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Fair Market Value and the Nonexistent Marketability Discount for Controlling Interests

Chris Mercer

This post provides a discussion of several implications of the definition of the standard of value known as fair market value. We focus first on the definition of fair market value. We then look at the implications for the so-called “marketability discount for controlling interests.”

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Valuation Purposes: Investor/Partner Buyout or Buy-in

Equilest

The process of a buyout typically involves thorough negotiations, valuation assessments, and legal documentation to facilitate a smooth transition of ownership. Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Analysis: Estimating the present value of the company's future cash flows, taking into account factors such as risk, growth rates, and discount rates.

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Supporting IVS compliance in Spain

IVSC

The latest edition of IVS now incorporates the following definitions: Basis (bases) of Value. Discount Rate(s). Equitable Value. Fair Market Value. Fair Value (IFRS). Investment Value. Liquidation Value. Market Value. Synergistic Value. Value (noun).

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Update on Oil & Gas Royalties Litigation-Key Valuation Issues

Value Scope

But the real issue has to do with a lack of clarity in the text of royalty and lease documents. Cash is king, so if you can get to the actual, observable movements of cash through the value chain, then the value can be allocated properly. This will determine the Standard of Value; there are more than one.

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Update on Oil & Gas Royalties Litigation-Key Valuation Issues

Value Scope

But the real issue has to do with a lack of clarity in the text of royalty and lease documents. Cash is king, so if you can get to the actual, observable movements of cash through the value chain, then the value can be allocated properly. This will determine the Standard of Value; there are more than one.

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The Role of Financial Projections in Business Valuation

Equilest

Assumptions and Forecasting Methodologies Financial projections are based on assumptions about various factors, such as pricing, market share, cost structure, and economic conditions. It is important to document and justify these assumptions clearly.

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Unlocking the Secrets of 409A Valuation: Understanding the Process, Methods and Best Practices

Equilest

The book covers key concepts such as cap table analysis, discounted cash flow models, and comparable company analysis, among others. A 409A valuation is an independent assessment of the fair market value of the common stock of a privately held company. I hope you will find it helpful. Tamir Levy, Ph.d.