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Candesic provided vendor commercial due diligence to Hakim Group

23 May 2025

Hakim Group, the UK’s largest independent group of opticians and audiologists, announced yesterday it is partnering with Intermediate Capital Group (ICG). Hakim Group has built a strong platform of clinically led, community-focused practices and continues to redefine excellence.

Candesic is pleased to have provided vendor commercial due diligence to Hakim Group in support of this transaction. The Candesic team was led by Managing Partner, Dr Leonid Shapiro and Engagement Manager Fabio Ruffinoni.

Congratulations to Hakim Group and Intermediate Capital Group (ICG) on this exciting partnership! We’re eager to see how you both continue to innovate and expand this distinctive model of independent care.