Francine Way

JULY 13, 2017

to find the value estimate of a potential investment. Building the proforma income statement, proforma balance sheet, and Free Cash Flow to Firm (FCFF). Tangible Book Value = Book Value of Equity - Goodwill. TEV/Tangible Book Value Multiple = Enterprise Value / Tangible Book Value.

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Francine Way

JULY 12, 2017

As I mentioned in my last post, Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) is a valuation method that uses free cash flow projections, a discount rate, and a growth rate to find the present value estimate of a potential investment. The major steps of DCF are: Identify extraordinary, unusual, non-recurring items from the target’s 10-Ks and 10-Qs.

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How2Exit

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

An existing business may also be generating revenue and profits, which can provide a source of income and a return on investment. You must be willing to explore different sources for deals, build relationships within your industry or niche, and reach out directly to business owners. Using effective communication is also important.

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Francine Way

JULY 17, 2017

Thus far, we have discussed three common valuation methods that most strategic and financial acquirers use when valuing a company for acquisitions or investments. The major steps of LBO are: Building the Sources and Uses tables. Building a proforma balance sheet. Building the go-forward 3-statement model.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

JANUARY 10, 2024

If you want to read angry comments and long threads with plenty of insults, you can’t go wrong with the wealth management vs. investment banking debate. And wealth managers at large banks may advise people with as little as a few hundred thousand to invest. Think: benchmarking portfolios rather than modeling companies.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

APRIL 19, 2023

Metals & mining investment banking used to be a “sleepy” group. But let’s forget about the children temporarily and focus on the verticals, the drivers, deal examples, and the exit opportunities if you escape from the underground mines: What Is Metals & Mining Investment Banking?

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Devensoft

AUGUST 22, 2023

These tools enable professionals to build detailed valuation models that consider various factors influencing a company’s value. Investment Banking Tools: Investment banks and financial advisory firms often use proprietary software or tools tailored for enterprise valuation during M&A transactions.

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