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BUSINESS ADVISORY · BUSINESS REORGANISATION
Business Reorganisation
Realign. Restructure. Grow Stronger.
OUR SERVICES FOR BUSINESS REORGANISATION
Business reorganisation, from strategy to execution
Transaction, regulatory and implementation support tailored to your business objectives.
Demerger & Spin-off
Plan the separation of business divisions, assets and operations.
Amalgamation & Merger
Coordinate merger planning, documentation and statutory steps.
Slump Sale of Undertaking
Structure a transfer of an undertaking as a going concern.
Strategic Divestment & Carve-out
Support the sale or separation of a business or investment.
Business Transfer & Restructuring
Assess transfer routes and related operational changes.
Group Rationalisation & Simplification
Streamline group entities and clarify business responsibilities.
Regulatory Approvals & Compliance
Identify and coordinate transaction-related approvals and filings.
Post-Transaction Integration Support
Coordinate implementation and integration after completion.
KEY BENEFITS
Why Business Reorganisation is Important?
A considered reorganisation can help align business units, ownership and assets with changing commercial priorities.
Considered for your next chapter.
Optimises tax and regulatory efficiency
Plan transactions with applicable tax and regulatory requirements in view.
Improves operational efficiency
Align business units and responsibilities to support more efficient operations.
Unlocks shareholder value
Review opportunities to improve value and focus for shareholders.
Facilitates strategic growth and diversification
Position the business to pursue strategic priorities and new opportunities.
Enhances asset protection
Consider how assets, activities and risks are organised across entities.
Enables exit or entry of investors
Support investor participation, divestment and ownership changes.
Resolves legacy and non-core business issues
Address legacy arrangements and activities outside the core business.
Simplifies group structure and governance
Clarify group relationships, decision-making and oversight.
COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS
Common Business Reorganisation Options
Compare common reorganisation routes by transaction form, approvals, tax treatment and business purpose.
| Features | Merger (Amalgamation) | Demerger (Spin-off) | Slump Sale | Strategic Divestment | Asset Transfer | Internal Restructuring |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nature | Combine two or more entities | Split a business into separate entities | Transfer of undertaking as a going concern | Sale of stake in a business | Transfer of specific assets / liabilities | Reorganisation within group |
| Regulatory Approval | NCLT (in most cases) | NCLT | Generally not required (thresholds may apply) | Sector dependent | Depends on nature | Generally not required |
| Tax Treatment | May be tax neutral (u/s 2(1B), IT Act) | May be tax neutral (u/s 2(19AA), IT Act) | Taxable (subject to conditions) | Capital gains | Taxable (as applicable) | Depends on structure |
| Business Continuity | Continues in merged entity | Separate entities post demerger | Transferred to buyer | Investor exits / partial stake | Selected assets transferred | Reorganised within group |
| Suitable For | Scale and consolidation | Unlock value, separate businesses | Exit non-core business | Raise capital / strategic partner | Transfer specific assets | Simplify group, realign structure |
Use this overview as a starting point for advice on the proposed structure and circumstances.
INDIA BUSINESS REORGANISATION
Business Reorganisation in India
- Governed by Companies Act, 2013, Income Tax Act and SEBI regulations (where applicable)
- Requires approvals from ROC, NCLT, SEBI and sectoral regulators, as applicable
- Tax treatment may be neutral or taxable depending on the transaction and applicable law
- RBI/SEBI/FEMA approvals may be required for foreign investment or cross-border transactions
- Used for group rationalisation, succession planning and asset segregation
GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
Global Perspective (Selected Jurisdictions)
- Commonly used in the US, UK, Singapore, UAE and other major jurisdictions
- May be achieved through statutory merger, demerger, asset transfer or share deals
- Tax-efficient reorganisation regimes are available in many jurisdictions, subject to local requirements
- Greater flexibility in structuring global groups
- Popular for cross-border expansion, holding structures and investment readiness
KEY REORGANISATION STRUCTURES
Key Reorganisation Structures We Advise
- Amalgamation / Merger
- Demerger / Spin-off
- Slump Sale
- Strategic Divestment
- Group Rationalisation
- Cross-border Restructuring
OUR APPROACH
Simple, transparent and timely
A clear sequence of decisions and filings, coordinated around complete information and authority processing.
- 01
Understand Business Goals
Review strategic objectives, business lines and stakeholder priorities.
- 02
Analyse Current Structure
Assess the existing group, ownership, assets and obligations.
- 03
Design Optimal Solution
Compare reorganisation routes and recommend a suitable structure.
- 04
Regulatory Approvals & Documentation
Prepare transaction documents and coordinate required approvals.
- 05
Implementation Support
Support filings, transfer steps and transaction execution.
- 06
Post-Transaction Integration
Assist with integration, governance and post-completion requirements.
DOCUMENTS & REQUIREMENTS
Documents Required (Indicative)
The final checklist depends on the entities, transaction structure and approvals involved.
- Board resolutions of all entities
- Draft scheme or transaction documents
- Audited financial statements (last 3 years)
- Valuation report (if applicable)
- List of assets and liabilities
- Shareholding pattern
- Tax and regulatory compliance certificates
- Sector-specific approvals (if required)
- Other documents as advised for the proposed transaction
PROS AND CONS
Pros and Cons of Business Reorganisation
Key Advantages
- Tax optimisation and efficiency
- Operational streamlining
- Unlocks value and attracts investors
- Flexibility for expansion and diversification
- Better governance and asset protection
- Enables succession planning
- Exit from non-core businesses
Key Challenges
- Complex structuring and approvals
- Time and cost involved
- Regulatory and tax compliance requirements
- Potential stamp duty implications
- Valuation and accounting complexities
- Stakeholder and creditor consent
- Integration and post-transaction challenges
OUR PROFESSIONAL FEES (INDICATIVE)
Professional Fees (Indicative)
Select the level of support that fits your transaction. Final scope and applicable charges are confirmed before engagement.
Basic Advisory Package
₹49,999/-- Initial consultation
- High-level options analysis
- Preliminary report
Comprehensive Package
₹1,49,999/-- Detailed structuring analysis
- Documentation support
- Regulatory coordination
- Post-implementation advisory (3 months)
Customised Solutions
Multi-jurisdiction transactions, complex group restructuring, M&A and divestment support, and a dedicated relationship manager.
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TESTIMONIALS
Clear advice. Practical direction.
Perspectives shared with permission by clients of our advisory teams.
Astronis Global brought clarity and commercial focus to a complex restructuring exercise. Their advice was practical, timely and easy for our leadership team to act on.
The team understood our regulatory requirements quickly and helped us move forward with confidence. We valued their responsiveness and disciplined follow-through.
Astronis Global provided dependable support across multiple registrations and approvals. Their communication was clear, structured and consistently professional.
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