Andersen Global expands Middle East footprint with Dubai’s Ideal Capital partnership
Andersen Global, a leading international tax, legal and valuation services firm, is set to expand its presence in the Middle East through a collaboration agreement with Ideal Capital, an M&A and valuation firm based…

Andersen Global, a leading international tax, legal and valuation services firm, is set to expand its presence in the Middle East through a collaboration agreement with Ideal Capital, an M&A and valuation firm based in Dubai.
Founded in 2011, Ideal Capital has built a reputation serving over 100 clients, including leading corporations, government entities, and prominent family offices in the region.
“By collaborating with Andersen Global, we can now expand our reach across diverse industries,” Ramesh Mahalingam, Managing Director of Ideal Capital, said.
“This collaboration enables us to provide clients with tailored advice and actionable insights that align closely with their strategic goals and evolving market conditions,” he said.
Ideal Capital provides management, valuation, transaction, and sustainability advisory services across industries such as banking, education, healthcare, real estate, manufacturing, construction, and oil and gas.
Mark L. Vorsatz, Global Chairman and CEO of Andersen, said that Ideal Capital is a key addition and enhances the firm’s capabilities in the Middle East as Dubai serves as a major global economic hub.
“Ramesh brings more than 35 years of experience in this space and leads a team of professionals with diverse backgrounds, including those with experience at the Big 4.
“Their focus on valuation and sell-side strategies aligns with our clients’ growing demand for sophisticated, global, and seamless transaction advisory services,” he said.
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