Enhancing investor relations
through communication
The financial market is highly regulated with policy makers constantly monitoring its operations. This contributes to the need for appropriate relations with a broad range of stakeholders, beyond just investors. When Kreab advises clients on issues, it brings together financial and public affairs communications, including IPOs, deals requiring authority clearance or investments in publicly funded projects.
Corporate defence
Corporate defence
A hostile transaction is generally defined as one that does not have the support of the management or board. We advise management on corporate defence strategies and protect them from unfriendly overtures.
Financial reporting
Financial reporting
Reporting on a company’s financial situation is essential in maintaining or building a solid relationship with the company’s shareholders and the financial market. Developing reports, drafting financial messages, navigating strict regulations and explaining complex figures in a clear, concise way is our aim.
Investor relations
Investor relations
A long-term perspective and consistency are essential elements in communicating with financial markets. We help clients implement road shows and establish relations with crucial groups such as investors, analysts, regulators and the financial media.
IPO/Capital raising
IPO/Capital raising
Preparing a company for a public listing involves building an IR infrastructure including rules, codes and governance issues. Building shareholder value as a public company or with a new owner starts with strong communications and a compelling corporate story which we endeavour to achieve for our clients.
M&A
M&A
An M&A process exposes a company to immense challenges. We regularly advise clients on corporate story development, relation-building activities with stakeholders, decision makers and media.We also conduct extensive risk analysis including a communications due diligence.
Privatization
Privatization
Acquiring a publicly owned company requires patience, tact and skill. The level of prestige involved can be massive, risking a harsh and protracted media campaign if not managed correctly. We have the experience and understanding necessary to manage sensitive political issues such as privatization processes.
Alternative investments
Alternative investments
We appreciate the challenges faced by private equity firms and have assisted many of them in managing communications related to their own corporate reputation and proposed deals by identifying sensitive issues and helping them understand market sentiments.