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Our research-based M&A practice supports vetted companies at every stage, from valuation and opportunity assessment to post-deal integration.
We use the Capability Maturity framework, Metrix 2.0™ to focus on long-term value creation and strategic alignment that drive multiples and post-merger success.

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Client Perspective

A trusted M&A partner for strategic buyers

We’ve completed roughly half a dozen acquisitions prior to working with CSA Research, and this has been one of our most pleasant and productive experiences with an M&A intermediary. They consistently bring us deals that actually fit our criteria, and just as importantly, make sense strategically and culturally. Most recently, they supported us on two deals that we successfully completed.

CSA Research does a strong job not just sourcing opportunities, but presenting them well and supporting the process end to end. They communicate clearly, set expectations appropriately, and leverage their market knowledge to help both sides reach a win-win outcome.

In transactions that can easily become complicated or emotionally charged, they are a steady and trusted presence. They help keep deals from getting torched, maintain momentum, and focus conversations on what matters.

Overall, CSA Research has been a true value-add and a partner we trust. For buyers or sellers looking for a thoughtful, experienced M&A advisor who understands both the mechanics of a deal and the human dynamics involved, they are an easy recommendation.

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CSA Research M&A Practice

In early 2026, we engaged CSA Research to facilitate the acquisition of a small language service provider in the UK. Our goal was to find a target that would be in distress and benefit from integration into a larger entity.

CSA Research demonstrated a clear understanding of what we were looking for in a potential acquisition. Their ability to identify PureFluent as a strong strategic fit and to articulate why gave us confidence in the opportunity from the outset.

From first introduction through to deal completion, CSA Research was efficient, responsive and consistently professional. They followed up at the right moments without ever being overbearing, and kept the process moving in a way that made the whole experience straightforward.

We would not hesitate to work with CSA Research again and would recommend them to any business looking for a knowledgeable and reliable M&A introducer in the language services space.

Vassilis Chamalidis

CEO, Alpha CRC Ltd.

How We Help

CSA Research brings integrity, confidentiality, and reliable market insight and data to guide you through a rigorous process toward the right deal. We start with an upfront advisory session to review your situation and identify the best potential opportunities.

Buyer Journey

1 + 1 > 2

Benefits for Buyers in a Capability-Driven M&A Process

Access to Curated Opportunities
Metrix 2.0™ Strategic Fit Evaluation
Market and Competitive Insight
Valuation Intelligence
Synergy Realization (1 + 1 > 2)
Risk and Deal Optimization
Transaction Continuity

Seller Journey

Maximum Realized Value

Benefits for Sellers in a Capability-Driven M&A Process

Confidential Advisory Support
Metrix 2.0™ Valuation Maximization
Access to Qualified Buyers
Due Diligence Readiness
Cultural and Legacy Alignment
Value Amplification

Merger Journey

Value Creation Through Synergy

Benefits of Merging Companies in a Capability-Driven M&A Process

Capability Assessment
Metrix 2.0™ Synergy Mapping
Integration Readiness
Unified Market Positioning
Cultural and Leadership Alignment
Ongoing Value Tracking

Why CSA Research

Strict Confidentiality

We manage every engagement with strict confidentiality before, during, and after the process to ensure all client information remains protected.

Deep Industry Understanding

With decades of focus on the industry, we provide unmatched insight into the players and forces shaping growth, consolidation, and valuation.

Benchmark Based Valuation

Our valuations rely on verified industry data, real transaction benchmarks, and proprietary models tailored to LSP dynamics.

Capability Maturity Analysis

Our capability maturity model for both buyers and sellers shows whether a merger will increase, maintain, or erode long term value.

Global and Local Perspective

Our global team captures how local cost structures, labor laws, and buyer behaviors influence cross border deals to deliver realistic, investor grade insights.

Market Sounding

Through anonymous interviews and market outreach, we validate sentiment and perceived risk to help clients anticipate negotiation dynamics.

For due diligence, we partner with

Hübner Schlösser & Cie – Global Mergers & Acquisitions

HSCie is an independent M&A advisory firm for the sale and acquisition of companies, capital placement, divestment of minority interests, mergers and equity transactions.

Overall business confidence

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Our M&A Team

Tahar Bouhafs

Chief Executive Officer

As the Chief Executive Officer of CSA Research, Tahar Bouhafs brings decades of experience in market research and strategic business consulting.

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Simona Bertozzi

Chief Operations Officer

I oversee the day-to-day operations and drive the development of scalable systems and processes to support the companys growth.

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Sarra Hakemi

Research Associate & M&A Manager

As a Research Associate, I support a range of functions, from data validation and market research to customer service for surveys and M&A activities.

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See What Our Clients Are Saying

We had the pleasure of working with the CSA team in the context of a major acquisition in the Language and Content Services space. During the operational due diligence and integration planning stage, they gave us crucial insights in the technology stack and roadmap. The CSA analysts screened the technology environment and mapped it against industry standards and benchmarks. They were an important sparring partner during the whole M&A process, allowing us to successfully merge operations and integrate the acquired organization.

Mark Evenepoel President & Board Member

Acolad Group

The merger of OXO and Powerling would not have come to fruition without the collaboration and vision fostered through CSA Research’s Leadership Councils. Their impact on our success is undeniable.

Pierrick Mathieu CEO

Powerling

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Mark EvenepoelPresident & Board Member

Acolad Group

The merger of OXO and Powerling would not have come to fruition without the collaboration and vision fostered through CSA Research’s Leadership Councils. Their impact on our success is undeniable.

Pierrick MathieuCEO

Powerling

FAQs

CSA Research is the only independent market intelligence firm focused exclusively on the language industry. Our valuations and recommendations are grounded in proprietary, continuously updated data, not opinions or deal-driven incentives, ensuring neutrality, reliability, and actionable insight.

We work with buyers, sellers, and investors in the language, interpreting, and technology sectors who seek confidential, evidence-based support for valuation, market positioning, or integration planning.

Our analysts combine verified financial data with proprietary benchmarks and capability maturity assessments to calculate fair valuation ranges. Each analysis reflects current market dynamics, sector trends, and comparable transactions from our global dataset of over 300 companies.

Each engagement begins with a structured process that includes defining scope and confidentiality, gathering and validating data, conducting market benchmarking, and completing an evaluation brief that summarizes findings, valuation rationale, and strategic implications.

Clients gain access to objective valuations, realistic pricing expectations, verified market comparables, and post-deal advisory. Our team helps align strategic goals, identify compatible partners, and minimize integration and valuation risks.

Yes. For clients requiring financial, legal, or operational due diligence, CSA Research partners with a trusted German advisory firm specializing in M&A audits. This collaboration ensures seamless support and comprehensive evaluations when deeper due diligence is needed.

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A trusted M&A partner for strategic buyers

How We Help

Benefits for Buyers in a Capability-Driven M&A Process

Benefits for Sellers in a Capability-Driven M&A Process

Benefits of Merging Companies in a Capability-Driven M&A Process

Why CSA Research

Strict Confidentiality

Deep Industry Understanding

Benchmark Based Valuation

Capability Maturity Analysis

Global and Local Perspective

Market Sounding

Hübner Schlösser & Cie – Global Mergers & Acquisitions

Overall business confidence

Selected M&A Engagements

LinguaTech Solutions → GlobalWord Group

LinguaTech Solutions → GlobalWord Group

LinguaTech Solutions → GlobalWord Group

LinguaTech Solutions → GlobalWord Group

LinguaTech Solutions → GlobalWord Group

LinguaTech Solutions → GlobalWord Group

As a market , inclusive language is a priority.

As a market , inclusive language is a priority.

As a market , inclusive language is a priority.

CSA Research’s Multiyear Dashboard of Global & Regional Market LSPs

Our M&A Team

Tahar Bouhafs

Simona Bertozzi

Sarra Hakemi

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Mark Evenepoel President & Board Member

Pierrick Mathieu CEO

See What Our Clients Are Saying

Mark EvenepoelPresident & Board Member

Pierrick MathieuCEO

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Benchmark Your Position

Understand Your Business and Goals

Deliver Your Evaluation Brief

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