Comprehensive verification of counterparties in Ukraine

In the modern business environment of Ukraine and on international markets, comprehensive verification of counterparties has become not just a recommendation, but a necessity.

Our 15 years of experience in Due Diligence allows us to provide comprehensive protection of your business from hidden threats.

Key benefits of due diligence:

1. 🛡Minimization of financial risks
2. 🏆Protection of business reputation
3. ⚖️Compliance with regulatory requirements
4. 🕵️ Prevention of fraud and money laundering
5. 📈Optimization of strategic decisions

A comprehensive approach to checking counterparties

Basic check

• Analysis of registration data
• Verification of financial statements
• Study of tax status
• Analysis of court cases

Enhanced Due Diligence

• Deep financial analysis (5-7 years)
• Research on corporate structure and beneficiaries
• Check for sanctions and connections with PEPs
• Evaluation of reputation and media profile

International inspection

• Analysis of cross-border corporate relations
• Verification of compliance with international standards
• Assessment of geopolitical and sanctions risks

Key stages of the verification process

1. Collection of data from Ukrainian and international sources
2. Analysis of information using AI and Big Data
3. Detection of hidden connections and risks
4. Risk assessment taking into account the specifics of the market
5. Preparation of a detailed report with recommendations

Peculiarities of checking counterparties in Ukraine

The complexity of corporate structures

• Identification of real beneficiaries
• Analysis of offshore connections
• Assessment of the risks of ownership opacity

Corruption risks

• Verification of connections with political figures
• Analysis of participation in state tenders
• Assessment of political influences on business

Regulatory challenges

• Monitoring of changes in legislation
• Assessment of compliance with new requirements
• Forecasting regulatory risks

Geopolitical factors

• Analysis of the impact of international conflicts
• Assessment of sanctions risks
• Checking connections with the occupied territories

Innovative technologies in checking counterparties

• AI and machine learning: for processing large volumes of data
• Blockchain analytics: to track complex financial transactions
• Automated monitoring: for constant information updates

Cases from our practice

Case 1: Identifying hidden risks of an international fintech company

Situation: A Ukrainian bank planned a partnership with a British fintech company to expand online banking.

Our actions:

1. Conducted an in-depth analysis of the corporate structure
2. Researched the history of regulatory violations of related companies
3. Checked connections with politically significant persons (PEPs)
4. Assessed compliance with AML/CFT requirements

Result:

• High risks associated with an opaque structure and regulatory violations were identified
• It is recommended to refrain from partnership
• The client avoided potential sanctions and reputational losses

Economic effect: Prevented potential financial losses and fines in the amount of more than $10 million.

Case 2: Protection of an American company’s investment in the Ukrainian IT sector

Situation: The American technology corporation planned to invest $50 million in a Ukrainian IT startup.

Our actions:

1. A comprehensive analysis of the corporate structure and beneficiaries was conducted
2. An audit of patents and licenses was carried out
3. Checked funding history and connections with PEPs
4. Assessed compliance with GDPR and local data protection laws
5. Sanction and geopolitical risks were analyzed

Result:

• An undeclared beneficiary with potential conflicts of interest was identified
• Gaps in the protection of intellectual property were found
• Non-compliance of some practices with GDPR requirements has been identified

Economic effect:

• The investor revised the structure of the agreement, including additional guarantees
• The price of the investment was reduced by $10 million, taking into account the identified risks
• A plan has been developed to minimize risks and bring practices into line with international standards

Case 3: Minimizing risks when entering the international market

Situation: Ukrainian agricultural holding planned to enter the EU market through the acquisition of a Polish distribution network.

Our actions:

1. Conducted Due Diligence of the Polish company and its key partners
2. We analyzed the compliance of products with EU standards
3. Assessed the risks associated with quotas and customs restrictions
4. We investigated the company’s reputation on the European market

Result:

• Problems with the certification of 30% of products for the EU market were identified
• Hidden debt obligations in the amount of €5 million were found
• Risks associated with changes in EU agricultural policy have been identified

Economic effect:

• The client optimized the market entry strategy
• Purchase price reduced by 20%
• An adaptation plan to EU requirements has been developed to ensure long-term competitiveness

Our unique expertise

• 15+ years of experience on the Ukrainian and international markets
• Deep understanding local and global business practices
• Interdisciplinary team experts (financiers, lawyers, IT specialists, analysts)
• Continuous improvement methodologies in accordance with new challenges
• Individual approach and privacy for each client
• Specialization in international investments to the Ukrainian market

Conclusion: Invest in the security of your business in Ukraine

In the conditions of global economic uncertainty and unique challenges of the Ukrainian market, professional verification of counterparties is becoming a critical success factor for international investors. Our team of experts is ready to become your reliable partner in identifying and minimizing risks when investing in Ukraine.

Don’t risk your investment and reputation. Contact the experts for a comprehensive review of Ukrainian partners and assets. Protect your investments, intellectual property and business interests.

Investing in quality due diligence today is your protection against unforeseen risks tomorrow and the key to successful international expansion.

Frequently asked questions

1. How long does a comprehensive check of a Ukrainian counterparty for a foreign investor take? Basic inspection takes 5-7 working days, extended – 14-21 days depending on the complexity.
2. Do you take into account specific risks for foreign investors in Ukraine? Yes, our methodology is specially adapted to identify and assess risks specific to foreign investments in Ukraine.
3. What documents are needed to start checking the Ukrainian partner? Basic information about the company (name, EDRPOU code) and a description of the planned investment or cooperation.
4. Do you provide ongoing post-investment monitoring services? Yes, we offer continuous monitoring services to ensure the safety of your investment.
5. How do you ensure confidentiality when working with international clients? We use advanced data encryption technologies and strict privacy protocols.