Valutico

MAY 6, 2024

Key takeaways: Valuation is critical in M&A for determining fair prices, negotiation, securing financing, and regulatory compliance. A combination of valuation methods is used in M&A to provide a comprehensive view of a target company’s worth.

Discounted Cash Flow 52

Discounted Cash Flow Precedent Transaction Analysis Weighted Average Cost of Capital Comparable Company Analysis 52

Sun Acquisitions

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Comparable Company Analysis (CCA): CCA involves comparing the target company to similar publicly traded companies. The valuation is based on key financial metrics such as Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratios, Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratios, or Price-to-Book (P/B) ratios.

EBITDA 59

EBITDA Discounted Cash Flow Intangible Assets Comparable Company Analysis 59

Equilest

AUGUST 6, 2023

Financial Statements and Ratios Analyzing Financial Statements: One of the first steps in valuating a company is to analyze its financial statements, including the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement. Understanding the company's financial health is fundamental to valuation.

Discounted Cash Flow 40

Discounted Cash Flow Business Valuation Precedent Transaction Analysis Comparable Company Analysis 40

Equilest

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

These examples cover a range of topics, including discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis, comparable company analysis (CCA), and market multiples. The ability to communicate complex financial concepts, collaborate with team members, and present findings convincingly is highly valued in valuation roles.

Discounted Cash Flow 52

Discounted Cash Flow Dividends Enterprise Value Terminal Value 52