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M&A Blog #16 – valuation (Discounted Cash Flow)

Francine Way

Calculate cost of debt, cost of equity, and weighted average cost of capital (WACC). Some examples of these items are litigation cost, shutdown cost, impairment cost, restructuring cost, acquisition integration expenses, and more. It is a good practice to verify the intended debt-vs-total-capital balance post-transaction when possible.

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Methods and Examples on How to Value a Company

Lake Country Advisors

Precedent Transactions Analysis (PTA) Precedent Transactions Analysis (PTA) is a valuation method that analyzes the prices paid for similar companies in past mergers and acquisitions. PTA is useful for understanding market trends and the premium paid for control in acquisition scenarios.

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M&A Blog #15 – valuation (tools and data preparation)

Francine Way

To perform this analysis, the following are needed: A peer group of 5 or more similar businesses: Can be obtained from sources such as S&P Capital IQ report; or individual research. Information listed in the DCF analysis: See the items listed under DCF above.

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Power-Up Your Resume: Essential Investment Banking Keywords

Wizenius

M&A (Merger and Acquisitions): As an investment banking professional, showcasing your experience and knowledge in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is crucial. Highlight any involvement in M&A transactions, such as due diligence, financial analysis, deal structuring, or client advisory. Let's dive in!

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Buy Side M&A Blog Series - Vol 7 - Valuing The Target

RKJ Partners

As investment bankers, RKJ Partners possesses a breadth of knowledge and experience in advising buyers on business acquisitions. For the purposes of this article, we will focus on valuation from the perspective of a merger and acquisition transaction, and specifically from the viewpoint of a buyer evaluating a business for sale.

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Equity Research vs. Investment Banking: Careers, Compensation, Exits, and AI/Automation Risk

Mergers and Inquisitions

But you would not build models for M&A deals, leveraged buyouts, or debt/equity issuances in research or at least, they would be far simpler than the IB versions. Investment Banking: Which Ones Right for You?