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

Francine Way

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 Acquisitions Valuation Strategies: Unlocking the Secrets to Successful M&A Transactions

Sun Acquisitions

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have long been a cornerstone of corporate growth and strategy. It’s the process of determining the financial worth of a business, helping acquirers and sellers establish a fair price and make informed decisions. It involves forecasting cash flows and applying a discount rate.

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Evaluating Asset Management Companies: Key Metrics and Methodologies

MergersCorp M&A International

Asset management companies are integral players in the financial services sector, managing investments on behalf of clients, which can include individuals, institutions, and corporations. Key metrics used include Price/Earnings (P/E) ratios, Price/AUM ratios, and enterprise value ratios (EV/EBITDA).

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Metals & Mining Investment Banking: The Full Guide to Ground Zero for the Energy Transition

Mergers and Inquisitions

The metals & mining team’s classification varies based on the bank. Valuation , such as the different multiples used for mining companies and the NAV model in place of the DCF (see below). Sometimes, it’s in the broad “Natural Resources” group, but it could also be in Industrials , Renewables, or even Power & Utilities.

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Venture Capital Interview Questions: What to Expect and How to Prepare

Mergers and Inquisitions

A: For this one, you should find highly specific markets – such as P&C insurance technology rather than “fintech” – and argue that others have overlooked them for reasons X, Y, and Z, but they could potentially create billion-dollar startups. Q: Which markets are the most attractive to you? Q: How do you value a biotech startup?

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