Cash at Close (Cash Consideration)

Cash at close refers to the portion of the purchase price in an M&A transaction that is paid in cash to the seller at the time the deal is completed. It represents the most immediate and liquid form of payment, offering certainty of value to the seller. Cash consideration can be the entire purchase price or part of a broader deal structure that includes shares, earn-outs, or other forms of compensation. The amount of cash at close is often a critical point in negotiations, influencing both deal structure and risk allocation.

P4i structures transactions to optimise cash consideration in line with client objectives, ensuring clarity, fairness, and financial efficiency at closing.