Francine Way

JULY 17, 2017

Thus far, we have discussed three common valuation methods that most strategic and financial acquirers use when valuing a company for acquisitions or investments. This current post about Leveraged Buy Out (LBO) is about a valuation method used by a very specific type of financial acquirer: private equity (PE) firms.

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Francine Way

JULY 19, 2017

Thus far, we have discussed five valuation methods: DCF, Comparable Company, Precedent Transaction, LBO, and Dividend Discount Model (DDM). So, a good valuation model has to take into account the possibilities of a variable having multiple values along with each value’s probability of occurring. To-date, we have lumped them together.

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OfficeHours

JUNE 5, 2023

Private equity firms play a vital role in the broader investment landscape, and their success relies heavily on their ability to execute deals effectively. Simply put, any private equity associate course must focus on developing and refining these skills. We understand that, as a junior in the finance industry, time is of the essence.

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Growth Business

OCTOBER 25, 2024

By Michael Goodwin on Growth Business - Your gateway to entrepreneurial success Many entrepreneurs’ burning question when considering investment for growth is how much equity to give away. Suppose your business is a fast-growth technology startup, and you’re speaking to tech-focused angel investors or venture capitalists.

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OfficeHours

OCTOBER 20, 2023

For private equity investors who have been monitoring the situation around inflation for the last few months to a year, many have been disappointed to see the slow trajectory with which inflation has been coming down from highs. Explore the role of private equity now. Currently, inflation in the U.S.

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OfficeHours

JUNE 6, 2023

The private equity industry has experienced significant growth in recent years, leading to a highly competitive job market for aspiring professionals, particularly at the associate level. Below, I will provide a comprehensive guide on how to stand out in the competitive private equity associate job market.

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OfficeHours

JUNE 5, 2023

Private equity consulting firms play a crucial role in the success of portfolio companies by providing specialized expertise and strategic guidance. Private equity consulting firms go beyond traditional advisory services by providing value-added services to their clients.

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OfficeHours

JULY 18, 2023

In the pursuit of attractive equity returns, private equity firms have developed numerous innovative strategies beyond typical leveraged buyouts and take-private transactions. As it happens, this is an industry that has experienced a significant amount of private equity-backed roll-up activity.

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Growth Business

JUNE 29, 2023

The objectives you set for the business will dictate the type of finance you should raise: the two key options being equity (selling shares in your company) and debt (borrowing from a bank or financial institution). If growth and sale are not part of your plan, then an equity raise is not the right choice for you. 2023 limits).

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OfficeHours

OCTOBER 16, 2023

For private equity investors who have been monitoring the situation around inflation for the last few months to a year, many have been disappointed to see the slow trajectory with which inflation has been coming down from highs. Instead, inflation of 5% would mean that the private equity firm’s real return would be reduced to 15%.

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CNBC: Investing

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Art Cashin expects the presidential election cycle to give stocks a boost, but that doesn't mean there's no risks for equity investors in the year ahead.

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OfficeHours

OCTOBER 16, 2023

For private equity investors, one of the most important considerations for a successful investment is determining the value the firm will receive at exit, which directly impacts fund returns. Private equity investors often have a 5 to 7-year investment horizon and expect a significant return at the end of this hold period.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

JANUARY 24, 2024

Let’s start with the elephant in the room: yes, we’ve covered the growth equity case study before, but I’m doing it again because I don’t think the previous examples were great. So, you can think of this example and tutorial as “Growth Equity Case Study: The Final Form.” They over-complicated the financial model (e.g.,

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Mergers and Inquisitions

MARCH 13, 2024

Over the past few decades, growth equity (GE) has gone from an afterthought to a major asset class for huge investment firms. Some argue that GE offers the best of both worlds: the opportunity to fund innovation and growth – as in venture capital – plus the ability to limit downside risk and invest in proven companies – as in private equity.

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How2Exit

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

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How2Exit

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

b' Investor and Entrepreneur - Carl Allen, Shares His Expertise on Buying and Selling Businesses - Watch Here rn rn About The Guest(s): Carl Allen is an entrepreneur, investor, and corporate dealmaker with almost three decades of experience buying and selling businesses. rn Furthermore, sellers must determine who their ideal buyer is.

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How2Exit

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Jordan Wagner's Multi-Million Dollar Deal Secrets EXPOSED - Watch Here About the Guest(s): Jordan Wagner is the CEO and founder of the Exit Group, a firm specializing in assisting private equity firms and large corporations in acquiring businesses. Sometimes, providing a unique twist on a common service can generate significant profits.

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OfficeHours

JUNE 5, 2023

The paper LBO is one of the most commonly used and intimidating interview techniques for private equity. Many candidates dread the paper LBO, but simply put, it is one of the most definitive “weeder” techniques used by many private equity firms and investment banking to lower the applicant pool.

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The New York Times: Banking

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Investment firms are raising record sums for real estate secondary funds that cut private deals to buy assets from investors who can’t otherwise exit.

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Focus Investment Banking

APRIL 7, 2024

One aspect that is often talked about and significantly impacts the business landscape is the relationship between interest rates, private equity groups, and business valuations. For private equity (PE) groups, these rates determine the cost of capital, which is essential for their investment strategies.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

AUGUST 16, 2023

As with investment banking in Hong Kong , I can summarize private equity in China in one sentence: “If you’re not Chinese, don’t even think about it, and even if you are Chinese, it’s best if you have great connections within the CCP and want to stay in China long-term.”

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 9, 2025

A Strategic Guide for Founders and CEOs For software founders contemplating a sale, the question of valuation is often the firstand most complexhurdle. Understanding the Core Valuation Framework At its core, software company valuation is typically based on a multiple of earnings or revenue. What is my software company worth?

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Focus Investment Banking

MARCH 24, 2024

In the dynamic realm of direct-to-consumer (DTC) businesses, a clear hierarchy emerges in private equity valuations, largely based on the perceived stability, scalability, control over supply chains and customer experiences. The hierarchy in DTC business valuations reflects a balance between risk and reward.

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TechCrunch: M&A

JUNE 29, 2023

The deal As part of the agreement, Meituan will be paying the AI startup’s various investors, including $5 million to Qimai, which is controlled by Meituan’s current CEO Wang Xing, $28 million to HongShan, which was called Sequoia China before the recent restructuring of the parent firm , and $201 million to other investors.

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TechCrunch: M&A

JULY 27, 2023

Uplift had raised nearly $700 million in equity and debt, securing $123 million at a reported $195 million valuation in its Series C round alone. Klarna , once Europe’s most valuable VC-backed company, suffered an 85% valuation cut, from $45.6 Upgrade arguably got Uplift for a song. billion to just $6.7

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Global Banking & Finance

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

In the world of business and finance, understanding key concepts such as enterprise value, private equity investments, and business valuation is crucial for making right decisions.

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Software Equity Group

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Software Equity Group closely monitors M&A activity, historical trends, and insights from the investor and strategic buyer community to paint a more complete picture of what’s happening. Here’s a closer look at what the future looks like for the SaaS M&A market and its valuation multiples.

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Software Equity Group

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Given geopolitical instability, high interest rates, and the perception that B2B SaaS valuation multiples are declining, it is no great surprise that many founders interested in pursuing a transaction are considering delaying a liquidity event. Continue reading to learn more about what is driving today’s B2B SaaS valuation multiples.

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How2Exit

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

From training, then funding, and post-acquisition support rn _ rn About The Guest(s): Joshua Catlett is an investor and advisor in the private healthcare sector. He also highlights the current state of the healthcare market and the opportunities for investors and buyers in the sector. Based Small Business.

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OfficeHours

JANUARY 26, 2024

When You Need to Return Cash in order to Raise More original article sourced by Ryan Gould, Bloomberg, sourced link above The world’s private equity firms have cash to burn. Private equity players have to face reality at some point,” said Per Franzen, head of private capital for Europe and North America at EQT AB.

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Software Equity Group

MAY 7, 2024

But what are the key influences shaping valuation multiples in today’s M&A deals? As you contemplate your exit strategy, it becomes increasingly crucial to understand the external factors driving the valuation of your SaaS company. The Analytics and Data Management category was second in 2023, with 285 deals.

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Software Equity Group

MAY 8, 2024

But what are the key influences shaping valuation multiples in today’s M&A deals? As you contemplate your exit strategy, it becomes increasingly crucial to understand the external factors driving the valuation of your SaaS company. The Analytics and Data Management category was second in 2023, with 285 deals.

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Software Equity Group

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Our report provides context for private companies to better understand factors influencing their valuations and evaluate how they can position themselves within a changing marketplace. This post will examine the current state of public SaaS company valuations and what it means for private companies. What is the SEG Index?

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Mergers and Inquisitions

MAY 3, 2023

To be fair, in some industries – like commercial banks and insurance within FIG – the DDM is a core valuation methodology. If you think about a standard DCF, metrics like Unlevered Free Cash Flow and Levered Free Cash Flow are a bit “imaginary” – because no company distributes them to its investors.

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Lake Country Advisors

AUGUST 8, 2024

Accurate and appropriate valuation is one of the pillars of maximizing the profits from a business sale. However, company valuation isn’t as simple as slapping a price on your business. It’s a delicate balancing act, as inaccurate valuations have polarizing consequences.

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How2Exit

MARCH 24, 2023

Concept 3: Equity in Exchange For Value Equity in exchange for value is a concept that has become increasingly popular in recent years. For consultants, equity in exchange for value can be a great way to increase their income and build wealth. By using our skills and experience, we can help others and ourselves reach our goals.

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Focus Investment Banking

JUNE 12, 2023

Thriving US Middle Market Fundraising and Resilient Private Equity Regarding Global M&A Private Equity Trends, looking at the positive news, the US middle-market fundraising landscape remained stable throughout 2022, with 156 funds closing at an aggregate value of $133.5 Investors are advised to adopt a longer-term perspective.

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