The M&A Entrepreneurs
Saxenhammer is a member of Clairfield International, one of the leading global alliances of independent M&A advisory firms. Our clients benefit from first-class cross-border transaction experience, international sector expertise, and direct access to strategic buyers, investors, and decision-makers in over 32 countries.
International M&A expertise for the German Mid- Market
Saxenhammer is a partner of Clairfield International in Germany. As a specialized M&A boutique for German SMEs, our close collaboration with Clairfield International gives us direct access to international buyers, investors, and strategic partners – particularly for cross-border transactions.
By jointly managing mandates, multinational transactions can be implemented efficiently – for example, when subsidiaries in several countries are involved or complex corporate structures are involved. The exchange within the partnership ensures seamless litigation across national and language borders.
Clairfield International, headquartered in Geneva, is a partnership of global M&A and corporate finance advisory firms with over 400 professionals in 32 countries on five continents – including Europe, North and South America, Africa, Asia, and Australia.
In 2024, Clairfield International advised on more than 200 transactions worldwide, making it one of the top 10 M&A advisory firms in Europe. Over the past five years, a total of over 790 transactions with a cumulative volume of more than €30 billion have been successfully completed.
Amsterdam | Antwerp | Atlanta | Bangkok | Barcelona | Berlin | Brisbane | Brussels | Bucharest | Buenos Aires | Copenhagen | Frankfurt | Geneva | Hanoi City | Istanbul | Jakarta | Johannesburg | Lagos | London | Mexico City | Milan | Montreal | Mumbai | Munich | New York | Paris | Prague | São Paulo | Shanghai | Singapore | Sydney | Tel Aviv | Tokyo | Toronto | Vienna | Warsaw | Zurich
Clairfield International was founded in 2004 and advises large corporations, family businesses, founder-led growth companies, public institutions, as well as private equity and venture capital investors on mid-cap transactions. We connect our clients with regional and international strategic partners, investors, and decision-makers, offering them expert knowledge of local markets, regulations, and cultures. Our industry groups, as well as our ESG and Debt Advisory practice groups, offer world-class expertise and capabilities in M&A, corporate finance, and strategic consulting. Clairfield is one of the world's leading independent M&A advisors.
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Globally active – locally anchored
Clairfield combines local market knowledge with global reach. Over 40 offices on five continents work closely together to identify the best partner or investor for every transaction – whether in Europe, Asia, North America, or beyond.
Clairfield International is particularly strong in North America and Asia – two regions where many strategic buyers for European mid-sized companies are located. Clairfield thus ideally complements Saxenhammer's European market expertise and creates a bridge to international investors.
This proximity to markets and decision-makers enables a seamless process for international projects – from the initial approach through due diligence to successful completion. This global partnership is a clear competitive advantage, especially for mid-sized companies where discretion, trust, and timing are crucial.
