Simultaneous Interpretation for M&A Due Diligence in Brazil
▶ QUICK SUMMARY
lingo interprets financial, legal and operational due diligences in M&A processes in Brazil — CMA CGM × Santos Brasil (R$6.3B), Admix × Aon (R$1.35B). Alex Barros operates EN↔PT directly. Quote in 60s.
Due diligence terminology and glossary
Financial due diligence (FDD) covers financial statement analysis, EBITDA quality, normalized working capital and contingencies. The interpreter must know: quality of earnings, working capital peg, escrow, indemnification, representations & warranties, SPA, MAC clause.
Legal due diligence covers contract review, litigation, licenses, regulatory compliance and corporate structure. Critical terms: material contracts, compliance review, regulatory risk, IP ownership, change of control clause.
Due diligence session format
Due diligence sessions often run in hybrid format: buy-side and sell-side teams in separate rooms, with lingo connecting via RSI or operating in-person in data room settings. For management Q&A sessions, consecutive interpretation is often preferred, preserving the natural question-and-answer rhythm.
lingo has prepared sector-specific glossaries for each M&A process: port logistics (CMA CGM × Santos Brasil), insurance technology (Admix × Aon), food (Dori × Ferrara/Ferrero). The sector glossary is the foundation of precision in due diligence — where a misinterpreted term can change the buyer's risk perception.
FAQ
What types of due diligence does lingo cover?
FDD (financial), LDD (legal), TDD (technical/operational), EDD (environmental), CDD (commercial/market). Glossary adapted to each area's vocabulary.
Can the interpreter sign NDA for due diligence?
Yes. Alex Barros signs NDA before receiving any process materials. Full confidentiality is a non-negotiable requirement for all lingo M&A mandates.
Best format for management Q&A sessions in due diligence?
Consecutive for small groups (5–10 people) where the Q&A rhythm is natural. Simultaneous for management presentations to larger groups.
Lead time for due diligence interpretation?
7 days for new processes — NDA, preparation materials, glossary alignment with advisors. For subsequent phases of an ongoing process, 48h is sufficient.
Multiple languages for due diligence with multi-country acquirers?
Yes. For processes with acquirers from multiple countries, lingo coordinates specialist interpreters for each additional language pair.
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