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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Mergers and Inquisitions

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Look around online, and you will quickly discover that most coverage of venture capital interview questions is junk. Categories of Venture Capital Interview Questions I would split VC interview questions into 6 main categories. Venture Capital Interview Questions: Fit / Background Q: Walk me through your resume.

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Wizenius

MAY 14, 2023

Terminal Value The terminal value is an essential component of a discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis. It represents the value of a business or an investment beyond the explicit projection period used in the DCF model. This method is particularly useful for capital-intensive industries. Here are three widely used approaches: 1.

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Francine Way

JULY 13, 2017

Calculating cost of debt, cost of equity, and weighted average cost of capital (WACC). The multiples calculation then proceeded as follow: Market Capitalization = Share Price * Fully-diluted Shares Outstanding. Enterprise Value = Market Capitalization + Total Debt - Total Cash. They are basically the same for this exercise.

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Francine Way

JULY 11, 2017

Access to credible sources of information such as SEC EDGAR database , Treasury.gov , OECD GDP Forecast , Mergent Online, S&P Capital IQ, Hoovers, ValueLine, Yahoo Finance , MarketWatch , and Damodaran Online. Information listed in the DCF analysis: See the items listed under DCF above.

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Peak Frameworks

JUNE 7, 2023

Diving Deep into Cash Flow from Operations Cash flow from operations is calculated by adjusting net income for non-cash expenses and changes in working capital. Changes in Working Capital - Adjustments must be made for increases and decreases in current assets and current liabilities.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

MAY 3, 2023

It can be useful for certain companies, such as power and utility firms and midstream (pipeline) operators in oil & gas … …but it’s also much harder to set up and use than a standard DCF. The basic set of steps looks like this: Step 1: Forecast Revenue and Expenses This is the same as in any other 3-statement model or DCF.

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OfficeHours

MAY 19, 2023

If you’ve ever thought that Buyside might be for you — whether it be Growth Equity, Private Equity, Hedge Funds, Corporate Development, Venture Capital, etc. A Few Reads to Digest Valuation Simplified: How Discounted Cash Flow Modeling Drives Financial Analysis Harness Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) modeling for financial analysis.

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Wizenius

JUNE 25, 2023

Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC): Calculate the Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC), which represents the average rate of return required by the company's investors. The WACC considers the cost of debt and equity financing and reflects the risk associated with the company's capital structure.

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Sun Acquisitions

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Deal Financing: Valuation guides the selection of the proper financing structure for the deal, including how much capital is required and where it should be sourced. Discounted Cash Flow (DCF): DCF is a fundamental valuation method that estimates the present value of a company’s future cash flows.

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Shearman & Sterling

JANUARY 2, 2017

Merion Capital L.P., . ("LPS"), in an appraisal action brought by shareholder petitioners after Fidelity National Financial, Inc. ("Fidelity") acquired LPS. Lender Processing Services, Inc.,

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Focus Investment Banking

APRIL 7, 2024

For private equity (PE) groups, these rates determine the cost of capital, which is essential for their investment strategies. Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Analysis: This is the most common valuation method involving discounting future cash flows back to their present value.

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Shearman & Sterling

JANUARY 2, 2017

Merion Capital L.P., . ("LPS"), in an appraisal action brought by shareholder petitioners after Fidelity National Financial, Inc. ("Fidelity") acquired LPS. Lender Processing Services, Inc.,

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Francine Way

JULY 18, 2017

Because dividends is a piece of equity, we can use the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) to calculate the proper Rate of Return (r). Projected Book Value of Equity at the end of the 15 years = from the proforma balance sheet that we developed in our DCF post. The 1st step in DDM is to derive the proper discount rate (Rate of Return).

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Mergers and Inquisitions

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Healthcare Private Equity Definition : A healthcare private equity firm raises capital from outside investors (Limited Partners), acquires companies in the healthcare services, devices, and healthcare IT segments, and aims to grow these firms and sell their stakes within 3 – 7 years to realize a return on their investments.

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Software Equity Group

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

DCF: Discounted Cash Flow Estimates a company’s value and forecasts future cash flow by incorporating the time value of money. DCF is used when making investment decisions and understanding a business’s current and future value. FCF: Free Cash Flow The amount of cash a company generates after deducting any capital expenditures.

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Wizenius

JUNE 5, 2023

Highlight your experience in performing company valuations using various methods, such as discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis, comparable company analysis, or precedent transactions. Highlight your ability to identify potential investors, analyze market conditions, and create compelling presentations to secure capital for clients.

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Wizenius

JULY 30, 2023

Lets see how this works Most of the variations of Financial models in investment banking mostly revolve around 1) DCF 2) M&A 3) LBO 4) Comparable & Transaction Comps Idea Bank - From Scratch to Template: Build a comprehensive version of each of the above varieties of financial models from scratch.

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Devensoft

AUGUST 22, 2023

As opposed to merely focusing on the market capitalization, which only accounts for the company’s equity value, the Enterprise Value Calculator considers the company’s debt, cash, and other financial liabilities. Discount Rates Discount rates are used in the DCF method to determine the present value of future cash flows.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

JANUARY 10, 2024

You will very rarely get exposed to the type of financial modeling that bankers complete: 3-statement models , DCF models , M&A models , LBO models , and so on. Think: benchmarking portfolios rather than modeling companies. As with the job itself, the theme is breadth over depth.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The multi-manager hedge fund model is simple: Raise $10-20 billion, borrow at the fund level to take this to $50-$100 billion, and then allocate this capital to dozens of internal teams. So, expect a lot of quarterly financial projections , quick public comps , and simple DCF models linked to specific catalysts.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

JULY 26, 2023

Like a PE firm, a search fund raises capital from outside investors and aims to multiply that capital by investing it – but like a SPAC, it makes only one acquisition. Because search funds raise little capital to acquire these small businesses, most search fund internships are unpaid.

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Francine Way

JULY 20, 2017

Thus far, we have covered four popular valuation methods in M&A (DCF, Comparable Company, Precedent Transaction, and LBO) and one less known one that is making its way out of the academic realm into the business world (Dividend Discount Method, DDM). The lease origination business is valued at a multiple of upfront fees less costs.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

MAY 29, 2024

Project Finance Definition: “Project Finance” refers to acquisitions, debt/equity financings, and new developments of capital-intensive infrastructure assets that provide essential utilities and services. Outside of LBOs, this Exit Value or Terminal Value concept is widely used in other corporate finance analyses, such as the DCF model.

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Francine Way

JULY 17, 2017

For this table, recall that LBO transactions are heavily financed with debt (it can go up to 90% of the capital structure for some deals). Capex as % of Sales = - Capital Expenditures / Revenue. Because this step is similar in this method as it is in the other valuation methods (DCF, Comparable Company, etc.),

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Mergers and Inquisitions

JUNE 21, 2023

Most of our students and coaching clients in the Middle East have had to complete modeling tests or case studies, even for entry-level roles, and something like the 90-minute 3-statement modeling test or DCF model on this site could easily come up. 7,200 | U.K.: 1,000 | Dubai: ~150 Hedge Funds: S.: 3,200 | U.K.: ~500 standards (i.e.,

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Mergers and Inquisitions

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Internships at local venture capital or private equity firms. Yes, you can read guides , take courses , and watch YouTube videos , but you should also spend a few hours building simple DCF models or 3-statement models to learn the key concepts. Internships at regional boutique banks. Corporate finance roles at nearby companies.

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Cooley M&A

JULY 9, 2021

Nonetheless, parties should be mindful of the potential impact of Regal in transactions with delayed closings (particularly those with more significant gaps between signing and closing), as it provides a roadmap for would-be appraisal arbitragers to potentially capitalize on increases in target’s value between signing and closing.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

APRIL 5, 2023

Sovereign wealth funds have much longer time horizons and more “permanent capital” than traditional PE firms, hedge funds, and funds of funds, and these points create differences in timing, strategy, and willingness to pay. You can also potentially join a portfolio company if you’ve worked in a group that does direct or co-investments.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

JULY 19, 2023

Think: a deep review of companies’ financial statements, 3-statement models , and DCF-based valuations. You do not have a good shot at exit opportunities such as private equity , investment banking , venture capital , or corporate development because they all require deal experience.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

APRIL 19, 2023

For example, Capital IQ splits up the sector by metal type (aluminum, diversified, copper, gold, precious metals, silver, and steel). Valuation , such as the different multiples used for mining companies and the NAV model in place of the DCF (see below). However, mining companies are usually classified based on their focus metal.

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