'M&A Portal' Launched: AI Accelerates SME M&A — A Hybrid Platform of AI Financial Analysis and Expert Advisory by Puente x OkayOkay
PUENTE Inc. launched 'M&A Portal', an AI-powered M&A analysis platform for SMEs, combining automated AI scoring with expert human advice starting at 0 yen per month.
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PUENTE Inc. (Headquarters: Tokorozawa City, Saitama; Representative Director: Kazuo Hoshina) has announced the launch of "M&A Portal" (https://ma-portal.net/), an AI M&A analysis platform for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This service is in partnership with OkayOkay Inc. (https://okayokay.jp/), which has a proven track record in the specialized field of M&A advisory, realizing a "hybrid" M&A support system that combines automated AI analysis with advisory services from human experts.
Puente M&A Portal
■ What is M&A Portal?
It is a cloud-based analysis platform where users simply upload their financial statements (PL/BS) and business plans, and the AI automatically performs financial analysis, SWOT analysis, competitor analysis, and matching of potential M&A candidates. It visualizes the information necessary for management decisions in just a few minutes, accelerating decision-making for SME business succession, growth strategies, and M&A considerations.
■ Background of the Launch
More than half of the owners of Japanese SMEs are over the age of 60, and the issues of business closure and business succession due to a lack of successors are becoming more serious every year. On the other hand, consulting with an M&A advisory firm presents high psychological and cost hurdles, and there has been no means to perform the necessary "objective self-evaluation," "synergy estimation," and "creation of a long list of candidates" at low cost during the initial consideration stage.
Leveraging its expertise in offshore development utilizing AI, PUENTE Inc. has restructured M&A analysis, which previously only some large corporations could use, into a service that can be started for 0 yen per month. Partnering with OkayOkay Inc., proven in M&A advisory, we support SME M&A through both "speed with AI and depth with experts."
■ Main Features of the Service
[1. AI Financial Analysis]
Simply upload your PL/BS, and the AI will score profitability, safety, and growth potential from multiple angles. It supports management decisions with objective numbers.
[2. SWOT / Competitor Analysis]
From the business plan and financial data, the AI automatically executes a SWOT analysis. It clarifies your positioning and competitive advantage within the industry.
[3. M&A Candidate Matching]
The AI lists optimal M&A candidates along with synergy scores. It helps discover the best partners for both buying and selling.
[4. Hybrid Support of AI x Advisor]
An advisory consultation feature by the M&A expert team of OkayOkay Inc. is provided in the Premium Plan. Based on the AI's analysis results, human experts will advise on specific action plans.
[5. Security Design for SMEs]
Uploaded data is encrypted and automatically deleted after 30 days. It is designed so that even SMEs handling highly confidential financial information can use it with peace of mind.
■ Pricing Plans
- Starter: ¥0 / month (Self-analysis up to 5 times/month, SWOT analysis, financial scoring)
- Standard: ¥9,800 / month (excluding tax) (Self-analysis 20 times/month, pick up 5 M&A candidates, competitor analysis report, priority support)
- Premium: ¥19,800 / month (excluding tax) (Self-analysis 50 times/month, pick up 10 M&A candidates, M&A advisor consultation feature, competitor analysis report)
■ About the Partnership
The "M&A Advisor Consultation Feature" offered in the Premium Plan of this service will be handled by the M&A expert team of OkayOkay Inc. By having human experts accompany users during the phases of "deciphering" and "executing" the AI's analysis results, we have built a system where SME owners can move forward with M&A considerations with peace of mind.
■ Future Developments
Within 2026, we plan to implement an expansion of industry-specific synergy score models, PMI (Post-Merger Integration) support features, and subsidy/tax system application simulation features. Furthermore, we will sequentially roll out partnership programs with regional banks, professional services, and M&A boutiques to accelerate business succession support for regional SMEs on a national scale.
■ Service Overview
Service Name: M&A Portal
URL: https://ma-portal.net/
Provision format: SaaS (Web)
Supported devices: PC (recommended), smartphone, tablet
Launch Date: April 2026
Operated by: PUENTE Inc.
M&A Advisory Partner: OkayOkay Inc.
■ About PUENTE Inc.
Company Name: PUENTE Inc.
Location: Art Base A-202, 2-2951-44 Higashi-Sayamagaoka, Tokorozawa City, Saitama 359-1106
Representative: Representative Director Kazuo Hoshina
Business Description: Puente, a comprehensive AI consultancy from market research to development and implementation
URL: https://www.puentework.com
■ Contact
PUENTE Inc. https:/
Puente M&A Portal
■ What is M&A Portal?
It is a cloud-based analysis platform where users simply upload their financial statements (PL/BS) and business plans, and the AI automatically performs financial analysis, SWOT analysis, competitor analysis, and matching of potential M&A candidates. It visualizes the information necessary for management decisions in just a few minutes, accelerating decision-making for SME business succession, growth strategies, and M&A considerations.
■ Background of the Launch
More than half of the owners of Japanese SMEs are over the age of 60, and the issues of business closure and business succession due to a lack of successors are becoming more serious every year. On the other hand, consulting with an M&A advisory firm presents high psychological and cost hurdles, and there has been no means to perform the necessary "objective self-evaluation," "synergy estimation," and "creation of a long list of candidates" at low cost during the initial consideration stage.
Leveraging its expertise in offshore development utilizing AI, PUENTE Inc. has restructured M&A analysis, which previously only some large corporations could use, into a service that can be started for 0 yen per month. Partnering with OkayOkay Inc., proven in M&A advisory, we support SME M&A through both "speed with AI and depth with experts."
■ Main Features of the Service
[1. AI Financial Analysis]
Simply upload your PL/BS, and the AI will score profitability, safety, and growth potential from multiple angles. It supports management decisions with objective numbers.
[2. SWOT / Competitor Analysis]
From the business plan and financial data, the AI automatically executes a SWOT analysis. It clarifies your positioning and competitive advantage within the industry.
[3. M&A Candidate Matching]
The AI lists optimal M&A candidates along with synergy scores. It helps discover the best partners for both buying and selling.
[4. Hybrid Support of AI x Advisor]
An advisory consultation feature by the M&A expert team of OkayOkay Inc. is provided in the Premium Plan. Based on the AI's analysis results, human experts will advise on specific action plans.
[5. Security Design for SMEs]
Uploaded data is encrypted and automatically deleted after 30 days. It is designed so that even SMEs handling highly confidential financial information can use it with peace of mind.
■ Pricing Plans
- Starter: ¥0 / month (Self-analysis up to 5 times/month, SWOT analysis, financial scoring)
- Standard: ¥9,800 / month (excluding tax) (Self-analysis 20 times/month, pick up 5 M&A candidates, competitor analysis report, priority support)
- Premium: ¥19,800 / month (excluding tax) (Self-analysis 50 times/month, pick up 10 M&A candidates, M&A advisor consultation feature, competitor analysis report)
■ About the Partnership
The "M&A Advisor Consultation Feature" offered in the Premium Plan of this service will be handled by the M&A expert team of OkayOkay Inc. By having human experts accompany users during the phases of "deciphering" and "executing" the AI's analysis results, we have built a system where SME owners can move forward with M&A considerations with peace of mind.
■ Future Developments
Within 2026, we plan to implement an expansion of industry-specific synergy score models, PMI (Post-Merger Integration) support features, and subsidy/tax system application simulation features. Furthermore, we will sequentially roll out partnership programs with regional banks, professional services, and M&A boutiques to accelerate business succession support for regional SMEs on a national scale.
■ Service Overview
Service Name: M&A Portal
URL: https://ma-portal.net/
Provision format: SaaS (Web)
Supported devices: PC (recommended), smartphone, tablet
Launch Date: April 2026
Operated by: PUENTE Inc.
M&A Advisory Partner: OkayOkay Inc.
■ About PUENTE Inc.
Company Name: PUENTE Inc.
Location: Art Base A-202, 2-2951-44 Higashi-Sayamagaoka, Tokorozawa City, Saitama 359-1106
Representative: Representative Director Kazuo Hoshina
Business Description: Puente, a comprehensive AI consultancy from market research to development and implementation
URL: https://www.puentework.com
■ Contact
PUENTE Inc. https:/