Blind Profile / Teaser
An anonymised one- or two-page summary of a business for sale, distributed to potential buyers before they sign an NDA.
Also known as: Teaser, Anonymous profile, Executive summary teaser
One-line definition
The teaser gives potential buyers enough to decide whether to engage — sector, size, and headline metrics — without revealing the seller's identity.
Typical contents
- Sector and business model description (anonymised).
- Revenue and EBITDA range.
- Key investment highlights.
- Indicative process timeline.
- Contact details of the sell-side adviser.
Related terms
NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement)
A confidentiality agreement signed by potential buyers before receiving sensitive information about a target company in a sale process.
CIM (Confidential Information Memorandum)
A detailed sell-side document providing comprehensive information about the target company to potential buyers who have signed an NDA.
Process Letter
A document issued by the seller's M&A adviser describing the sale process rules, bid deadlines, and required format for offers.