In this ASX small-cap analysis, Way2VAT (W2V.ASX) announces the acquisition of RBCVat in the UK as part of its four-pillar growth strategy: VAT reclaim, APAI real-time invoice validation, VAT consultancy, and a next-gen invoicing tech. James Whelan sits down with Amos Simantov, CEO of Way2VAT, to unpack the strategic rationale, the deal terms, and what the move means for revenue, profitability, and cross-border VAT reclaim for global enterprises.
What we cover:
- Quick recap of Way2VAT's platform: fully automated VAT reclaim for multinational clients, handling millions of receipts and invoices, across 40 jurisdictions.
- Why RBCVat fits: established UK footprint and deep VAT consultancy capabilities, with US-based and EU clients, enabling cross-sell into Way2VAT's core VAT reclaim ecosystem.
- Deal terms and financials: ~GBP2m valuation, c.GBP0.5m annual profit prior to the acquisition, and funding plan targeting ~AUD3m (split between growth capital and deal funding). Anticipated impact on the group P&L and milestones.
- APAI integration: immediate internal benefits for RBC's processes and a scalable SaaS platform for clients, with potential for broad client adoption.
- Growth potential: cross-sell across existing clients, entrance into new verticals, and alignment with a 1bn revenue, 1,000+ employee client profile.
- Risks and milestones: retain key staff and clients, achieve targeted revenue and profitability, and monitor integration progress.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:20 Way2VAT at a glance
01:45 Four-pillar strategy explained
03:15 RBC's UK footprint and client base
04:01 Acquisition terms and valuation
05:49 Client overlap and cross-sell potential
06:39 Sector reach and ideal client profile
07:18 Cross-sell roadmap and synergy
09:09 Talent retention plan
10:37 APAI integration: internal use to start
11:56 SaaS roadmap and platform strategy
12:03 Revenue and margin outlook
12:34 Key KPIs to track
13:20 Funding plan for growth
14:06 Risks and mitigations
15:10 Milestones and FY25 outlook
15:20 APAI adoption and long-term vision
Final thoughts and where to access investor materials.
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📌 Articles:
https://smallcaps.com.au/way2vat-revenue-growth-broadens-enterprise-client-base-1h25
https://smallcaps.com.au/way2vat-deal-jones-lang-lasalle-apai-global-compliance-platform
https://smallcaps.com.au/way2vat-launches-ai-auditing-innovation-enhanced-vat-gst-compliance
https://smallcaps.com.au/way-2-vat-ipo-list-asx-build-up-vat-refund-platform
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