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Operating Lease Accounting

Wall Street Mojo

Operating Lease Accounting Definition Operating Lease Accounting refers to the accounting methodology used for leasing agreements where the lessor retains the ownership of the leased asset. The lessee records rental payments as expenses in the books of accounts. Show the journal entry for the operating lease transaction.

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M&A Blog #07 – debt (Part II – management considerations, debt alternatives, and acquisitions purse / war chest)

Francine Way

That debt should be used prudently, taking into account future financial shocks that require financing flexibility. Similarly, a good M&A program has to take into account how each transaction and the overall program should be financed. We will discuss the three most common one in this post: 1.

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What is the Accounting Equation? Explaining Assets = Liabilities + Equity

Peak Frameworks

The accounting equation is a fundamental concept in finance that every private equity professional, investment banker, and corporate , finance expert should be familiar with. In this article, we will explore the components of the accounting equation, its importance in finance, and real-world examples that illustrate its significance.

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Why is Net Working Capital Important in M&A?

Software Equity Group

One such metric is net working capital (NWC). What is Net Working Capital? NWC is a fundamental accounting indicator for any business. First, it’s important to understand that most M&A transactions are completed on a cash-free, debt-free (CFDF) basis.

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M&A Blog #06 – debt (Part I – role and trade-offs, categories and key characteristics)

Francine Way

In the last two blog posts, we walked through capital structure and how it impacts M&A activities and vice versa. To be explicitly clear, I am recommending the use of the following ranked capital sources when paying for an acquisition: cash (from the balance sheet), debt (at a reasonable level), and equity.

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M&A Blog #09 – debt (Part V – asset based lending (ABL) and seasonal ABL)

Francine Way

If you have listed your car or savings account in your mortgage application, you are essentially trying to get a loan based on your current asset(s). Thus far, we have discussed many aspects around capital structure and debt financing, including how debt levels are determined by a company’s cash flows, enterprise value, and asset values.

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How to Manage Working Capital in an M&A Transaction

Focus Investment Banking

One of the most critical metrics to evaluate the financial health of a target business is its working capital, which measures the company’s operational liquidity. In M&A, working capital is often a significant area of negotiation between the buyer and the seller. What Is Working Capital?

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