Siuma Capital Latin America

Siuma Capital acted as exclusive financial advisor to Grupo Silaba on its 100% sale to Sojitz Corporation. Grupo Silaba is the leading multi-brand automotive distributor in Panama with exclusive distribution of Kia, Mazda, Omoda, Jaecoo, Karry & Niu. Sojitz Corporation is a world-class Japanese trading company operating in a diverse set of industries through 400+ subsidiaries around the globe. This landmark transaction is Sojitz’ first direct investment in Panama and it signals their strong long-term commitment to doing business in the country and the region. We would like to congratulate Grupo Silaba and Sojitz Corporation for executing such an important transaction. We thank our client for their never-ending trust in the leadership of the Siuma Capital deal team (Samuel Urrutia Cantoral, Ricardo Urrutia, Tomas Valsecchi) during every step of this arduous process. Read full Press Release here: https://lnkd.in/eMdCuCZj

Meet Us Tomorrow at #PentaSummit 2024 in Panama City! We’re thrilled to announce our participation at PentaSummit 2024 on October 4th. This premier event gathers entrepeneurs and leaders who are passionate about learning, taking action, and making a real impact. As proud sponsors of #PentaSummit, we invite you to join our workshop, “Mergers and Acquisitions: Tools and Tips for Successfully Buying or Selling a Business.” Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to M&A, you’ll walk away with actionable insights and strategies to thrive in today’s competitive market. Don’t miss this chance to connect with like-minded changemakers and expand your toolkit for success! For more information, visit: www.pentasummit.com

Siuma Capital acted as exclusive financial advisor to Puntored on a strategic investment from the Stellar Enterprise Fund. Puntored, based in Colombia, is a leading alternative payments company in Latin America providing seamless financial services through innovative APIs and embedded digital solutions. Stellar, based in the US, is a pioneering organization revolutionizing the financial landscape through cutting-edge blockchain technology. This strategic investment from Stellar’s Enterprise Fund marks a pivotal moment for Puntored, enhancing its capabilities in cross-border transactions using blockchain technology. Siuma Capital is privileged to have played a key role in this transaction, which highlights the firm's deep expertise in the fintech sector while reaffirming its steadfast commitment to guiding clients in achieving their strategic objectives. The deal team for this transaction consisted of Martin Galante Devoto, Ricardo Urrutia and David Sultan. Read full Press Release here: https://t.ly/YWg3b

Siuma Capital acted as exclusive financial advisor to Grupo Rapid on its 100% acquisition of Panama Pools (formerly Gudico). This acquisition marks another step in Grupo Rapid's mision to build a one-stop-shop for service solutions in Panama. The company now offers services in A/C, Pest Control and Pool management country-wide.

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Siuma Capital acted as exclusive financial advisor to Grupo Magna on its 100% acquisition of Zenex Auto. Zenex is a multi-brand automotive operator in Uruguay, servicing namesake brands such as Mazda, Kia and Fiat in the local market. Magna, headquartered in the Dominican Republic, is a leading conglomerate in the automotive space with presence in 11 countries and relationships with 8+ OEMs. This cross-border transaction showcases the dynamism of the automotive industry in the region and the ongoing interest of regional players to consolidate through venturing into new brands and geographies. The transaction also highlights the attractiveness of Uruguay from the lens of foreign investors. Congratulations to both Magna and Zenex for reaching this milestone. We would like to thank our client for their trust in the leadership of the Siuma Capital deal team (Samuel Urrutia Cantoral, Ricardo Urrutia, David Sultan) during every step of this process. Read full Press Release here: https://t.ly/z1voT

Siuma Capital acted as exclusive financial advisor to Franquicias Panameñas on its sale to Platinum Brands, part of Norbrook Equity Partners. Franquicias Panameñas is the leading QSR franchise operator in Panama with 76 KFC & Dairy Queen restaurants and more than 1,600 employees. Norbrook is an investment holding company operating 20 portfolio companies within 4 core industries throughout Central America and the Caribbean. This cross-border transaction, Norbrook’s first in Panama, reaffirms the confidence that global investors continue to have in Panama as a destination for foreign direct investment. We extend our congratulations to Franquicias Panameñas and Norbrook for executing this landmark transaction. We express our gratitude to our client for their continuous trust in the leadership of the Siuma Capital deal team (Samuel Urrutia Cantoral, Ricardo Urrutia, David Sultan) during every stage of this arduous process.   Read full Press Release here: https://t.ly/VFTX4

Siuma Capital acted as exclusive financial advisor to Grupo Silaba on its 100% sale to Sojitz Corporation. Grupo Silaba is the leading multi-brand automotive distributor in Panama with exclusive distribution of Kia, Mazda, Omoda, Jaecoo, Karry & Niu. Sojitz Corporation is a world-class Japanese trading company operating in a diverse set of industries through 400+ subsidiaries around the globe. This landmark transaction is Sojitz’ first direct investment in Panama and it signals their strong long-term commitment to doing business in the country and the region. We would like to congratulate Grupo Silaba and Sojitz Corporation for executing such an important transaction. We thank our client for their never-ending trust in the leadership of the Siuma Capital deal team (Samuel Urrutia Cantoral, Ricardo Urrutia, Tomas Valsecchi) during every step of this arduous process. Read full Press Release here: https://lnkd.in/eMdCuCZj

Siuma Capital advised on the sale of the Chevrolet and Cadillac distribution business in Panama, the country’s 8th largest auto operation by sales volume. Grupo Q and Grupo Silaba recently announced that they had reached an agreement regarding the exclusive distribution of the General Motors brands in Panama. Grupo Silaba is a leading multi-brand auto conglomerate with exclusive representation of some of the most important brands in Panama. Grupo Q is one of the region's largest auto players representing 18 brands with operations in El Salvador, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Honduras and Panama. The Siuma team for this project (Samuel Urrutia Cantoral, Tomas Valsecchi, Christian Arias Monzón) is delighted to have worked alongside Grupo Silaba as exclusive financial advisors in this important cross-border transaction. Read full Press Release here: https://lnkd.in/dBpWJymE