How exactly do we define “acquisition financing”?

With this offer we address professional buyers who want to acquire medium-sized companies. These can be private equity firms or family offices.

What is particularly important here?

There is usually a very limited time frame for corporate acquisitions. Even though due diligence can sometimes be a lengthy process, things usually have to happen very rapidly in the actual bidding phase. For us as a bank, this means that we have to gain a deep understanding of the acquisition project fast in order to be able to give binding statements. This requires a lot of practical experience and also autonomous working of the consultants involved. As a small bank with extremely short distances, we can do both.

What makes IBB particularly attractive to customers?

Our specialty is financing corporate acquisitions that are too small for major banks. Simultaneously, unlike many smaller regional or local banks, we operate on a nationwide scale. This combination is particularly attractive for institutional corporate buyers who do not handle just one project but work nationwide. People know each other and can work together more efficiently.

What experience does IBB have in this area?

We have been financing corporate acquisitions for more than a decade. During this period, we have managed projects in the range of €1.5 million to €25 million.