Chris Mercer

MARCH 29, 2024

A pre-IPO discount measures the difference between the price at which a transaction occurred in an illiquid minority interest of a company relative to the price at which it subsequently went public by engaging in an initial public offering (IPO). Economic Information in Pre-IPO Discounts? per share The price at the subsequent IPO was $13.00

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Appraiser Newsroom

APRIL 24, 2024

Join us for ASA’s Beyond Valuation Professional Development and Growth Conference, offering virtual attendance, taking place on May 29th, 2024 at 1:00 PM ET. Piece by piece, reach new heights with your business valuation career alongside industry professionals. He is also the director of the Atlanta office. Jacquelyn Marsac | VRC Ms.

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Valutico

AUGUST 23, 2023

Private Company Valuations—A Complete Guide In this article, we’ll explore private company valuations, including methods, considerations, and challenges. We’ll start by examining the differences between private and public companies and their impact on valuation.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 17, 2023

The primary objective was to mitigate the transaction costs associated with memorializing the non-binding term sheet negotiated between a company and a VC investor. This additional negotiation occurred as both investor and company counsel sought to converge on the precise contractual language that would legally govern the investment.

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Valutico

AUGUST 10, 2023

Private Company Valuations—A Complete Guide In this article, we’ll explore private company valuations, including methods, considerations, and challenges. We’ll start by examining the differences between private and public companies and their impact on valuation.

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IVSC

JUNE 12, 2023

In her OPP role, she provides firm-wide technical guidance on a variety of valuation, financial reporting and tax issues. She is also the global leader of Kroll' Valuation Digital Solutions group, which produces the cost of capital thought leadership content and data housed in the Cost of Capital Navigator.

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Valutico

MARCH 12, 2024

Net debt is the difference between a company’s total debt and its total cash (and cash equivalents), whereas the net debt bridge is a financial analysis tool used to dissect and quantify changes in net debt over a specific period. Enterprise Value (EV) is the total value of a company, considering both its debt and equity.

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Appraiser Newsroom

MARCH 20, 2024

Explore our comprehensive Conference Agenda to see sessions covering risk measurement, ESG’s impact on valuations, and more. He is a managing director and North American Valuation Services Leader and part of the firm’s Valuation Advisory Services practice.

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Benzinga

APRIL 18, 2024

Anne Wojcicki , co-founder and chief executive of 23andMe Holding Co (NASDAQ: ME ), is contemplating taking the genetics testing company private. This potential move comes after a tumultuous three years in public markets that witnessed a significant decline in the company’s valuation, once at $6 billion.

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Value Scope

APRIL 16, 2021

Many people have heard of the cost, market, and income approaches to valuation, and these various approaches and hybrids can sometimes be applied to determining the different value standards mentioned above. Valuation necessarily requires an understanding and deep insight into accounting, economics, and finance.

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Value Scope

APRIL 16, 2021

This is the first in a series of blogs that attempts to explain and distinguish between various valuation concepts, such as price, fair market value, fair value, liquidation value, intrinsic value, financial value versus strategic value, monetary versus economic value, emotional and psychic value, among others. Blog 1 of 4: . Full Bio ?.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 22, 2022

Life Sciences Companies. Ten Questions to Ask Before Joining a Public Company Board of Directors. Remarks by Commissioner Crenshaw at Symposium on Private Firms. The DCF Valuation Methodology is Untestable. The Proposed Private Fund Advisers Rule. federal courts. Posted by David H. Kistenbroker, Joni S.

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Equidam

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

By understanding the purpose, drivers and methodology behind startup valuation, founders and investors can get much more value out of the process, and produce a result that encourages constructive fundraising negotiations and ensures fairer, more rational outcomes. See a recorded example here. See a recorded example here.

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Startup Valuation Blog

AUGUST 15, 2023

To delve even deeper into the intricacies of phantom stock, its valuation methodologies, and the strategic implementation of this innovative compensation strategy, continue reading the comprehensive insights presented in this guide. Unlike traditional stock options, phantom stock doesn't grant actual ownership in the company.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

JUNE 16, 2023

In recent months, the life sciences industry has seen the reemergence of contingent value rights, or CVRs, in public company acquisitions as a way to bridge a valuation gap between buyers and sellers. providing CVR holders a payment if certain regulatory milestones are achieved).

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Scott Mashuda

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The Rising Cost of Debt: What this means for Entrepreneurs The cost of debt, encompassing interest payments and associated expenses, is a critical factor that influences a company’s financial decisions. What is the Impact of Valuations on Financial Multiples?

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Harvard Corporate Governance

MAY 3, 2023

Overview The techniques of M&A, including acquisitions, dispositions, mergers and spin-off or other separation transactions, are among the most important tools available to companies to anticipate and respond to the constantly changing economic, regulatory, competitive and technological environments in which they operate. more…)

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Equidam

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Note: We update our startup valuation parameters on a regular basis, in order to stay current with market data and ensure our platform is consistent with the fundraising environment and broad economic trends. This fits with the general narrative about a reset of startup valuations. Aswath Damodaran of NYU Stern university. [

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IVSC

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Nicholas brings three decades of capital markets, corporate finance and valuation experience and will lead the IVSC’s growth across the region, with a focus on business valuation and intangibles. Nicolas was previously the Managing Director (Valuations) at EverEdge Global, a consultancy specializing in intangible assets. .

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Equidam

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

This allows the corporation to hedge against innovation in a cost-effective manner, with options to either incorporate successful ventures into the parent company, or spin them out. All funding comes via the corporation, negotiated based on milestones accounting for growth of portfolio companies, incurred costs and implied potential.

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Appraiser Newsroom

MARCH 1, 2024

Join ASA’s NYC Chapter for a presentation by Barbara Chamberlain, Director, Art Services, Private Client Select Insurance Services, LLC. The insurance industry depends on accurate valuations—from determining coverages to adjusting claims. More recently, she was the registrar at the Appleton Museum of Art in Ocala, Florida.

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Biz Equity

MARCH 29, 2023

The BizEquity Experience: It is with great excitement that the BizEquity Valuation Team would like to announce that we are working on a wide range of improvements and additions to our current base online business valuation offering which will be rolled out over the next few months or so.

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The Guardian M&A

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

British tech firm valued at $52.3bn before highly anticipated flotation on Nasdaq by private owner SoftBank The British chip designer Arm has secured a $52.3bn (£41.9bn) valuation in its initial public offering (IPO), before its highly anticipated return to the stock market in New York on Thursday.

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Law 360 M&A

MAY 23, 2023

A California federal judge has dropped a proposed class action by Twitter investors accusing Elon Musk of sparking an $8 billion drop in the social media giant's valuation when he created doubt about his plans to buy the company, finding that the plaintiff lacks standing because he is no longer a shareholder of the now-private company.

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Peak Business Valuation

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Whether you are entering or exiting the printing industry, it is helpful to know how to value a printing company. To learn how to value a printing company, it is best to receive a business appraisal. As part of a business appraisal, business appraisers determine the fair market value of a printing company.

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Peak Business Valuation

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Cleaning companies provide janitorial services for commercial and residential properties. This is beneficial if you are looking to buy , grow , or sell a cleaning company. To succeed, cleaning companies need to understand how to differentiate from competitors. You can start by learning how to value a cleaning company.

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Law 360 M&A

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

A growing number of companies that went public during the early decade surge in new listings have quickly reversed course through take-private acquisitions, a trend some observers expect will continue as declining valuations create opportunities for buyers.

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Appraiser Newsroom

OCTOBER 27, 2023

ASA’s 2023 Litigation in Valuation Conference agenda offers an unparalleled learning experience, specifically designed for business valuation experts. Our presenters, comprised of esteemed valuation and damages experts, seasoned lawyers, and distinguished judges, will bring a wealth of experience and insights to attendees.

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Sun Acquisitions

AUGUST 2, 2022

Sun Acquisitions’ clients were both private and publicly held companies which acquired domestic and international targets. We work with clients that are interested in the confidential sale, acquisition, or valuation of privately held middle market and main street companies. About Sun Acquisitions.

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Scott Mashuda

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Private Equity Activity & M&A With 2021 and 2022 reaching historic deal volumes as a result of cheap – almost free – debt, it’s easy to mislabel the pullback in 2023 looking too narrowly at certain performance data. What Should We Expect From Valuations?

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Peak Business Valuation

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Concrete companies pour, construct, and finish various concrete structures. This presents an opportunity for those looking to buy , grow , or sell a concrete company. This presents an opportunity for those looking to buy , grow , or sell a concrete company. This can include using a combination of valuation approaches.

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Peak Business Valuation

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Companies in the flooring industry primarily install various types of flooring such as carpet, linoleum, wood, etc… In recent years, the flooring industry has benefited from steady conditions, generating over $5.8 As such, it may be a good time to buy , grow , or sell a flooring company. billion in revenue each year.

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Peak Business Valuation

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

There are approximately 319,000 fence companies in the United States. An industry report from IBIS World notes that these fence companies generate about $3.5 This is ideal if you are looking to buy , grow , or sell a fence company. The best way to learn how to value a fence company is to receive a business valuation.

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Scott Mashuda

MARCH 25, 2024

Your Business’ Superpower: Early Collaboration with REAG and CEPAs Understanding the intricacies of operating a lower middle market (LMM) company is crucial for accurately assessing the challenges and opportunities these businesses face. With a commitment to meaningful engagement and long-term collaboration.

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Peak Business Valuation

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

Landscaping companies provide a variety of landscape care and maintenance services. To succeed, landscaping companies need to understand how to increase the value of their business. You can start by learning how to value a landscaping company. Peak Business Valuation is a professional business appraiser.

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Peak Business Valuation

MARCH 2, 2024

These valuations provide businesses with the understanding necessary for tax compliance and optimization. Peak Business Valuation is a certified machinery and equipment appraiser. Tax Reporting Reasons for Obtaining an Equipment Appraisal An equipment valuation reflects the current financial value of a business’s equipment.

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Peak Business Valuation

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Plumbing companies install, maintain, and repair plumbing fixtures, fittings, and equipment. Together, these companies generate over $25 billion in revenue each year. Together, these companies generate over $25 billion in revenue each year. This is ideal whether you are buying , growing , or selling a plumbing company.

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