€75m
Co-ordinator of share buyback programme
Mergers & Acquisitions
Whether you’re buying, selling, raising capital or considering your strategic options, decisions made before a deal can be as important as the deal itself
Goodbody combines deep sector insight, senior-led execution and international reach to help business owners, management teams and investors, across Ireland and the UK, make confident decisions and deliver the strongest possible outcome.
From strategy and preparation through negotiation and completion, our senior M&A team drives the process from start to finish.
Private Equity & Growth Capital
Flexible capital for the next stage of growth.
Private equity can provide the capital, expertise and strategic support needed to accelerate growth, fund acquisitions or facilitate shareholder liquidity. We advise shareholders and management teams on minority and majority investment transactions, identifying the right investment partners and managing the process through to completion.
Strategic advice
Know your options before making your move.
Consider the full range of options before you commit.
Sometimes the most important decision is deciding what to do next. From a sale or acquisition to investment, a minority transaction, partnership or another route to growth, we work with shareholders, boards and management teams to assess their strategic options.
Our advice is independent, objective and built around your specific commercial and shareholder objectives.
Local expertise. Global reach.
Connecting exceptional businesses with global capital and buyers
Great businesses attract interest from beyond their home markets. Goodbody combines deep knowledge of businesses and sectors across Ireland and the UK with access to international buyers, investors and acquirers.
As a member of the World M&A Alliance, we work with leading independent investment banks across key global markets, giving our clients access to local insight, relationships and transaction expertise on the ground.
Whether the opportunity is at home or overseas, we bring the right people to the table to make cross-border transactions happen.
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Why choose Goodbody?
Experience creates leverage.
There are plenty of ways to trade online but Goodbody Connect gives you something more: the control of self-directed investing, combined with the market experience and human support of an established Irish investment firm. You have access to:
Proven transaction expertise
Our team advises businesses, shareholders and private equity investors across acquisitions, disposals, management buyouts, equity fundraisings, minority transactions and wider strategic transactions.
Deep sector knowledge
We look at every transaction through a sector lens – combining industry understanding, market insight, investor relationships and hands-on transaction experience to give a clearer picture of where the real opportunity and value lie.
End-to-end advice
From defining your options and preparing the business to identifying counterparties, negotiating terms and completing the transaction, we stay involved throughout.
One strategy, built around your objectives
There is no standard transaction and no standard template of success. That’s why we shape the strategy and process around your commercial and shareholder objectives.
Our deals
Proven outcomes across complex transactions
From Irish entrepreneurial businesses to major international transactions, our track record demonstrates the breadth of businesses, sectors and situations in which we advise.
Select sector
Select service
€3.4bn
Financial adviser, Irish sponsor, bookrunner, intermediary and corporate broker on IPO
€1bn
Joint lead manager on 5 year senior debt issuance
€750m
Green 4NC3 Senior
Joint Lead Manager
€70m
Global Co-ordinator to Glanbia Co-Op on secondary placing
€90m
Joint Global Co-ordinator and Joint Bookrunner on equity placing
€47m
Co-ordinator of share buyback programme
€25m
Co-ordinator of share buyback programme
$750m
4NC3 Senior
Joint Lead Manager
€650m
Green Tier 2 11NC6
ESG Advisor
Joint Lead Manager
€3bn
Long 30 Year
Joint Lead Manager
€300m
3NC2 Senior Hold Co
Co – Manager
£210m
Placing agent on multiple equity raises
Strategic corporate finance advice
Adviser to Soundwave on sale to Spotify
€60m
Financial adviser on refinancing of term loan and revolving credit facilities
$2.75bn
Green 6, 10 & 30 Yr Senior Co – Manager
$500m
Green 6 Yr Joint Lead Manager
€500m
“Green 6.25NC5.25
Senior JLM & Sole ESG Adviser”
€5bn
10 Year Fixed
Co – Manager
Equity valuation of company
£40m
Financial adviser in relation to the acquisition of Forward Partners plc
Adviser on Growth Capital Fundraise
Tenant diligence review
€17m
Adviser to Goodbody Capital Partners on €17m investment
Adviser on strategic growth investment led by Mission Springs Ventures and Pacific Lake Partners
Adviser to the Department of Health on the Irish private health insurance market
Financial adviser to AIB on sale of CR2 to Hightech Payment Systems
Adviser to Comans on joint venture with Heineken
Strategic Advisory
Strategic advice in relation to Cardinal Capital’s investment in Sim Local
Adviser to Bridgepoint on acquisition of Bike24 by Wiggle CRC
Strategic advice in relation to financial services business
£220m
Adviser to UTV Media on recommended offer from News Corp
€134m
Adviser to UTV Media on proposed sale of UTV Television to UTV
€122m
Adviser to Towercom on sale to the Irish Infrastructure Fund
€30m
Tax equity and debt fundraising for private hospital
€115m
Broker to Rank Group on recommended offer for Stride Gaming
Strategic advice
€405m
Adviser to An Post on its successful Consortium bid for the National Lottery Licence
€850m
Broker to Playtech on acquisition of Snaitech
€1.4bn
Adviser to IAG on acquisition of Aer Lingus
Multiple private equity fundraisings
Strategic advice
€70m
Adviser to Coillte on sale of Coillte Telecoms to InfraVia
€362m
Adviser to Applegreen on 50.1% acquisition of Welcome Break
€1.6bn
Adviser to Applegreen on sale to Causeway Consortium
€625m
PerpNC6 AT1
Joint Lead Manager
€625m
PerpNC7 AT1
Joint Lead Manager
$750
6NC5 Senior
Joint Lead Manager
£337m
Joint bookrunner to Brickington Trading on secondary placing
€49m
Global Co-ordinator, Joint Bookrunner and Corporate Broker on multiple equity placings
€60m
Manager of share buyback programme
€440m
Joint global coordinator to Cairn Homes on its IPO
€25m
Manager of share buyback programme
€330m
Joint global coordinator on placing and open offer and bookrunner on multiple placings
€43m
Joint bookrunner on secondary placing
€750m
Social 6.5NC5.5 Senior
Joint Lead Manager
€509m
Financial adviser in relation to tender offer
€440m
Joint global coordinator and bookrunner on rights issue
€500m
Green 8NC7 Year Senior
Joint Lead Manager
€300m
Green 11NC10 Yr Senior
Joint Lead Manager
€500m
5 Yr Senior
Joint Lead Manager
$1bn
6NC5 Senior
Joint Lead Manager
€750m
Green 6.25NC5.25 Senior
Joint Lead Manager
€350m
Arranger of term loan, RCF and sale of private placement loan notes
€5m
Irish sponsor and adviser on debt fundraising
Capital Distribution (share buyback and directed buyback)
€1bn
11NC10 Senior
Joint Lead Manager
€70m
Financial adviser on senior debt fundraising
ND
Financial adviser on debt fundraising
€200m
Revolving Credit Facility Sole adviser and arranger
€50m
Co-ordinator of share buyback programme
€20m
Co-ordinator of share buyback programme
€277.5m
Financial adviser on sustainability linked synidate facility
€150m
Financial adviser on debt fundraising
€300m
Coordinator of share buyback programme
Adviser to Playtech on multiple offers for the company.
€177m
Adviser to Yew Grove REIT on sale to Slate Office REIT.
€400m
Joint Bookrunner to Indigo on secondary placing
Adviser to Vision-net on sale to CRIF
€8m
Private equity fundraising
€350m
Private equity fundraising
$200m
Adviser to Taxamo on sale to Vertex
€12m
Tax based fundraising for Sports Clinic
€9.5m
Private equity funding
€70m
Global Co-Ordinator, Joint Bookrunner and Corporate Broker on multiple equity placing
€350m
Financial adviser to An Post on the sale of their shareholding in Premier Lotteries Ireland to La Francaise des Jeux S.A.
Strategic advice to largest shareholder
€80m
Adviser to Precision Biotics on sale to Novozymes
€80m
Placing agent to JC Flowers on secondary placing
€40m
Co-ordinator of share buyback programme
Strategic advice to largest shareholder
Adviser to NTMA on valuation of AIB and BOI
Strategic advice regarding financing of oil storage facilities
Adviser to Mzuri Group on multiple acquisitions
€615m
Global Co-ordinator, Joint Bookrunner and Corporate Broker on multiple equity placings
€14m
Private equity fundraising
€80m
Adviser to Laya Healthcare on sale to AIG
Adviser to Cardinal Capital on investment in Luzern
€77m
Sole Bookrunner to Kerry Co-Op on secondary placing
Strategic advice
€61m
Placing agent for secondary placing
Strategic advice
CAD $178m
Co-manager and adviser to IPL on its IPO on the Toronto Stock Exchange
£206m
Adviser and broker on sale to Epiris
€600m and €200m
Financial adviser on term loan and revolving credit facility for the Celtic Interconnector project
€1.1bn
Adviser and broker to Hibernia REIT on sale to Brookfield
€100m
Sole Bookrunner, Broker and Euronext Growth Adviser to HealthBeacon on its IPO
€200m
Joint bookrunner on the placing of GVC shares on behalf of Playtech
$80m fund
Placing agent
Adviser to Finance Ireland on sale of a majority stake to Shelbourne BidCo
Valuation advice on certain renewable energy assets
€63m
Sole Bookrunner on secondary placing
€49m
Adviser to FBD on disposal of 50% of FBD Property & Leisure
Adviser on strategic growth investment led by Mission Springs Ventures and Pacific Lake Partners.
€60m
Adviser to Elio Networks on sale to Digital 9 Infrastructure
Adviser to Engage EHS on sale to EcoOnline
Private equity fundraising
€300m
Adviser on private placement
€4m
Private equity fundraising
Adviser to An Post on sale of Data Ireland to Autoaddress
Strategic advice.
Adviser to Celtrak on sale to Thermo King
€34m
Adviser to Collagen Solutions on sale to Rosen’s Diversified
Adviser to Chain Reaction Cycles on sale to Wiggle
Adviser to Coillte on multiple valuations in relation to its FuturEnergy JV
Adviser to Comans on joint venture with Heineken
Strategic and funding advisory role
€43m
Private equity fundraising
Adviser to Aviva and AIB on disposal of Aviva Health to Irish Life
€790m
Irish Sponsor and corporate broker on rights issue
€305m
Joint bookrunner on sale of c.5% of AIB
£477m
Adviser to board on sale of Allianz Ireland to Allianz BV
€200m
Financial adviser on debt fundraising
€480m
Joint global bookrunner on sale of shares in AIB Group plc by the Mininster of Finance.
€175m
ESM adviser, joint global coordinator, joint bookrunner and joint broker on placing
Financial adviser on debt fundraising
Strategic and funding advisory role
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What our clients say
The Goodbody Graduate Programme has been a fantastic start to my career, giving me meaningful responsibility from an early stage and the opportunity to learn from supportive colleagues across the business who are genuinely invested in my development.
As a graduate, I felt incorporated into the company as a ‘regular employee’, learned about the entire organisation and no two days were the same.
The Goodbody Graduate Programme has given me the chance to work across a range of divisions, teams and committees, gaining hands-on experience and contributing to work that makes a difference.
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Turn strategic options into value.
From exploring your options to completing the transaction, we’ll help you do the right deal for your business.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Every company is different, but early preparation can significantly improve the outcome. We can help you assess readiness, identify the factors that could drive value and prepare your business for a successful transaction.
As early as possible. A sale can involve significant financial, commercial and operational due diligence. Preparing well in advance can make the process more efficient, address potential issues before they become obstacles and put you in a stronger negotiating position.
There is no single answer. Valuation depends on factors including profitability, growth prospects, market conditions, sector dynamics and potential buyer demand. We provide independent advice to help you understand the potential value of your business and the options available.
Both can deliver attractive outcomes, but the right route depends on your objectives, your business and your plans after the transaction. We can help you understand the implications of each option and identify the potential buyers or investors most aligned with your goals.
Yes. Both are core to what we do. We often work with companies for a number of years as they acquire other companies in their sector across Europe and then selling the entire business further down the track.
Yes, and it’s often where the earliest work happens. We help clients get specific about what a good target looks like before the search even starts, so time isn’t wasted chasing the wrong opportunities.
Yes, regularly. Particularly for Irish and UK businesses attracting interest from overseas buyers. See “Local expertise. Global reach.” above for how our World M&A Alliance membership supports this in practice.
As a guide, an M&A process often takes around six to nine months, although the timeframe can vary considerably depending on the type and complexity of transaction, the parties involved and how prepared the business is.
The earlier the better. Whether you are considering an acquisition, seeking investment or thinking about a future exit, early advice can help you understand your options, prepare properly and put yourself in the strongest position when the time comes to transact.
The answers to these frequently asked questions do not constitute investment advice.
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