing

USE
▪ Registration is online, after profile validation
▪ Users access a secure space to explore deals, get in touch and collaborate
▪ Dedicated support is available to help users navigate the site

Selection criteria
▪ Deals are selected by a team of experts according to strict criteria (size, profitability, growth potential, etc.)
▪ In-depth due diligence is favored to ensure the quality and reliability of each opportunity
▪ Only robust and attractive deals for investors are retained

Confidentiality
▪ All exchanges on the portal take place in a secure and confidential environment
▪ Access to sensitive files and data is strictly reserved for authorized users
▪ Deals are published anonymously (teaser and information note)

Quality of deals
▪ Dealflow surrounds itself with a dedicated team of analysts and sector experts to carry out in-depth due diligence on each opportunity
▪ Only deals with solid fundamentals (financial performance, management team, growth potential, etc.) are retained
▪ A rigorous validation process ensures that each deal meets the highest quality standards

Main advantages

▪ The platform has negotiated preferential rates with its various partners for services that fall within the scope of capital transactions before, during or after the close of the deal
▪ Privileged access to a portfolio of deals pre-qualified by a team of experts, making it easier for investors to identify the best opportunities matching their criteria.
▪ The centralization of exchanges on the platform generates significant time and efficiency savings, by avoiding users prospecting and negotiating dispersedly with multiple providers.

Types of investors
▪ Dealflow is aimed at qualified investors
▪ Institutional investors,
▪ Family offices
▪ Investment funds
▪ Strategic buyers

Business sectors covered
▪ Dealflow targets key sectors such as retail, education, healthcare, energy transition, industry, agriculture, etc.
▪ Sectors excluded: tourism, real estate, armaments and illicit activities.
▪ The team of analysts is constantly studying new opportunities in innovative, growth-generating fields

▪Dealflow is not searchable. The only people you will come into contact with on Dealflow are those we have identified as having the potential to bring you business or the stakeholders in the transaction concerned.
▪Dealflow’s list of partners is not made public. Dealflow is responsible for selecting and soliciting the most suitable profiles for the assignment or service requested.

▪If you are a business owner or a buyer, fill in your project on the dedicated form, and the Dealflow team will take care of the rest.

▪If you are a transaction professional, log in to your Member Area:

  • SUBMIT your capital transaction or target search project using the appropriate form, and the Dealflow Team will analyze and process your request before publishing it on the platform.
  • MATCH the corresponding offer to the Deals published on the portal. The Dealflow Team will analyze and process your request, and will contact you to discuss the next steps in the process.

Some companies are at a stage of development where they need to make a few adjustments before considering a capital transaction.
That’s why we offer you an independent EXPERT’S OPINION, developed with our partner Act Financial, designed to help you structure your trajectory and make the most of your potential.

OBJECTIVE:

  • Assess your company’s financial health
  • Identify relevant growth levers
  • Prepare, with complete objectivity, the next strategic steps: fund-raising, partnership, sale, etc.