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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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Methods and Examples on How to Value a Company

Lake Country Advisors

This method is based on the principle that a company’s valuation can be estimated by looking at the prices investors have historically paid for comparable businesses. Discount Cash Flows to Present Value: Use the discount rate to discount the projected future cash flows and the terminal value to their present values.

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Delaware Supreme Court Reverses And Remands Appraisal Award But Rejects Bright-Line Presumption In Favor Of Deal Price

Shearman & Sterling

reversed and remanded an appraisal ruling that had determined the buyout of DFC Global Corporation ("DFC") by private equity investor Lone Star at $9.50 per share, by giving equal weight to: (1) the deal price, (2) a comparable companies analysis, and (3) a discounted cash flow analysis. Strine, Jr., per share, 8.4%

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Delaware Supreme Court Reverses And Remands Appraisal Award But Rejects Bright-Line Presumption In Favor Of Deal Price

Shearman & Sterling

reversed and remanded an appraisal ruling that had determined the buyout of DFC Global Corporation ("DFC") by private equity investor Lone Star at $9.50 per share, by giving equal weight to: (1) the deal price, (2) a comparable companies analysis, and (3) a discounted cash flow analysis. Strine, Jr., per share, 8.4%

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

Focus Investment Banking

Cost of Leveraged Buyouts: PE firms often use leveraged buyouts (LBOs) to acquire companies, relying heavily on debt financing. Lower interest rates make this debt cheaper, enabling PE firms to execute more buyouts or bid higher for target companies. This market trend can raise the comparative value of similar businesses.

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Power-Up Your Resume: Essential Investment Banking Keywords

Wizenius

Highlight your experience in performing company valuations using various methods, such as discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis, comparable company analysis, or precedent transactions. Information Memorandum: Include experience in preparing persuasive information memoranda to attract investors and facilitate successful deals.

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Creating an M&A Playbook with ChatGPT as Your Consultant

Midaxo

Establish communication strategies : Create a communication plan that addresses internal and external stakeholders, such as employees, customers, partners, and investors. Financial due diligence : Analyze the target’s financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.

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