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M&A Blog #10 – equity (accretion / dilution)

Francine Way

Before we move on to the buy-side and sell-side process of M&A next week, I’d like to wrap up this week by discussing the other capital structure component / tool: equity. If you are a homeowner, you know that equity is the part of the home value that you actually own (as opposed to be owned by the bank).

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Trial Balance

Wall Street Mojo

When the auditors check the authenticity of the books, they go through all levels of financial records to endure they are error free and present a true and fair view of the business. Adjusted trial balance is the base of financial statement preparation, which should be done with skill and proper knowledge regarding accounting procedures.

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The Dividend Discount Model (DDM): The Black Sheep of Valuation?

Mergers and Inquisitions

And it values the company today based on the present value of its dividends and that potential future value (either the stock price or the Equity Value via the Terminal Value calculation). And Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) must distribute almost all their Net Income, so the DDM can work well in REIT valuations.

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What are Period Costs (Selling and Distribution, General and Administrative)?

Peak Frameworks

This includes the cost of transportation, packaging materials, and insurance. Recording and Reporting Period Costs In financial statements, period costs are recognized as expenses in the period they are incurred. These costs incentivize sales teams to achieve their targets.

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Project Finance vs. Corporate Finance: Careers, Recruiting, Financial Modeling, and More

Mergers and Inquisitions

Project Finance Definition: “Project Finance” refers to acquisitions, debt/equity financings, and new developments of capital-intensive infrastructure assets that provide essential utilities and services. However, many people also use the term more broadly to refer to equity, debt, and advisory for infrastructure assets.

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Commodity Hedge Funds: The Most Lucrative “Hidden Gem” in Finance?

Mergers and Inquisitions

Dedicated commodity trading firms such as Trafigura and Gunvor that buy and sell physical commodities and transport them globally. The Skills Required for Commodity Trading You do not use traditional financial statement analysis or valuation in commodity trading because the underlying asset is a futures contract , not a stock.

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What is a Subsidiary Company? (Structure, Pros and Considerations)

Peak Frameworks

Financial Reporting and Performance Metrics Subsidiaries maintain their financial statements, providing a clear picture of their performance. They also have the liberty to raise finances independently, much like how General Motors' subsidiary, GM Financial, operates in the finance domain.