Oddo BHF is enhancing its mergers and acquisitions (M&A) division with a strategic appointment. Hubert Preschez will take on the role of Global Head of M&A, effective February 3, 2025, to strengthen the firm’s advisory services in corporate finance.
Strategic Focus on M&A Advisory Services
This decision aims to bolster Oddo BHF’s M&A advisory services, particularly for clients in France, Germany, and Switzerland. The firm is committed to expanding its capabilities in a competitive market, with a specific emphasis on cross-border transactions.
Preschez’s extensive experience will be instrumental in managing complex deals across key sectors such as energy, infrastructure, and healthcare. His leadership is expected to lead to further recruitment, enhancing the firm’s expertise in these critical areas.
Hubert Preschez’s Background
Bringing three decades of experience in M&A advisory, Hubert Preschez has successfully led over 65 transactions across various industries. He began his career at BNP Paribas, where he honed his M&A skills before moving to J.P. Morgan in London.
During his eleven years at J.P. Morgan, he focused on industrial mergers and acquisitions and later transitioned to the cross-sector M&A department in Paris. His leadership experience continued at Société Générale, where he established the Corporate Finance France department, solidifying his reputation in the field.
Commitment to Investment Banking Expansion
Oddo BHF’s appointment of Preschez aligns with its strategic focus on expanding its investment banking and corporate finance division. The firm aims to strengthen its M&A activities by recruiting additional talent in key markets, supporting clients in navigating larger and more complex transactions.
Christian Zahn emphasizes the importance of this expansion, highlighting the firm’s commitment to providing exceptional expertise and experience in M&A advisory. With Preschez at the helm, Oddo BHF is well-positioned to address the challenges of the evolving M&A landscape.
Positioning in the Financial Services Industry
As an independent financial group, Oddo BHF operates across various sectors, including private wealth management and asset management. With approximately 140 billion euros in client assets under management and a workforce of 3,000 employees, the firm is equipped to meet diverse client needs.
The group’s commitment to enhancing its M&A advisory services reflects a broader strategy to solidify its position in the financial services industry. As Oddo BHF embarks on this new chapter in its M&A journey, it is poised to leverage its extensive network and expertise to facilitate cross-border transactions.
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