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dups in the press
On the weekend of January 17, 2026, an extensive article about dups appeared in L’Echo.
5 practical tips to prevent shareholder conflicts
In this article, you will find five practical tips for avoiding conflicts between shareholders.
Every entrepreneur deserves an External Advisory Board or a Board of Directors with External Directors
Entrepreneurs are confronted with various fires that need to be put out on a daily basis. Entrepreneurship is sometimes a bit like riding a bike without hands, with your nose on the front wheel or your head in the sand.
When the seller becomes a partner: the story of a successful transfer
In the world of mergers and acquisitions, every business transfer project tells a unique story: that of a leader passing on the torch and a buyer taking over a project that has often been built over decades of effort, doubt, and success.
EBITDA and normalizations... essential for valuation
A commonly used measure of financial performance and valuation is EBITDA. However, this does not always provide a complete picture of actual business operations.
Mediation: an effective method for resolving conflicts between shareholders and directors
Mediation is an effective method for resolving conflicts between shareholders and directors.
The transfer of a family business – more than just a transaction
Belgium is and remains a country of family businesses. When the next generation grows up and comes of age, the question inevitably arises: what will be the future of the family business?
Anticipating shareholder conflicts
Disputes between shareholders can have a disruptive and paralysing effect. Shareholder disputes can be prevented, for example, by including specific provisions in your company’s articles of association or in a shareholders’ agreement.
Uncertainty and business valuation: the impact on takeovers and family business transmissions.
Why Belgian SMEs are vulnerable to geopolitical storms.
Due Diligence in M&A
An M&A due diligence process begins once a Letter of Intent (LOI) is signed between buyer and seller or a Non-Binding Offer (NBO) is accepted by the seller. This process is one of the most crucial steps in any M&A transaction.
How to finance a business acquisition? From equity to external resources.
In this article, we would like to explain a few different types of financing.
The Belgian M&A market in 2024: stability on the surface?
The latest Vlerick report on the Belgian M&A market is out. As always, it provides valuable insight into the evolving dynamics of dealmaking in Belgium.
Annual shareholder meeting: some practical tips
The season of shareholder meetings is quietly picking up speed again.
Recognized service provider for the KMO-portefeuille
Since April 7, deminor NXT has been officially recognized by the Flemish Government (VLAIO) as a service provider in the context of the KMO-portefeuille.
The shareholders' agreement: what, why and how?
Our practice always leads us to the same conclusion: the importance and undeniable usefulness of early agreements between shareholders.
Earn-out, deferred payment, vendor loan: how deal structuring creates balance beyond the price tag
In a company sale, the price is rarely just one number. What we often refer to as the “purchase price” is, in reality, a combination of several financial mechanisms, designed to allocate risk more fairly, smooth financing efforts, or make the deal more achievable.
Here are the 10 mistakes you should not make in a family business
Governance plays a crucial role in the success of a family business. Good governance creates a framework for clear and transparent decisions, fostering a positive and balanced environment for both the family and the business.
The main pitfalls in a management buyout/-in
A management buyout (MBO) or management buy-in (MBI) is a common strategy for acquiring companies, with a strong focus on continuity and value creation.
Debate evening deminor NXT - Planet Group Arena Ghent
Conflict in the board room. From trench warfare to constructive dialogue.
Understanding Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC): Key Insights for Businesses
The Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) is a critical metric for businesses seeking financing, whether through equity from investors or debt from banking institutions. It reflects the cost to the company of obtaining these funds.
Power of management and power of representation in Belgian company law: watch out for confusion!
Governance and representation are two key concepts in the context of corporate governance. In practice, however, it is often found that the delineation of these concepts is not always clear to the actors involved in the economic world.
Neutralisation suspect period in case of indirect gifts
Since the abolition of the “cheese route”, a way to donate movable property directly and without gift tax via a Dutch notary, indirect donations are increasingly in the picture as alternative planning techniques.
ESG in Belgian SMEs: an effort that will pay off
Small and medium-sized enterprises are also feeling the impact of the increasing importance of sustainable business. ESG topics are moving up the agenda at more and more companies.
The season of general meetings is open!
Have your agenda ready: the season of general meetings has kicked off! In Belgium, a crucial moment for companies and their shareholders.
Fundraising for startups
For startups, fundraising is often a critical milestone on the journey to success. However, with the right approach and preparation, startups can increase their chances of securing the funding they need to thrive.
An exit transaction of a (minority) shareholder.
Without proper preparation and thoughtful roadmap, there will be no exit under the best conditions.
Succession in your company
For entrepreneurs who still need to make changes to their articles of association before the end of 2023, it is recommended to think about a succession scenario in case they become (temporarily) incapacitated or go missing, in addition to the mostly purely terminological changes.
Debate evening deminor NXT - Ghelamco Arena Ghent
Transactions between shareholders. The art of value creation.