Due Diligence & Valuation for a Landscaping Business

Client / Industry Brief

The client currently owns and operates a landscaping business that was founded in 2016.
The landscaping industry in Qatar is heavily influenced by the construction sector which is driven by the upcoming FIFA 2022 World Cup.
The company had a mix of government contracts and private sector clients.

Developing the required context and gathering management inputs from internal stakeholders and promoters on the current operations, challenges and future vision for the company.
Validation of inputs received from the management, finance and current operation team.
Draw inferences from financial analysis and identify key value drivers to plot the current valuation for the company which can be used as a reference for value-unlocking initiatives.
Provide the promoter with a comprehensive valuation model, report and investor teaser by which he could pitch the sale of the company to potential investors

Based on analysis conducted, EmPact defined the key success factors for the proposed venture as follows:
In-depth financial analysis to come up with a valuation for the business.
Preparation of an investor teaser with which the promoter can present to investors interested in a stake sale or outright acquisition of the business