Dubai · UAE · GCC · International
Independent M&A and corporate finance advisory for companies and shareholders across the UAE and the region.
We advise on buying and selling companies, corporate restructuring and raising capital — with discretion, cross-border reach and a senior, hands-on team engaged on every mandate.
What we do
A focused advisory practice, built around the decisions that define a company.
Our approach
Senior-led, discreet, and rigorous — from first conversation to close.
We are deliberately selective about the mandates we take on, so that the experienced professionals who win your trust are the ones who run your transaction. Every engagement is grounded in disciplined process: thorough due diligence, defensible valuation, careful negotiation and controlled execution.
We measure success by outcomes and long-term relationships, not transaction volume.
Discretion
Sensitive ownership decisions handled with strict confidentiality.
Cross-border reach
Connecting UAE and GCC businesses with international capital and counterparties.
Institutional rigour
A structured, evidence-based process behind every recommendation.
Alignment
Compensation weighted to successful outcomes for our clients.
Heritage
A new firm, built on decades of landmark transaction experience.
Prior to founding RV Capital, our leadership built and led Hefestos Capital, the leading M&A and corporate finance advisory firm in Southeast Europe.
- Cumulative transaction value
- USD 11bn+Cumulative transaction value
- Landmark closed transactions
- 15+Landmark closed transactions
- Ranked M&A & privatization advisor in Southeast Europe, 2002–2020
- #1Ranked M&A & privatization advisor in Southeast Europe, 2002–2020
Transactions listed were executed by RV Capital’s founding team prior to establishing RV Capital, while at Hefestos Capital d.o.o., Belgrade.
Sectors
Deep familiarity across the sectors that drive the regional economy.
Insights
Perspectives on M&A and corporate finance in the UAE.
Common questions
What owners and investors ask us
Straight answers to the questions we hear most often from company owners, investors and family offices considering a transaction in the UAE.
How much does it cost to sell a business in the UAE?
Advisory fees for a company sale are usually a combination of a modest monthly retainer and a success fee payable on completion, expressed as a percentage of transaction value. The exact structure depends on the size and complexity of the deal. We agree fees transparently at the outset so there are no surprises, and the bulk of our compensation is tied to a successful outcome.
How long does an M&A process take?
A typical sell-side or buy-side M&A process in the UAE runs from about six to twelve months from mandate to completion, though timelines vary with the size of the business, the number of counterparties, the depth of due diligence and the regulatory approvals required. Thorough preparation before going to market is the single biggest factor in a faster, smoother process.
Do I need an M&A advisor to sell my company?
You are not required to use one, but an experienced advisor typically improves both the outcome and the certainty of a sale. An advisor prepares the business for market, runs a competitive and confidential process, brings qualified buyers to the table, and negotiates on your behalf — allowing you to keep running the company while the process is managed professionally.
How do you value a business?
We use a combination of established methods — discounted cash flow, comparable company and precedent transaction multiples, and asset-based approaches — cross-checked against what buyers in your sector are actually paying. The right method depends on the nature of the business; the goal is a defensible valuation range you can rely on in negotiations.
Is my information kept confidential?
Yes. Discretion is fundamental to how we work. Sensitive information is shared only with qualified, approved counterparties under confidentiality agreements, and a sale process can be run on a confidential basis so that staff, customers and competitors are not alerted until you choose to disclose.
Do you work on cross-border transactions?
Yes. A large share of activity in the UAE and GCC involves international buyers, sellers and capital. We regularly connect regional businesses with international counterparties and vice versa, managing the additional coordination, structuring and diligence that cross-border transactions require.
Considering a sale, an acquisition, or a capital raise?
Start a confidential conversation with our team. We are based in Dubai Silicon Oasis and work with clients across the UAE and internationally.