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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.

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Methods and Examples on How to Value a Company

Lake Country Advisors

Accurate and appropriate valuation is one of the pillars of maximizing the profits from a business sale. It’s integral to ensuring that the sale benefits all stakeholders and should be one of your priorities before advertising it to potential buyers. Example Scenario: Suppose you want to value a technology company, TechCo.

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Why Accurate Financials are Key to Success in Buying, Selling, and Valuing Businesses

How2Exit

E247: Why Accurate Financials are Key to Success in Buying, Selling, and Valuing Businesses - Watch Here About the Guest(s): Ryan Hutchins is an accomplished entrepreneur and expert in the field of mergers and acquisitions. Hutchins emphasizes, "You live or die by the cash in your bank account, which is not a great way to run a business."

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Useful Software Industry Acronyms for Executives

Software Equity Group

Being aware of these terms and their implications can significantly enhance your ability to navigate negotiations, make informed business decisions, and demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of your company’s value. FCF: Free Cash Flow The amount of cash a company generates after deducting any capital expenditures.

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

Successful Acquisitions

It’s a balance where numbers meet intuition, and neither aspect should be ignored. Purposes of Valuation Before diving into the nuts and bolts of valuation, it’s crucial to understand its purposes. Discounts and Premiums: Depending on the specific situation, discounts and premiums may apply.

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Evaluating Asset Management Companies: Key Metrics and Methodologies

MergersCorp M&A International

Net Income and Profit Margins: Net income provides insight into the profitability of the business. Key metrics used include Price/Earnings (P/E) ratios, Price/AUM ratios, and enterprise value ratios (EV/EBITDA). By analyzing valuations of similar organizations, one can derive a contextual estimate of the AMC’s worth.

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Should I Sell My Insurance Agency?

Sica Fletcher

This will give you time to make necessary changes to the operational structure to make your agency more profitable, thus increasing the probability of a higher payout when it goes to market. Beyond proof of sustained profitability when analyzing these documents, look for: Liquid Assets. What Documents Do I Need? Let’s Talk.