How2Exit
FEBRUARY 26, 2023
It is important to ensure that all of the legal documents are in order and that the sale is conducted in a legal and ethical manner. By doing this, she has been able to create a network of relationships that have allowed her to become the chairman of a publicly traded company. Lana has also taken the time to learn and educate herself.
Software Equity Group
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
A thorough exit strategy planning process will help you understand your options, define your objectives, get the right metrics and documents in order, and identify areas for improvement that could help you attract a buyer and increase your valuation in an M&A exit. Get your legal documents in order.
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Cooley M&A
OCTOBER 29, 2020
Just as it would in a traditional IPO, the target must be prepared to provide the required financial information and other documentation necessary to operate as a public company, including PCAOB financials. Revisiting Governance Documentation. For more on Chairman Clayton’s remarks regarding SPACs, see this Cooley Pubco post.
Cooley M&A
MARCH 1, 2019
The usual pros and cons of being a publicly traded company will also need to be considered. Some of the benefits, of course, include the ability to use listed paper as acquisition currency and to offer liquid stock options to employees, heightened corporate visibility and public company premium valuation. What’s the time frame?
RKJ Partners
AUGUST 6, 2017
This valuation framework and basis is incorporated into the letter of intent (LOI) and purchase agreement, two legal documents signed by both the buyer and seller that layout the basic and detail terms of the business acquisitions. Essentially, comparable company analysis looks at the value of publicly traded companies.
Cooley M&A
JULY 9, 2021
Buyers should keep a detailed record of any internal discussions and deliberations regarding deal price, and carefully document the type and amount of expected synergies reflected in the deal price, as synergy reductions will help to counteract any upward adjustment for increases in value. Adjustments to Deal Price for Synergies.
Software Equity Group
MARCH 18, 2024
The SEG SaaS Index helps users conduct their own research on over 100 publicly traded SaaS companies. These documents are influential tools for presenting your company in the best possible light and facilitating meaningful and informed engagements with potential buyers.
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