Focus Investment Banking

MARCH 24, 2024

In the dynamic realm of direct-to-consumer (DTC) businesses, a clear hierarchy emerges in private equity valuations, largely based on the perceived stability, scalability, control over supply chains and customer experiences. The hierarchy in DTC business valuations reflects a balance between risk and reward.

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JD Supra: Mergers

AUGUST 29, 2024

These portfolios present challenges for financings, including issues with valuation, enforcement, and liquidation.

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OfficeHours

JULY 18, 2023

In the pursuit of attractive equity returns, private equity firms have developed numerous innovative strategies beyond typical leveraged buyouts and take-private transactions. As it happens, this is an industry that has experienced a significant amount of private equity-backed roll-up activity.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

JANUARY 24, 2024

Let’s start with the elephant in the room: yes, we’ve covered the growth equity case study before, but I’m doing it again because I don’t think the previous examples were great. So, you can think of this example and tutorial as “Growth Equity Case Study: The Final Form.” They over-complicated the financial model (e.g.,

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Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Guardian Capital Group Limited (Guardian) (TSX: GCG; GCG.A) announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Galibier Capital Management Ltd. TORONTO, Sept. Galibier), a Toronto, Canada-based investment management firm. Guardian completed the transaction on the terms announced on June 20, 2024.

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How2Exit

OCTOBER 30, 2023

rn Visit [link] rn _ rn About The Guest(s): Jeffery Oboy is the founder of Paratus Capital, a search fund focused on acquiring and operating small to medium-sized businesses. He has a background in running and growing businesses, with experience in equity partnerships and international operations. We're looking at it today."

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Successful Acquisitions

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The Verdict is In on the Sell Side: Business Valuation Basics By Brian Goodhart Valuation is a fundamental aspect of the complex and intricate world of mergers and acquisitions. Today, we will delve into the intricate art and science of valuation, exploring its various components and purposes.

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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 2nd valuation method for today is the Liquidation Value method.

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Sica Fletcher

JUNE 11, 2024

The following report contains our projections for Q3 2024 insurance broker valuation multiples. Insurance Broker Valuation Multiples: Q3 2024 Projections Using these numbers as a baseline, let’s examine the insurance industry more closely to identify influential factors behind its specific changes. as of H1 2024.

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OfficeHours

JUNE 5, 2023

Private equity consulting firms play a crucial role in the success of portfolio companies by providing specialized expertise and strategic guidance. Private equity consulting firms go beyond traditional advisory services by providing value-added services to their clients.

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Sun Acquisitions

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

As you meticulously evaluate financial statements, assess market conditions, and fine-tune your pitch, it’s crucial not to overlook the less conspicuous elements that can significantly influence your business’s valuation in mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

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Francine Way

JULY 13, 2017

As I mentioned in my valuation preparation post , Comparable Company is a valuation method that uses metrics of other similar businesses (same industry, size, geography, valuation multiples, etc.) Calculating cost of debt, cost of equity, and weighted average cost of capital (WACC).

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Sun Acquisitions

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Among the most critical factors to consider is the capital gains tax rate. An increase in capital gains taxes can directly and profoundly impact the valuation of M&A transactions. Understanding Capital Gains Taxes Capital gains taxes are levied on the profit realized from the sale of an asset held for more than one year.

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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. Calculate cost of debt, cost of equity, and weighted average cost of capital (WACC).

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Software Equity Group

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Given geopolitical instability, high interest rates, and the perception that B2B SaaS valuation multiples are declining, it is no great surprise that many founders interested in pursuing a transaction are considering delaying a liquidity event. Continue reading to learn more about what is driving today’s B2B SaaS valuation multiples.

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Software Equity Group

MARCH 26, 2024

For top private equity firms, there’s a lot to like about SaaS. Top Software Private Equity Firms Here is a select list of the most active PE investors in the SaaS and software industry over the past year (data taken from the SEG 2024 Annual SaaS Report ). The firm currently employs 31 professionals. The firm employs 93 professionals.

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Software Equity Group

MAY 8, 2024

But what are the key influences shaping valuation multiples in today’s M&A deals? As you contemplate your exit strategy, it becomes increasingly crucial to understand the external factors driving the valuation of your SaaS company. The Analytics and Data Management category was second in 2023, with 285 deals.

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Software Equity Group

MAY 7, 2024

But what are the key influences shaping valuation multiples in today’s M&A deals? As you contemplate your exit strategy, it becomes increasingly crucial to understand the external factors driving the valuation of your SaaS company. The Analytics and Data Management category was second in 2023, with 285 deals.

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Focus Investment Banking

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

My biggest takeaway from this year’s MTD 100 is the growing number of large tire dealerships that are either owned or backed by private equity groups. based private equity firm Leonard Green & Partners remains a majority investor in Sun Auto Tire & Service Inc. He has worked with many private equity firms.

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Growth Business

JUNE 29, 2023

The objectives you set for the business will dictate the type of finance you should raise: the two key options being equity (selling shares in your company) and debt (borrowing from a bank or financial institution). If growth and sale are not part of your plan, then an equity raise is not the right choice for you.

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Software Equity Group

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The difference pays off in higher valuations: Companies that can retain and grow within their customer bases, particularly in the face of a recession, are rewarded with higher multiples. These factors make high-NRR companies attractive to investors and buyers, often resulting in higher valuation multiples. EV/TTM revenue multiple.

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Software Equity Group

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Our report provides context for private companies to better understand factors influencing their valuations and evaluate how they can position themselves within a changing marketplace. This post will examine the current state of public SaaS company valuations and what it means for private companies. What is the SEG Index?

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Mergers and Inquisitions

MAY 15, 2024

Private equity value creation came on my radar a few years ago when I noticed something: Even though traditional PE deal roles were not doing well, “operational” or “value creation” teams still seemed to be recruiting. What Does the Private Equity Value Creation Team Do in Real Life? Why is PE Value Creation Suddenly “Hot”?

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Francine Way

JULY 18, 2017

For this valuation post, I wanted to talk about a valuation method that is making its way out of academia and into the real world, a method that is gaining popularity in the world of portfolio management. Market Price as multiple of Book Value of Equity at year-end = Market Price at year-end / Book Value of Equity.

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Francine Way

JUNE 22, 2020

To pick up where we last left off with valuation, I will cover the topic of a Merger Relative Valuation in this blog post and move on to other non-valuation topics from here. Working Capital deficit. Negative equity balance. Shareholder equity: positive or negative.

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Francine Way

JULY 11, 2017

Just as any home appraiser or credit officer does before going through the analytical exercise to produce a score for a home or a borrower, valuation professionals go through several steps of preparation before the actual exercise of producing a number that can be used as a value of a company.

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Growth Business

MARCH 1, 2024

By Dom Walbanke on Growth Business - Your gateway to entrepreneurial success Raising private equity funds is seen as the holy grail for businesses who want to grow quickly, simply because the strength of capital opens the door for rapid growth.

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OfficeHours

JUNE 5, 2023

The paper LBO is one of the most commonly used and intimidating interview techniques for private equity. Many candidates dread the paper LBO, but simply put, it is one of the most definitive “weeder” techniques used by many private equity firms and investment banking to lower the applicant pool.

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Software Equity Group

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Software Equity Group closely monitors M&A activity, historical trends, and insights from the investor and strategic buyer community to paint a more complete picture of what’s happening. Here’s a closer look at what the future looks like for the SaaS M&A market and its valuation multiples.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

JULY 31, 2024

If you ever tire of the hype around tech, industrials private equity might be an ideal hiding spot. Morgan’s acquisition of Carnegie Steel in 1901 – was an industrials private equity deal. Table Of Contents Industrials Private Equity Defined What Has Drawn Private Equity Firms to Industrials Companies?

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Business Standard - FInance

JUNE 27, 2023

This is an index of the most valuable private equity or venture capital-funded companies in Indiafounded after 2000, ranked according to their latest funding round valuation.

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Focus Investment Banking

JUNE 12, 2023

Thriving US Middle Market Fundraising and Resilient Private Equity Regarding Global M&A Private Equity Trends, looking at the positive news, the US middle-market fundraising landscape remained stable throughout 2022, with 156 funds closing at an aggregate value of $133.5 While average valuations in the U.S.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

AUGUST 16, 2023

As with investment banking in Hong Kong , I can summarize private equity in China in one sentence: “If you’re not Chinese, don’t even think about it, and even if you are Chinese, it’s best if you have great connections within the CCP and want to stay in China long-term.”

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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. This current post about Leveraged Buy Out (LBO) is about a valuation method used by a very specific type of financial acquirer: private equity (PE) firms.

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Lake Country Advisors

AUGUST 8, 2024

Accurate and appropriate valuation is one of the pillars of maximizing the profits from a business sale. However, company valuation isn’t as simple as slapping a price on your business. It’s a delicate balancing act, as inaccurate valuations have polarizing consequences.

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How2Exit

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

He has had the honor of serving as president and CEO of three national private equity-backed service companies over the past 21 years. The private equity world has changed drastically since Adam first started. Adam was recruited to join this industry and he was initially unfamiliar with the concept of private equity.

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Devensoft

AUGUST 22, 2023

Navigating M&A valuations with precision is paramount for informed decision-making. Our guide equips you with step-by-step instructions on employing the Enterprise Value Calculator effectively, complete with insights into optimal practices for precision valuations. Let’s dive into the intricacies of this invaluable resource.

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