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Supporting corporate development - Ernst & Young - Middle East and North Africa

Supporting corporate development

It is hard to imagine a more challenging environment for corporate development. The turbulence in the financial markets has made access to capital extremely difficult. This volatility of financial markets makes it all but impossible to make sensible forecasts and many companies are focusing on survival rather than growth.  However, there are still market growth opportunities for those prepared to seize the moment; any company with access to capital will be in a strong position to make value-enhancing acquisitions.

In this rapidly changing market, the corporate development functions and corporate development officers (CDOs) are more crucial than ever.  CDOs are becoming effective strategic advisors to their boards, actively managing portfolios, divesting non-core assets on accelerated timelines and pursuing acquisitions to transform their market share.  CDOs will need to adapt their current practices and develop new ones.

We are committed to building and supporting the global transaction community and supporting corporate development officers and other leading executives in navigating through transaction strategy and execution. Our priority is to provide you with the insight, experience and knowledge you need in these challenging times to help you balance your short term needs with your long term aspirations.

 

Cross-border transactions in emerging markets

Many businesses are doing transactions in emerging markets, but their potential is not always matched by results. Our analysis of a survey of 300 global transaction leaders offers insight into best practices and principles to get the most out of deals in these challenging markets.

What's next for corporate development? Opportunity and risk in the financial crisis

In these unprecedented times, companies need to look at how transactions can shape their future business. CDOs (corporate development officers) play an increasingly-important role as strategic advisors, actively reviewing portfolios, divesting non-core assets on accelerated timelines and pursuing acquisitions to transform market share. Our latest report (pdf, 5mb) reveals that now, more than ever before, CDOs should be at the heart of corporate strategy.

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