We understand how AI, regulation and investor focus on sustainable growth is shaping fintech. FOCUS positions fintech businesses around revenue quality, scalability, and differentiation to drive strong outcomes.We understand how AI, regulation and investor focus on sustainable growth is shaping fintech. FOCUS positions fintech businesses around revenue quality, scalability, and differentiation to drive strong outcomes.
With significant transaction experience involving leading global corporates, combined with deep strategic relationships across the sector, we understand the critical drivers of value in fintech today—including revenue quality, technological differentiation, competitive positioning and scalability.
Whether you are a founder-led business, an established platform or an investor evaluating strategic opportunities, our dedicated fintech team combines sector expertise, key relationships and transaction experience to deliver optimal outcomes at every stage of the fintech lifecycle.
Our senior-led team understands the nuances across fintech sectors, from payments economics to regulatory complexity and embedded finance trends.
We stay ahead of capital markets conditions, valuation trends, and buyer appetite – ensuring your strategy is aligned with real-time market dynamics.
Access to a global network of strategic acquirers, private equity firms, and capital providers actively investing in fintech.
Our team has a strong track record of successfully closing domestic and cross border transactions across market cycles.
Our team brings deep fintech experience. We position businesses effectively and execute transactions with confidence.
“The support we received from FOCUS reflects the confidence they have in our business and the growth we expect in the future. FOCUS understands all that we do and well positioned us in front of a variety of lenders. We look forward to expanding our relationship as our business grows.”
Jared Feldman
CEO and Founder, FORA Financial
“I met Eoin O’Keefe and Donal Cantillon after which I immediately knew FOCUS was the right company to sell Insight Insurance on our behalf. Nobody has worked harder in the process. Their attention to detail and expert guidance along the way has helped us to achieve an excellent outcome for our business. You need to have FOCUS by your side every step of the way if you intend on selling your business.”
"I would like to thank Alan and Owen in FOCUS Capital Partners for their commitment and professionalism throughout this process. The advice and support received from FOCUS Capital Partners has led to a fantastic result for Aspire Technology and everyone associated with the company."
Bill Walsh
CEO and Founder, Aspire Technology
We help fintech founders and shareholders increase value through a disciplined, highly competitive sale process. Our team positions your business to highlight key value drivers and through our global access, we identify and engage a targeted group of strategic and financial buyers, negotiating terms that align with your financial objectives, growth vision, and other strategic considerations.
Learn MoreFor clients seeking growth through acquisition, we deliver targeted, research-driven sourcing and execution. We identify and evaluate opportunities aligned with your strategic priorities – whether expanding into new geographies, enhancing product capabilities, or deepening vertical expertise.
Our team understands what drives value in fintech transactions and supports you through diligence, structuring, and post-transaction integration planning.
In a more selective capital environment, accessing the right capital partner is critical. We advise fintech companies on raising growth capital, executing minority or majority strategic investments, and structuring debt solutions, helping to position businesses around profitability, scalability, and quality of revenue.
We leverage deep relationships with private equity firms, investors, growth equity funds, and lenders who understand fintech business models – from SaaS-based platforms to transaction-based revenue streams – to deliver the right capital partner.
Valuation depends on EBITDA, growth, margins, and buyer demand within your industry. Factors like recurring revenue, customer mix, and scalability also influence how buyers assess value.
The right time depends on performance, market conditions, and your personal goals. Strong financial results and buyer demand can create favorable timing, even in evolving markets.
Strategic buyers and private equity firms are active across many industries. The right buyer depends on your company’s size, growth profile, and strategic fit within the market.
Most sale processes take 9 – 12 months from preparation through closing. Timing can vary based on complexity, diligence, and market conditions, but a structured process helps ensure efficiency.
FOCUS delivers tailored M&A, capital raising and sale preparation advisory services to founder-led businesses and SMEs. With deep industry expertise and global reach, we help clients navigate complexity and achieve successful outcomes.
