ESG Due Diligence (DD) is transforming how deals are evaluated and executed in Pakistan's M&A landscape. As investor sentiment and public attention shifts towards sustainable business practices, comprehensive ESG assessment has become a critical factor in transaction success. ESG DD can help clients fulfil investors' requirements by bringing together observations and obligations regarding ESG risks and opportunities.
For businesses in Pakistan, understanding a target's ESG practices is becoming essential, particularly when engaging with international investors or pursuing cross-border transactions. Companies need to identify and mitigate potential ESG risks while capitalizing on opportunities, whether on buy-side or sell-side transactions, during refinancing rounds, or in preparation for an IPO.
Through our ESG DD services, clients gain detailed risk and opportunity awareness, along with benchmarking insights against both local and international standards. Our holistic approach, integrated into the deal process, helps realize cost savings by identifying potential showstoppers while highlighting value creation opportunities.
ESG DD serves as the foundation for ESG Value Creation, helping organizations enhance their profitability and valuation by leveraging sustainable practices.
ESG DD provides a thorough evaluation of environmental, social, and governance risks, liabilities, and value creation opportunities that could materially impact a target's valuation and long-term success, whether it's a portfolio company or an acquisition target.
Syed Ahson Ali Shah