United Arab Emirates M&A Target Sourcing Consulting
YCP excels in United Arab Emirates M&A Target Sourcing Consulting, helping clients thrive in UAE's competitive market sectors through comprehensive consulting services. With decades of experience, YCP brings a hands-on support approach to ensure success in identifying optimal M&A opportunities.

YCP in Numbers
When entering the UAE M&A market, knowing that cross-border deals account for
66%
of all M&A transactions* is crucial for effective target sourcing aligned with local dynamics.
Source: Refinitiv, 2024
YCP M&A Target Sourcing Experts in United Arab Emirates
In the fiercely competitive United Arab Emirates market, businesses across various industries continuously seek a dependable M&A Target Sourcing Consulting provider to adapt to evolving landscapes. Companies that wish to maintain their edge require strategic insight and expertise to identify promising acquisition targets that align with their growth objectives.
YCP, with its team of seasoned global professionals, offers top-tier M&A Target Sourcing Consulting services that have proven instrumental in helping clients navigate market entry and expansion in the UAE. Our profound industry knowledge and hands-on approach enable us to overcome market barriers, ensuring that each client's strategic goals are effectively met.
Choosing YCP as your M&A Target Sourcing Consulting partner ensures you leverage unmatched expertise and strategic guidance. Our proven track record in the United Arab Emirates establishes YCP as a trusted ally for businesses seeking sustainable success and competitive advantage.
Navigate and Succeed: United Arab Emirates M&A Target Sourcing at Your Service
In the dynamic business landscape of the United Arab Emirates, numerous industries face the growing necessity for efficient M&A Target Sourcing Consulting. The rapid economic evolution in the region demands refined strategies to pinpoint valuable opportunities. Companies strive to enhance their foothold in this competitive market and require a partner skilled in navigating complex M&A processes for sustained growth.
YCP stands as a robust advisory firm, seamlessly delivering M&A Target Sourcing Consulting to businesses aspiring to expand within the UAE. Our profound industry insight and strategic approaches empower clients to identify and engage with the most promising merger and acquisition targets. With a deep understanding of local market intricacies, YCP ensures a tailored solution for achieving optimal business outcomes.
Our dedicated team bridges the gap between current capabilities and aspirational goals, offering clients peace of mind in their strategic pursuits. Leveraging extensive experience and analytical prowess, YCP meticulously supports firms in aligning with well-matched partners, ensuring precision and excellence in M&A endeavors. In the UAE's competitive environment, YCP acts as a steadfast ally for those seeking success in their expansion efforts.
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Dominate United Arab Emirates Through M&A Target Sourcing
Rising Deal Volume Necessitates Expert Guidance
- Projected M&A deal volume in the UAE to exceed $27B by 2025, a steep increase from previous years, signaling a critical need for specialized consulting expertise.
- Leveraging this growing market with expert M&A consulting services could significantly boost efficiency and strategic alignment for successful investment outcomes.
Navigating Complex Regulatory Landscapes
- Complex regulatory frameworks in the UAE require meticulous navigation, making specialized consulting vital for mitigating risks and ensuring compliance swiftly.
- Effective management within regulatory boundaries potentially increases transaction success rates and securely positions businesses in lucrative markets.
Capitalizing on Sector Growth through M&A
- In 2023, sectors like healthcare and technology show a projected annual growth of 9% and 14% respectively, providing fertile ground for M&A activities and service expansion.
- With strategic M&A initiatives, M&A Target Sourcing consulting can tap into these sectoral growth opportunities, fostering long-term market presence.
Enhancing Value through Cross-Border Deals
- Cross-border M&A transactions in the UAE have risen by nearly 20%, highlighting expansive global market access which trusted consulting services can unlock.
- This trend can be amplified by forming strategic partnerships, driving diverse market entries, and strengthening competitive stature worldwide.
Our Clients
We have worked with more than 2000 companies throughout various industries.






What Our Clients Say About Us
"It has been a great experience working with the YCP project team. The market insights and strategic assessments were well-researched, analyzed and presented; ensuring that we have a deeper understanding of the business dynamics in the Middle East. This has helped SATS to validate its business case projections, as well as strengthened its intended strategies to grow in the market. We are equally impressed by the timeliness and quick turnaround of the project, given the compressed time that we have set for the project team. The personal involvement of the team has underscored the high quality of client service that YCP pledges. We are happy to recommend YCP and of course, look forward to engaging them again in future endeavors."
AVP Corporate Business Development
SATS (Singapore Airport Terminal Services)
"We have now completed our study on entering a new market successfully and I wish to thank the YCP team for the professional and urgent approach given our requirement relating to the specific market assessments, feasibility studies, a partner search and financial evaluation on a primary acquisition target in our market of interest. I am satisfied YCP developed a differentiated route-to-market strategy that is comprehensive and delivered pleasingly ahead of time to meet our tight deadlines. Our objectives were met in full and I look forward to working with the YCP team again in the future."

General Manager
Abu Dhabi Motors
Results Through Expertise: Case Studies
Learn how we help clients build and implement strategies
that drive sustainable growth in today’s complex business landscape.
Corporate Entity Restructuring Advisory and M&A Target Search
Client
Fortune 500 MNC leader in medical imaging
Area
Indonesia
Expertise Scope
Mergers & Acquisition PMO
Project Summary
Amid the parent company's restructuring, our client sought YCP's expertise in re-entry strategy and M&A target identification. With our in-depth analysis, we negotiated with two M&A targets for 100% acquisition, saving over EUR 100M in investments.
Global M&A Target Search for Automotive Client
Client
An automotive leader in Europe searching for global M&A opportunities
Area
Europe
Expertise Scope
Relationship Facilitation, Commercial Due Diligence, Third-Party Coordination
Project Summary
Our team established rapport between the client and target, where we acted as an agent on behalf of the client. We facilitated the development of relationships with viable targets, aiming to secure a Letter of Intent (LOI). Additionally, we supported the data exchange process, conducted commercial due diligence, and coordinated necessary third-party diligence activities, such as legal and tax reviews.
YCP in Media











Our Group CEO Yuki Ishida and Managing Partner Karambir Anand shared insights at the ASEAN–Japan Young Business Leaders’ Summit.

At the Asian Power Summit 2025, our Director Harika G. led a session on Asia’s evolving energy mix.

Singapore Business Review featured Karambir Anand on Singapore’s expanding solar capacity and energy challenges.
Publications

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India’s CRDMO Market: Building Momentum through Operational Excellence
India’s CRDMO market is growing rapidly, driven by China+1 strategies, funding access, and policy support. However, scale, cost pressure, and regulatory demands pose challenges. To compete globally, companies will depend on operational excellence, technology adoption, and building scalable, end-to-end capabilities.

Employee Wellness in the Age of Healthtech
Employee wellness is becoming a strategic priority as workforce expectations evolve. Health technology is shifting programs toward personalized, proactive solutions, particularly across Asia. While data, privacy, and ROI challenges remain, organizations that integrate technology with human-centered design can build more resilient workforces.
Meet Our Experts
Establish industry dominance with our experts and partners

Pilar Dieter
Managing Partner
Nationality: American
Region Coverage:
Asia, North America
Past Experience:
Alaris Consulting

Jun Amano
Partner
Nationality: Japanese
Region Coverage:
Europe
Past Experience:
Dentsu Inc

Mehdi Jaouadi
Partner
Nationality: French
Region Coverage:
Asia, Europe, South America
Past Experience:
METRO AG, L'Oréal

Laurent Fihey
Partner
Nationality: French
Region Coverage:
Europe, Asia, Middle East, Africa, North America, South America
Past Experience:
Arthur Andersen, Advancy
Talk to Our M&A Target Sourcing Experts
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YCP Group is the leading professional firm in Asia empowering excellence through diverse expertise:
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- YCP Auctus
- YCP Consus

