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What is a Retainer Fee? (Definition, Examples in Finance)

Peak Frameworks

Bankers, when guiding a company through a merger or acquisition, usually charge a retainer fee to ensure their intensive labor is compensated, like in the AT&T-Time Warner deal of 2018. For an investment banker, this could range from due diligence, and financial modeling, to deal negotiations.

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How Business Brokers Simplify Cross-Border M&A Deals in 2025

Lake Country Advisors

Their ability to mediate prevents misunderstandings that could cause negotiations to break down. Brokers act as mediators, working closely with both parties’ legal teams to clarify terms and resolve conflicts, ensuring transparency and trust throughout the process.

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