Transaction advisory

M&A and transaction advisory that unlocks value at every stage of a transaction

Let the numbers speak for themselves

1,100+

Deals completed annually

850+

M&A consultants

2,900+

Private equity and venture capital client relationships

1,100+

Public companies served

Navigating complexity with clarity. Guiding decisions with experience.

Today’s mergers and acquisitions landscape is shaped by shifting valuations, market uncertainty and evolving deal dynamics. You need more than technical support—you need a trusted advisor who understands your unique situation and sees around hidden corners.

At every stage of a transaction—as a buyer or a seller—we help you navigate complexity, minimize risk and unlock value. Whether you’re a corporate acquirer or private equity investor, we bring deep industry knowledge, market insight and tailored strategies to meet your goals.

We provide end-to-end transaction support, from deal strategy and readiness through diligence, execution and integration. At RSM, our team helps uncover risks, identify growth levers and deliver practical, data-driven insights that align with your objectives.

Working with RSM means:

  • An advisor who understands the current market and your industry
  • Precision across acquisitions and divestitures
  • Scalable solutions backed by real-time market dynamics and experience
  • A collaborative, transparent approach tailored to your needs

As a first-choice advisor to the middle market, we help you move forward with confidence—turning each transaction into the value you expect.

RSM's quality of earnings assessment provided crucial insights into our acquisition target's financial landscape. Their deep [experience] in government contracting and compliance with DFARS transformed our approach, ensuring we met all regulatory requirements seamlessly. From transaction support to post-close accounting, RSM's comprehensive capabilities have made them an indispensable [advisor] for our dynamic business needs.
Alan Edrick, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, OSI Systems, Inc.

Acquisitions

Achieving value in an acquisition starts with the right insights and ends with seamless integration. At RSM, we support you across the entire lifecycle—from diligence to day-one readiness and long-term integration. Our approach aligns people, processes and systems with your investment objectives to minimize risk and accelerate value. Whether it’s evaluating synergies, assessing operational fit or navigating complex financials, we provide you with the clarity and direction to move forward with confidence.

Divestitures

A successful divestiture requires speed, precision and minimal business disruption. At RSM, we help you plan and execute carve-outs, spinoffs and asset sales with a focus on value preservation and risk management. From early-stage readiness through execution, we tailor our approach to enable a clean separation, seamless compliance and strategic continuity—while positioning the remaining business for long-term growth.

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