Equidam

APRIL 26, 2025

Information asymmetry is also common; founders possess deep insights into their operations and vision, while investors must assess the opportunity based on limited data and their own market expertise. revenue multiple, ARR multiple, EBITDA multiple) derived from recent acquisitions or funding rounds of supposedly similar companies.

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Valutico

OCTOBER 20, 2022

What is The Discounted Cash Flow Method? This complete guide to the discounted cash flow (DCF) method is broken down into small and simple steps to help you understand the main ideas. . What is the Discounted Cash Flow Method? What is the discounted cash flow method?

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Equilest

JUNE 27, 2024

This method often uses Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis or EBITDA multiples to estimate value based on expected earnings. Market-Based Approach The market-based approach compares the company to similar businesses that have been sold recently. How long does the valuation process typically take?

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Equidam

MAY 14, 2025

By clearly defining whether a startup is at the Idea, Development, Startup, Expansion, Growth, or Maturity stage, Equidam calibrates valuation methods (including qualitative methods like Scorecard and Checklist, and quantitative methods such as Venture Capital (VC) and Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) models) accordingly.

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Equidam

APRIL 22, 2025

2] Startups typically lack significant historical financial data, often operate with negative profits initially, rely heavily on private equity or venture capital rather than traditional bank loans, and face a much higher risk of failure. [1] This premium rises when perceived market risk increases. [27]

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Equidam

APRIL 22, 2025

4] , [3] , [5] Unlike mature, publicly listed companies which are easier to compare using multiples of current earnings (like EBITDA) [3] , startups must be valued based on their projected future; moats, margins and the perceived strength of their future growth trajectory. [3] in 3-7 years).

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