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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. Derive Free Cash Flow to Firm (FCFF).

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

Francine Way

Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) i s 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. to find the value estimate of a potential investment.

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Power-Up Your Resume: Essential Investment Banking Keywords

Wizenius

In the highly competitive field of investment banking, a well-crafted resume can be the key to landing coveted interview opportunities. In this blog post, we will highlight five essential keywords that you should incorporate into your resume to increase your chances of getting those sought-after investment banking interview calls.

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Understanding the Impact of Interest Rates on Private Equity and Business Valuations

Focus Investment Banking

The Role of Interest Rates in Private Equity Investments: Interest rates, set by central banks, are a critical factor in the economy, influencing the cost of borrowing money. For private equity (PE) groups, these rates determine the cost of capital, which is essential for their investment strategies.

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The Verdict is In on the Sell Side: Business Valuation Basics

Successful Acquisitions

In M&A, we seek fair market value or investment value, emphasizing the value to a specific party. Cost of Capital: The cost of capital, a critical factor, combines the cost of equity and debt weighted by the firm’s capitalization. Understanding the Premise Valuation hinges on the premise underpinning it.

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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. Below are the six recognized methodologies with short explanations of each: Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Analysis: This analysis derives an ‘intrinsic’ value of a company. What is Valuation?

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Should I Sell My Insurance Agency?

Sica Fletcher

Different factors can trigger this need - some sellers have what they see as a rare investment opportunity that they want to take advantage of. Other times, they are hoping to use their share of the sale to alleviate personal debt. Manageable Debt. The owner is ready to settle down and enjoy their golden years and either a.)