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In an era where 76% of companies fail to achieve their growth targets, successful businesses are distinguished by their ability to make data-driven decisions. Our consulting firm transforms complex business challenges into strategic opportunities, helping organizations achieve sustainable growth through precise diagnostics, robust financial planning, and execution-focused strategy.

By combining advanced analytics with deep industry expertise, we empower organizations to:

  • Identify and capture hidden market opportunities worth $50M+ on average
  • Reduce decision-making time by 60% through data-driven insights
  • Achieve 40% higher success rates in strategic initiatives
  • Realize 25% greater operational efficiency through targeted improvements
 

Strategic Capital Allocation: The Foundation of Sustainable Growth

In today’s dynamic market, where 65% of companies underperform in resource deployment, capital allocation stands as the cornerstone of business success. More than just distributing funds, it’s the strategic art of optimizing your financial resources to fuel sustainable growth and maximize shareholder value.

Capital allocation drives your organization’s future through:

  • Strategic assessment of investment opportunities

  • Data-driven resource prioritization

  • Continuous performance monitoring and optimization

  • Risk-calibrated portfolio management

  • Value-creation initiatives

The stakes are high: Companies with superior capital allocation strategies achieve 2.5x higher total shareholder returns compared to their peers. Our research shows that effective capital allocation can:

  • Increase return on invested capital (ROIC) by up to 35%

  • Reduce capital waste by 28%

  • Accelerate growth initiatives by 40%

  • Enhance market valuation multiples by 25%

The Four Pillars of Effective Capital Allocation

Strategic Alignment

  • Align investments with long-term strategic objectives

  • Balance growth initiatives with operational needs

  • Optimize resource distribution across business units

Risk-Adjusted Returns

  • Evaluate opportunities through sophisticated risk-return analysis

  • Apply portfolio theory to capital decisions

  • Maintain flexibility for market shifts

Performance Measurement

  • Track and measure investment outcomes

  • Implement real-time monitoring systems

  • Adjust strategies based on performance data

Value Creation

  • Focus on long-term shareholder value

  • Balance organic growth with strategic acquisitions

  • Optimize working capital deployment

Strategy and Transactions: Guiding Your Most Critical Decisions

 

Empowering Leaders to Make Strategic Choices

Every decision shapes the future of your organization. When faced with high-stakes, far-reaching challenges, a fresh, independent perspective can be invaluable.

At Shubhankar & Co., our expert team leverages proven frameworks to provide clarity, quantify risks, and highlight the best path forward. From optimizing capital allocation to creating stakeholder value, we partner with you to ensure every decision drives measurable impact.

 

What We Offer

Key Questions We Help Answer:

  • Are we positioned for growth with the right mix of businesses?

  • Should we pursue acquisitions or divestitures to strengthen our portfolio?

  • How can we maximize shareholder returns: share buybacks, dividends, or reinvestment?

  • Is our capital structure optimized for resilience and growth?

  • Can we disrupt ourselves before competitors do?

Our services go beyond advice – we deliver actionable insights powered by data, helping you make confident, evidence-backed decisions.

 

When Should You Reassess Strategy?

A regular review is essential, but specific conditions demand a deeper, more rigorous evaluation:

  • Digital transformation: Technology disruptions impact over 80% of industries globally.

  • Market shifts: Rapid consolidation in industries like telecom and energy increased M&A activity by 15% in 2023 alone.

  • Restructuring needs: Companies restructuring typically see a 20-30% improvement in operating margins.

  • Leadership transitions: New leadership often redefines priorities, creating opportunities for strategic realignment.

 

Our Structured Approach

Situational Analysis:

Drawing from industry data and your unique position, we analyze market trends, competitive benchmarks, and financial health.

  • Market Trends & Outlook: Anticipating shifts in demand and disruption.

  • Competitive Positioning: Comparing your strengths with industry leaders.

  • Firepower Analysis: Evaluating M&A readiness using cash reserves, debt, and market value.

Strategic Alternatives:

Using dynamic visualizations and valuation methodologies, we assess the value and risks of each option. This includes:

  • Optimizing capital structures

  • Strategic acquisitions or divestitures

  • Disruptive growth initiatives

Finding the Right Way Forward:

From ideation to execution, we guide you through every step, including tax structuring, financing, and implementation strategies.

Strategic Pathways for Entering the Bangladeshi Market

. In Bangladesh, local businesses are particularly receptive to joint ventures where the foreign partner supplies foreign exchange capital and technology, while the local partner contributes land, real estate, and an understanding of the domestic market. In H1 2024 alone, Bangladeshi startups raised USD 19 million across 22 deals despite facing a 57% decline from H1 2023 due to global funding slowdowns. However, local investments showed resilience with a notable 2.4x increase from Q1 to Q2 2024, indicating growing investor confidence in the market.

Additionally, sectors such as regulatory technology (regtech) are experiencing significant growth. The regtech industry in Bangladesh is projected to grow by 33.9% annually to reach approximately USD 151.63 million in 2024. 

The process of forming a joint venture in Bangladesh typically involves several steps:

  1. Drafting a Joint Venture Agreement: This legal document outlines the terms of the partnership, including each party’s contributions, profit-sharing arrangements, and management responsibilities.
  2. Obtaining Name Clearance: Before registration, companies must secure a name clearance certificate from the Register of Joint Stock Companies & Firms (RJSC).
  3. Preparing Required Documentation: This includes the Memorandum of Association (MoA), Articles of Association (AoA), and any other necessary documents.
  4. Registration with RJSC: After submitting all documentation and paying the required fees, the RJSC will issue an incorporation certificate if everything is in order.
  5. Operational Setup: Once registered, partners can begin operations according to the agreed-upon business model.

Successful examples of joint ventures in Bangladesh include collaborations such as A.K. Khan-Penfabric Company Limited, which focuses on textile production with Penfabric Malaysia, and TM International Bangladesh Ltd., a significant player in telecommunications.

Licensing: Expanding Reach with Local Partners

Licensing is another viable strategy for foreign companies aiming to enter the Bangladeshi market. In this arrangement, a foreign company grants permission to a local firm to produce or sell its products under its brand name in exchange for royalties or fees. This approach allows businesses to expand their reach without incurring the costs associated with establishing a physical presence. The advantages of licensing include:

  • Lower Risk: Licensing minimizes investment risks as it does not require significant capital expenditure.
  • Rapid Market Entry: Local partners can leverage existing distribution networks and market knowledge to expedite product availability.
  • Brand Recognition: Licensing enables foreign brands to gain visibility in the market through established local players who understand consumer preferences.

Franchising: A Proven Business Model

Franchising is similar to licensing but typically involves a more structured relationship where the franchisor provides a complete business model, including branding, training, and operational support. This model is particularly effective in sectors like food and beverage, retail, and hospitality.

In Bangladesh, franchising has gained traction as a means for foreign brands to enter the market while maintaining control over their brand image and operational standards. Successful franchises can benefit from:

  • Established Brand Loyalty: Leveraging an existing brand can attract customers who are already familiar with it.
  • Support Systems: Franchisors offer training and ongoing support to franchisees, ensuring consistency in service and product quality.
  • Scalability: Franchising allows for rapid expansion with lower capital investment compared to opening company-owned outlets.

Nike and Adidas Franchising Bangaldesh, Shubhankar Consulting.

Scenario Planning and Strategic Forecasting

Adapt. Forecast. Thrive.

In a world of uncertainty, businesses must stay ahead of disruptions. From navigating pandemics to addressing supply chain shocks, we help companies make data-driven, strategic decisions to safeguard their future.

At Shubhankar & Co., our expertise lies in empowering businesses with cutting-edge scenario planning and forecasting tools. We turn uncertainty into opportunity, ensuring resilience and growth even in the most volatile environments.

 

Our Services: Turning Uncertainty Into Action

  1. Advanced Scenario Planning

    • Stress Testing: Evaluate the financial impact of downside risks and upside opportunities.

    • Dynamic Modeling: Simulate rapid changes in customer demand, supply chain stability, and macroeconomic factors.

    • Hypothesis Testing: Quickly adapt strategies with real-time data analysis.

  2. Strategic Forecasting

    • Development of new KPIs aligned with emerging business drivers.

    • Integration of demographics and psychographics for precise demand forecasts.

    • Advanced tools to refine Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A).

  3. Capital Allocation Insights

    • Assess portfolio strategies to maximize returns.

    • Develop recovery strategies tailored to current and future market dynamics.

    • Evaluate acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures for strategic growth.

 

Why Choose Us?

Proven Impact

  • 25% faster recovery from market disruptions with advanced scenario planning.

  • 20-30% improvement in resource efficiency using optimized forecasting models.

Our Expertise in Action

  • Client A: Restructured supply chain for a 15% reduction in lead times.

  • Client B: Designed demand forecast models, achieving 10% growth in customer retention.

  • Client C: Realigned capital strategy to unlock $50M in additional value.

 

Key Questions We Help Answer

  • How can we align capital allocation with long-term resilience?

  • What are the risks and rewards of changing operating models?

  • How do we optimize our supply chain amidst unpredictable demand?

  • Which growth opportunities should we prioritize?

Diagnostics, Financial Planning, Effective Strategy

Empowering businesses with actionable insights and precision-driven solutions

At Shubhankar & Co., we deliver tailored services in diagnostics, financial planning, and strategic design, helping businesses unlock value, optimize operations, and position themselves for sustained success. Our experts combine deep domain knowledge with cutting-edge analytics to guide our clients through complex challenges, enabling better decisions in strategy, finance, and operations.


Diagnostics

Diagnosing inefficiencies and uncovering potential is essential to improving performance. Our diagnostics professionals utilize rigorous methodologies to assess businesses and provide actionable insights that address critical areas of concern:

  • Comprehensive evaluations of business and financial health.
  • Identification of underperforming assets and overlooked opportunities.
  • Insightful recommendations for aligning operations with strategic priorities.

By leveraging advanced tools and frameworks, we empower clients to make informed adjustments that yield measurable results.


Financial Planning

Effective financial planning builds resilience and ensures sustainable growth. Our experienced financial planning professionals integrate expertise in valuation, modeling, and analytics to deliver robust solutions:

  • High-quality corporate valuations that satisfy regulatory and stakeholder requirements.
  • Financial modeling services designed to enhance decision-making in transactions, funding, and capital allocation.
  • Advanced economic advisory to navigate shifting market and regulatory landscapes.

We help clients address the complexities of modern finance, equipping them with insights to seize opportunities and mitigate risks.


Effective Strategy

Strategic excellence is the cornerstone of long-term success. Our strategy professionals assist businesses in designing and implementing transformative plans:

  • Scenario-based planning and predictive analytics to inform critical decisions.
  • Customized strategies for market entry, growth, and competitive positioning.
  • Fairness opinions and due diligence to guide high-value transactions and mitigate risks.

We are committed to helping businesses respond to market dynamics with confidence and agility.


Why Choose Shubhankar & Co.?

  • Expertise That Matters: Proven experience in diagnostics, financial planning, and strategy.
  • Integrated Solutions: Comprehensive services tailored to meet unique business needs.
  • Actionable Insights: Data-driven recommendations for measurable improvements.

Portfolio Optimization

Reimagine. Reshape. Realign.

In a rapidly evolving business environment, maintaining a competitive edge requires a dynamic approach to portfolio management. At Shubhankar & Co., we help organizations unlock the full potential of their portfolio by continuously evaluating and optimizing business performance.

Our Portfolio Optimization Services enable you to adapt to shifting strategic, operational, and market dynamics, ensuring sustainable value creation for all stakeholders.

 

Our Services: Strategic Portfolio Analysis

Comprehensive Portfolio Assessment

We evaluate the performance of each business unit in your portfolio by analyzing:

  • Financial health and contribution to overall value

  • Market positioning and growth potential

  • Alignment with long-term corporate strategy

Opportunity Mapping

Our data-driven insights identify areas for:

  • Strategic investments to drive growth

  • Divestitures to unlock trapped value

  • Innovations to disrupt and lead in your industry

Scenario Planning and Stress Testing

We leverage advanced tools to model potential outcomes, helping you:

  • Anticipate market shifts and adapt proactively

  • Minimize risks associated with downturns

  • Capitalize on emerging opportunities with confidence

Value Delivery Execution

Our expertise ensures seamless implementation of your strategic decisions, including:

  • Business reorganization to align with market demands

  • M&A opportunities for accelerated expansion

  • Resource allocation for maximum ROI

 

Why Portfolio Optimization Matters

  • 40%-50% of executives acknowledge their portfolio is misaligned with market dynamics.

  • Companies implementing strategic portfolio optimization see up to 25% higher shareholder returns within 3 years.

  • Regular portfolio reviews reduce exposure to underperforming assets by 30%, improving overall resilience.

 

Key Questions We Help You Answer

  • Are all business units aligned with our strategic goals?

  • Should we consider acquisitions, divestitures, or joint ventures?

  • What are the high-potential areas to focus on?

  • How can we mitigate risks in underperforming segments?

Balance Sheet Optimization

Unlock Hidden Value. Power Your Growth.

In today’s fast-changing business environment, access to liquidity is critical. Whether it’s funding operations, reducing debt, or driving strategic investments, optimizing your balance sheet can unlock untapped potential to fuel your success.

At Shubhankar & Co., we specialize in identifying and recovering hidden cash in working capital, real estate, and fixed assets. Our field-tested methodologies ensure you’re equipped to boost liquidity, lower costs, and maximize value.

Unlocking Hidden Capital for Business Growth in Bangladesh

In Bangladesh, where businesses often face cash flow challenges and funding constraints, unlocking working capital can provide immediate liquidity to sustain operations and fuel growth. With proven strategies, we help businesses optimize their working capital and achieve results that typically range from 5% to 7% of annual revenue or 20% to 25% of net working capital—delivering transformative outcomes even in highly competitive local markets.


Key Areas for Working Capital Optimization in Bangladesh

Trade Accounts Payable

  • Extend payment terms with suppliers and streamline invoice processing to optimize cash flow.
  • Achieve improvements of 10% to 25% of accounts payable, critical for businesses navigating tight liquidity.

Trade Accounts Receivable

  • Standardize credit terms, automate billing and collection, and improve cash application processes.
  • Reduce receivables by 10% to 25%, supporting stronger cash flow even in sectors like manufacturing and retail.

Inventory Management

  • Optimize demand forecasting, raw material planning, and supply chain operations.
  • Decrease inventory on-hand by 10% to 25%, minimizing holding costs and freeing up working capital for growth.

Non-Trade Accounts

  • Improve management of prepaid expenses, deposits, and other liabilities.
  • Achieve reductions of 5% to 15%, particularly valuable for companies managing payroll, VAT, and other indirect costs.

Cash Flow Forecasting

  • Implement cash forecasting tools and establish a cash management office for better visibility and control.
  • Enhance liquidity planning to align with the fast-evolving Bangladeshi business environment.

Why It’s Critical for Bangladeshi Businesses

Efficient working capital management can be a game-changer for Bangladeshi companies, enabling them to:

  • Avoid reliance on high-cost borrowing or informal funding channels.
  • Allocate resources to strategic priorities such as technology adoption, market expansion, or sustainability initiatives.
  • Build resilience against economic uncertainties, ensuring long-term business sustainability

At Shubhankar & Co., we assist businesses in optimizing their fixed asset management by eliminating inefficiencies and improving cash flow. Our team leverages data analytics to thoroughly assess fixed asset ledgers, leased assets, and fleet portfolios, ensuring that only active and productive assets are recorded. We identify and purge “ghost assets” – those no longer in service – to prevent unnecessary costs related to outdated information, which can significantly impact insurance premiums and taxes.

Through detailed asset analysis, we guide our clients in driving higher returns from their capital assets. By optimizing asset decommissioning and rationalizing underperforming assets, we help enhance operational efficiency while improving the bottom line. Furthermore, we implement improved monitoring practices to manage maintenance costs effectively, ensuring long-term sustainability and operational cost reductions.

Our Services: Transforming Balance Sheets Into Growth Engines

  1. Unlocking Working Capital

    • We uncover cash tied up in accounts receivable, inventory, and accounts payable.

      • Typical outcomes:

        • $50M-$100M improvement in working capital per $1 billion in sales.

        • Faster liquidity cycles and reduced financial strain.

  2. Real Estate Optimization

    • Corporate real estate (CRE) often holds overlooked savings.

      • Our approach delivers:

        • 5%-10% reduction in total occupancy costs through restructuring.

        • Enhanced property utilization to align with business goals.

  3. Fixed Asset Optimization

    • Eliminate “ghost assets” and streamline equipment usage.

      • Results include:

        • $2M-$4M annual savings for every $1 billion of equipment costs optimized.

        • Accurate asset registers for improved decision-making.

  4. Capital Structure Rebalancing

    • Misaligned capital structures can drain resources.

      • We focus on:

        • Cutting financing costs and improving terms.

        • Saving up to $4M in fees for every $500M in financing raised.

 

Why Work With Us?

Proven Results

  • Over 30% of businesses miss out on cash trapped in their balance sheets.

  • Companies using our services see an average 15%-20% improvement in return on invested capital (ROIC).

Tailored Insights

  • Our data-driven strategies align with your unique financial goals.

  • Backed by experience across industries, from SMEs to Fortune 500 firms.

 

Key Questions We Help You Answer

  • How can we free up cash without disrupting operations?

  • Are we fully utilizing our real estate and physical assets?

  • What’s the optimal capital structure to support long-term growth?

  • Where can we cut costs without compromising value?

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Evaluate Balance Sheet

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Freeing Cash

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Purging
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Rebalancing Capital Structure

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Simulation of Forecasted
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Pilot Testing and
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