Equidam

APRIL 26, 2025

Critiquing Unsuitable Methods for High-Growth Startups Several traditional or overly simplistic methods fail to adequately capture the unique characteristics of technology startups. butcher, barber) where assets are tangible and customer acquisition straightforward, it breaks down for technology startups.

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Valutico

MAY 6, 2024

Special considerations for valuing M&A deals include synergies, regulatory issues, economic conditions, tax implications, technology/IP valuation, financing structure, buyer type, and purchase price allocation. This method provides a value based on the current cost of assets without considering depreciation.

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Value Scope

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Technology. Unsuccessful investment in new technologies. Increase cost of raw materials. There are also methods to use Beta to assess a private company, if the Guideline Public Companies selected for the analysis, the “comps,” are chose properly. Carbon pricing and reporting obligations. Exposure to litigation.

Intangible Assets 130

Intangible Assets Alpha Beta Marketability 130

Equidam

APRIL 22, 2025

While not a reward for the past, a startup’s current state its traction, team, technology, and milestones is critically important. [4] Product & Technology: A working prototype, a minimum viable product (MVP), or proprietary intellectual property (IP) demonstrates technical feasibility and a potential competitive advantage. [1]

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