Software Equity Group

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The difference pays off in higher valuations: Companies that can retain and grow within their customer bases, particularly in the face of a recession, are rewarded with higher multiples. In this article, we will explore NRR in depth, examining its role in public software companies and sharing takeaways for leaders and executives.

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Francine Way

JUNE 22, 2020

To pick up where we last left off with valuation, I will cover the topic of a Merger Relative Valuation in this blog post and move on to other non-valuation topics from here. EBITDA: positive or negative, and in the case of the latter, the projected timeframe to profitability. Gross Margin: compare to expectation.

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Devensoft

AUGUST 22, 2023

Navigating M&A valuations with precision is paramount for informed decision-making. Our guide equips you with step-by-step instructions on employing the Enterprise Value Calculator effectively, complete with insights into optimal practices for precision valuations. Let’s dive into the intricacies of this invaluable resource.

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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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Francine Way

JULY 12, 2017

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. Calculate the Equity Value and the per-share Equity Value - this number would serve as the base case share price valuation.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

More and more, companies are turning to formal Value Sharing Plans (VSPs) as an alignment tool for leadership and key employees to maintain focus on creating long-term sustainable shareholder value. When designed and implemented with care, Value Sharing Plans can be highly effective for both recruiting and retention.

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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. In other words, you profit based on the company’s dividend s and the potential increases in its stock price over time. But outside of those, its status is murkier.

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Growth Business

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The stake will depend directly on the amount you want to raise compared to your business’s total valuation. In my experience, with eight years as a mid-market M&A advisor, SMEs traditionally trade for between four and seven times their profitability.

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Lake Country Advisors

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Buying into a business as a partner offers ownership and profit potential but also comes with risks. It grants you partial ownership, decision-making power, and a share of profits, but it also comes with substantial responsibilities. Evaluating a business thoroughly before making this decision is critical.

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Sica Fletcher

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Who Performs A Valuation? RIA valuations are typically performed by one of three parties: The M&A Advisor A Third-Party Specialist The Seller Themselves Although many sellers attempt to perform their own valuations, we strongly recommend against this.

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How2Exit

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Currently, Adam advises private equity firms and coaches CEOs globally, sharing his extensive knowledge through consulting and writing, with all royalties donated to charity. Coffey shares insights into his rich career path, from military service, which instilled values of discipline and leadership, to his tenure at GE under Jack Welch.

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Wall Street Mojo

JANUARY 17, 2024

The critical feature of convertible securities is the option it provides to the holder to convert their securities into a predetermined number of shares of the underlying issuer’s common stock. Such securities can either be a bond or preferred shares, which can further be converted to common shares of a company stock.

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Beyond M&A

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

It’s not just about the business’s direct profitability but the sustainability of that profit in an increasingly digital realm. I hope sharing these will give you an understanding of severity without veering into technical jargon. Below are some informal/internal notes of a previous cyber-security assessment.

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Sica Fletcher

JUNE 14, 2024

Determine EBITDA Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) is used as a measure of the profitability of an insurance agency while adding back interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization - all of which will vary depending on the circumstances of the new owner.

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Wall Street Mojo

JANUARY 17, 2024

This differentiation helps identify a company’s profitability Profitability Profitability refers to a company's ability to generate revenue and maximize profit above its expenditure and operational costs. It is measured using specific ratios such as gross profit margin, EBITDA, and net profit margin.

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How2Exit

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Bringing his storied career into focus, Jordan shares his journey from a budding entrepreneur living with his parents to spearheading a firm that concludes dozens of high-value deals annually. Through shared anecdotes and industry expertise, the episode builds a comprehensive guide to the underpinnings of successful business exits.

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How2Exit

MAY 20, 2024

rn Today's Guest Host: rn David Green is a seasoned investor and entrepreneur dedicated to helping business owners scale and sell profitable companies. rn Episode Summary: rn In this riveting episode of the How2Exit podcast, guest host David Green warmly welcomes M&A veteran Carl Allen to share his extensive expertise.

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How2Exit

JUNE 10, 2024

With an illustrious career that started in the early '80s, Michael shares his journey from working in the Senate to becoming a leading expert in mergers and acquisitions. He also stresses the necessity of understanding the valuation of a business, customer concentration, and other factors that can affect a company’s saleability.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Reference any deals you’ve worked on that required analysis of these points and talk about how they affected the valuation or client’s decisions (this is more grounded than just saying, “I like high-growth companies!”). Plausible Unit Economics – Many growth companies lose money early on, but there must be a path to profitability.

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Wall Street Mojo

JANUARY 16, 2024

First, they pay taxes on the corporate profit Corporate Profit Corporate profit, or ‘profit after tax, is the net income received from the business after deducting direct expenses, indirect expenses and all the applicable taxes from the total revenue generated by the company during the year. They do not pay SECA Tax.

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How2Exit

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Revenue Growth: While demonstrated revenue growth and a solid pipeline will lend itself to higher valuations, the quality of that revenue growth is also important. The ability to grow quality revenue streams demonstrates ownership of customer, defensible position and meaningful wallet share.

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How2Exit

MARCH 24, 2024

rn Key Takeaways: rn rn rn ESOPs serve as a tax-advantaged exit strategy enabling employees to earn shares without direct cost, offering fair market value liquidity for business owners. rn rn rn Notable Quotes: rn rn rn "An ESOP is a qualified retirement plan that allows employees to earn shares in their employer." rn rn rn ".as

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How2Exit

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

International, shares his journey in the mergers and acquisitions space and how he started his company to fill the gap in the market for selling technology businesses. rn Valuation is based on comparable past deals and the specific variables of the business model. rn rn Quotes: rn rn "Valuation tends to be based on real estate.

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Sun Acquisitions

AUGUST 2, 2024

The valuation should consider various factors, including revenue, assets, recurring income, customer base, market share, and market size. Here are key components to consider: Revenue and Profitability Evaluate your business’s financial performance over the past few years.

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Sun Acquisitions

OCTOBER 4, 2024

An increase in capital gains taxes can directly and profoundly impact the valuation of M&A transactions. Understanding Capital Gains Taxes Capital gains taxes are levied on the profit realized from the sale of an asset held for more than one year. This reduction in net proceeds can lead to a lower valuation for the target company.

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Lake Country Advisors

JULY 25, 2024

Business valuation is a critical process that determines a company’s economic worth. Although seemingly minor, these factors can accumulate over time and significantly impact your business’s overall valuation. Similarly, these inefficiencies suggest frequent downtime, leading to low productivity and profitability.

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How2Exit

JULY 13, 2023

The hosts interview business owners, industry leaders, authors, mentors, and other influencers to share their experiences and insights on buying or selling a business. The hosts interview business owners, industry leaders, authors, mentors, and other influencers to share their experiences and insights on buying or selling a business.

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How2Exit

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Ian shares his extensive background from being a Scottish Chartered Accountant to a seasoned investment banker with over two decades in the M&A sphere. Ian highlights how focusing on these areas not only prepares a business for a profitable exit but also ensures its scalability and sustainability.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

JANUARY 24, 2024

Specifically, should we invest €60 million at a pre-money valuation of €1.2 billion and €50 million at a €800 million pre-money valuation if we’re targeting a 3.0x For reference, the case document said to expect profitability by the end of the 5 years. new shares get created). multiple and 30% IRR?

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TechCrunch: M&A

MAY 8, 2023

After raising $100 million at a valuation of over $2 billion last year, the Australian ed-tech startup Go1 is making an acquisition and getting some investment to expand its reach and technology to serve the market of corporate online learning. Blinkist’s last valuation was $160 million in 2018 , when it raised $18.8

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Sica Fletcher

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The following article details the process of selling an insurance agency book of business in 2024, including deviations from the process of selling an agency, the valuation process, and common payout structures. The table below contains a few recommendations to make your business more profitable. Why Sell Just the Book?

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Wall Street Mojo

JANUARY 15, 2024

They should ensure they fulfill their fiduciary duties towards the minority shareholders Minority Shareholders Minority interest is the investors' stakeholding that is less than 50% of the existing shares or the voting rights in the company. A holds the highest shares, he can’t be called a controlling shareholder.

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How2Exit

OCTOBER 26, 2024

He has successfully built and exited companies, notably growing a business in the healthcare services industry to a $66 million valuation. As he shares his strategy for growing businesses into flourishing enterprises, Branden offers an insightful perspective on the intricacies of entrepreneurship and the importance of maintaining humility.

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Cooley M&A

AUGUST 30, 2019

Often discussed in the context of bridging a valuation gap, an “earn-out” can be a (seemingly) attractive solution for parties who have reached agreement on everything but the purchase price. per share earn-out if a “Realization Event” occurred within seven years of closing. In Western Standard, LLC, v. SourceHOV Holdings, Inc. ,

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How2Exit

MARCH 18, 2023

She was able to make two successful acquisitions, adding 25% of revenue to her business and increasing her profits. To bridge this gap, Jeanette created the POCS formula, which stands for profit , owner dependency , cash , size and structure. This formula stands for Profits, Opportunities, Capabilities, and Structure.

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How2Exit

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Steve shares insights into the macro and microeconomic factors affecting mergers and acquisitions, including the impact of inflation, interest rates, and geopolitical events. rn Building a valuation edge and saturation-proofing the business are key strategies for attracting buyers and maximizing value.

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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). This makes the buying and selling of shares in your business more practical.

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