Transactions and Corporate Finance by EY-Parthenon

EY-Parthenon’s market-leading transactions and corporate finance can help companies transform with confidence.

From acquisitions to divestments we help companies deliver real-world value: solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. With deep functional and sector expertise, we take an investor mindset to partnering with CEOs, boards, private equity firms and governments to shape their future. We provide end-to-end solutions across the transaction lifecycle, including M&A and divestment strategy, valuations, and decision modeling to deal origination, financing, integrated diligence, M&A execution, and post-merger integration. We help you reimagine portfolios to achieve your strategic objectives and create new value.

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Geostrategic Analysis: July 2025 edition

Read the July 2025 Geostrategic Analysis for our take on geopolitical developments and the impact of these political risks on international business.

Angelika Goliger

The five habits of successful Geostrategists

All companies are shifting strategies to adapt to geopolitical risk. Here is how to invest more efficiently and strategically than your competitors. Read more.

Transact to transform: How a human focus can unlock deal value

Transactions which have a bold vision, prioritize the workforce and set conditions to navigate hurdles are more likely to transform a business. Learn more.

Liz Fealy + 2

How strategic use of an AI maturity model can maximize GenAI ROI

Explore the realm of Generative AI use cases.

Holger Fehlbier

How a top-down holistic strategy can maximize GenAI ROI

Explore how companies that put strategy first by applying a holistic Generative AI maturity model for AI adoption will be positioned to unlock greater ROI.

Behnaz Saboonchi

How the drivers of private equity value creation are changing

Discover the five key drivers in private equity value creation in uncertain markets.

Bridget Walsh + 3

How GenAI will impact the labor market

Learn about the expected impact of GenAI on the labor market by exploring our four key findings regarding GenAI use.

Prepare now for the new era of selective globalization

Exploring scenarios for the world in five years reveals divergent paths for geopolitics, economic policies and company strategies. Learn more.

Oliver Jones + 2

Harness the productivity potential of GenAI

Explore the likelihood of future substantial productivity gains from the use of generative AI across sectors. Learn more.

Lydia Boussour

Catalyze economic growth through capital investment in GenAI

Boost to global GDP growth from increased investment in GenAI R&D, infrastructure, software creation and company adoption will be significant. Learn more.

Gregory Daco

Tech disruptions can inform the economic impact of AI

Discover learnings from three key historical episodes of rapid technological change that may help predict the economic impact of AI.

Lydia Boussour

Top 10 geopolitical developments for 2024

An even more complex geopolitical environment is on the horizon. Learn how businesses need to innovate and adapt their strategies to stay ahead.

Courtney Rickert McCaffrey + 2

How a cosmetics giant’s transformation strategy is unlocking value

Shiseido, the largest Japanese beauty company, is reimagining its functions, processes and systems to create a global operating model. Learn more.

Reframing the future of an iconic skiwear brand

EY-Parthenon helped BOGNER refinance, reshape and return to profitability in spite of the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more.

Falco Weidemeyer

The EY-Parthenon Transactions and Corporate Finance team

Sarel Strydom

EY Africa Africa Transaction Diligence Leader

Committed to being a distinct market leader by building experienced and diverse teams across Africa. Dedicated father and husband. Music, mountain biking, golf and nature provide sanity.

Johannesburg, South Africa

Graham Stokoe

EY Private Capital Leader, EY Africa

Passionate about developing trusted transaction advisors. Enabling capital flows to growing African businesses. Dedicated husband, father. Enjoys sport, the outdoors and spending time with loved ones.

Johannesburg, South Africa

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