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Pérez Alati, Grondona, Benites & Arntsen

Corporate/M&A

Latin America Guide 2026 : Argentina


Pérez Alati, Grondona, Benites & Arntsen

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PAGBAM is well-known for its experience in sophisticated, complex and innovative M&As. We advise on a full range of M&A transactions in a wide variety of industries where our clients need the highest-quality skills and experience in large and difficult negotiations. To perform efficiently, we draw together the generalist perspective and business understanding of our M&A team, as well as the specific expertise of our other specialized practice teams.

Our M&A engagements encompass virtually all sizes and degrees of complexity. Clients include publicly traded companies, privately held and venture-backed companies, partnerships, investment funds, management groups and entrepreneurs. Our clients range in size from start-ups and emerging companies to some of the largest multinational corporations in all industries, including multilateral financial institutions and even the public sector.

We represent purchasers, sellers, financing sources, management and advisors in a wide variety of transactions involving both public and private companies.

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Corporate/M&A - Argentina

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Pérez Alati, Grondona, Benites & Arntsen is a heavyweight full-service firm with a respected corporate and M&A department in Argentina. The department routinely leads on complex transactional mandates that involve both local and cross-border operations. The team is highly qualified to assist clients with acquisitions, divestitures and merger mandates, and has strong involvement in the private equity arena. The firm boasts a solid client base, with noted expertise servicing clients active in the mining and food and beverage industries.

Work Highlights

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  • Pérez Alati, Grondona, Benites & Arntsen advised Cencosud on the acquisition of 100% of Supermercados Mayoristas Makro and Roberto Basualdo, in a transaction valued at USD122.5 million.

Strengths

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  • PAGBAM stands out for its dedication to client success. They take a pro-deal approach, bridging legal and business gaps with creativity and offering balanced risk assessments.

    Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Pedro Eugenio Aramburu
    Band 4Pedro Eugenio Aramburu

    Pedro Eugenio Aramburu

    Established partner Pedro Eugenio Aramburu draws on his significant experience handling corporate transactions for clients across a range of sectors, including power and manufacturing.

    • Eugenio Aramburu stands out not only for his knowledge and skill, but also for the trust and assurance he brings to his clients through his dedication and professionalism.

      Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America
  • Band 5Santiago Daireaux
    Band 5Santiago Daireaux

    Santiago Daireaux

    Santiago Daireaux co-heads the corporate department at the firm and plays a central role advising clients on M&A and private equity transactions.
    • Santiago Daireaux is our go-to person. He brings a no-nonsense approach, business-focused mindset and sharp negotiation skills.

      Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America
  • Band 6Diego M Serrano Redonnet
    Band 6Diego M Serrano Redonnet

    Diego M Serrano Redonnet

    Partner Diego Serrano Redonnet is regularly seen advising clients on corporate finance, M&A transactions and joint ventures.

    • Diego Serrano has strong expertise and handles transactional work with a pro-deal approach.

      Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America

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