How2Exit

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

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Francine Way

JULY 12, 2017

As I mentioned in my last post, Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) is a valuation method that uses free cash flow projections, a discount rate, and a growth rate to find the present value estimate of a potential investment. Calculate the Equity Value and the per-share Equity Value - this number would serve as the base case share price valuation.

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Francine Way

JULY 17, 2017

Thus far, we have discussed three common valuation methods that most strategic and financial acquirers use when valuing a company for acquisitions or investments. This current post about Leveraged Buy Out (LBO) is about a valuation method used by a very specific type of financial acquirer: private equity (PE) firms.

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Francine Way

JULY 7, 2017

In this post, we will discuss what it takes to set a good acquisition program, best practices on acquisition criteria and sourcing, and challenges with any acquisitions program. It is ABSOLUTELY crucial that a corporate acquisition program is aligned with the corporate strategy. Any unions?

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How2Exit

OCTOBER 30, 2023

He discusses the challenges of the search process and the importance of understanding valuation and deal structure. rn Understanding valuation and deal structure is crucial in the search fund process. rn "In the end, we are not venture capital investors looking for profitability down the road. We're looking at it today."

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How2Exit

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

With a career grounded in experience gained from working at a competitor straight out of college, Jordan has established himself as a seasoned professional in the mergers and acquisitions sector. His expertise lies in savvy deal-making, industry analysis, and curating strategic business acquisitions.

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How2Exit

APRIL 8, 2024

b' E202: M&A for Entrepreneurs: Leverage Acquisitions to Scale Your Business Faster with Dominic Wells - Watch Here rn rn About the Guest(s): rn Dominic Wells is an accomplished entrepreneur and the CEO of Onfolio, a publicly traded company specializing in the acquisition of online businesses.

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TechCrunch: M&A

JUNE 27, 2023

billion valuation during the heady fundraising days of late 2021 (and $100 million earlier in 2021), today announced that it has acquired identity verification service Berbix for $70 million in cash and stock transactions. This marks Socure’s first acquisition. Berbix previously raised a total of $11.6

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How2Exit

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

b' Investor and Entrepreneur - Carl Allen, Shares His Expertise on Buying and Selling Businesses - Watch Here rn rn About The Guest(s): Carl Allen is an entrepreneur, investor, and corporate dealmaker with almost three decades of experience buying and selling businesses.

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OfficeHours

OCTOBER 16, 2023

For private equity investors, one of the most important considerations for a successful investment is determining the value the firm will receive at exit, which directly impacts fund returns. Private equity investors often have a 5 to 7-year investment horizon and expect a significant return at the end of this hold period.

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The New York Times: Banking

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Investment firms are raising record sums for real estate secondary funds that cut private deals to buy assets from investors who can’t otherwise exit.

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Sun Acquisitions

MAY 3, 2022

Sun Acquisitions is pleased to announce that Ken Cisneros has joined our team as a Senior Advisor. Ken’s career began as a business intermediary selling privately held companies to investors. About Sun Acquisitions: Sun Acquisitions is a Chicago based mergers and acquisitions firm.

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How2Exit

DECEMBER 11, 2023

b' E167: Peterson Acquisitions: A Unique Approach to Buying and Selling Businesses with Devin Craig - Watch Here rn rn Sponsor: rn rn Reconciled provides industry-leading virtual bookkeeping and accounting services for busy business owners and entrepreneurs across the US.

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How2Exit

MAY 6, 2024

b' E210: Strategic Real Estate: Mergers, Acquisitions, and Business Roll-Ups for Maximum Return - Watch Here rn rn About the Guest(s): rn Dan Taylor is an experienced professional specializing in real estate strategies that set him apart from conventional practices. then sell those businesses without the real estate."

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TechCrunch: M&A

MAY 31, 2023

Angel investors include executives from Plaid, Brex and Instacart, along with Stripe CEO Patrick Collison. Financial terms of the deal, which marks Stripe’s first acquisition since it bought card reader provider BBPOS in January of 2022, were not disclosed. Okay had seven employees prior to the acquisition.

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How2Exit

MARCH 14, 2023

Sharon Brown, an investor at Angel Investor Too, is an expert in this field and has identified five different types of products or services that entrepreneurs should be aware of. Sharon Brown, an investor and entrepreneur, discussed the importance of social media. The first type of product or service is a widget.

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How2Exit

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

b' rn How PE Should Support Portfolio Company Acquisitions | Barak Routhenstein w/ Kison Patel rn rn rn watch here: rn rn rn How2Exit Sponsor: rn rn Reconciled provides industry-leading virtual bookkeeping and accounting services for busy business owners and entrepreneurs across the US. is important."

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How2Exit

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

From training, then funding, and post-acquisition support rn _ rn About The Guest(s): Joshua Catlett is an investor and advisor in the private healthcare sector. He also highlights the current state of the healthcare market and the opportunities for investors and buyers in the sector. Based Small Business.

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TechCrunch: M&A

AUGUST 2, 2023

Hopin , the virtual events startup that saw its star (and valuation) rise quickly during the COVID-19 pandemic, is most definitely coming down to earth. The companies said that the acquisition will include tech assets, customer relationships (that is, customers using the tools) and engineering, product and go-to-market talent.

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How2Exit

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

b' E190: Brandon Knowlden Shares His Acquisition Strategy and Recent Success - Watch Here rn rn About the Guest(s): rn Brandon Knowlden is an entrepreneur with a rich background in both the advertising industry and the world of manufacturing. rn Building a quiver of private investors is crucial for executing sale leasebacks efficiently.

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TechCrunch: M&A

JUNE 29, 2023

The acquisition came shortly after Meituan announced Wang Huiwen was resigning from all his corporate roles at the food delivery giant due to health reasons. With no product, Light Years Beyond had a valuation of $200 million at inception, as noted in one of Wang’s Jike posts. million in cash. million debt.

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Francine Way

JULY 8, 2017

Many of these causes have their equivalences to the reasons behind the sale of a company (also known as a divestiture): Liquidity: As the equity holding period matured, investors (private equity funds behind companies) will look to sell. What are the recent (less than 5 years old) acquisition activities in this industry segment?

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TechCrunch: M&A

MAY 8, 2023

After raising $100 million at a valuation of over $2 billion last year, the Australian ed-tech startup Go1 is making an acquisition and getting some investment to expand its reach and technology to serve the market of corporate online learning. Blinkist’s last valuation was $160 million in 2018 , when it raised $18.8

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How2Exit

MARCH 24, 2023

Through his experience, he learned the power of leveraged buyouts and how they could be used to finance acquisitions. According to the latest quarter, the average across all industries valuation for a professionally managed business is only a four-point-five times. Adam Coffey, a successful entrepreneur, is a great example of this.

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Solganick & Co.

DECEMBER 20, 2024

December 20, 2024 – The software and IT services M&A market has seen a rebound in 2024 after a dip in 2023, with a focus on smaller transactions and strategic acquisitions. Forecast for 2025: Continued Growth: M&A activity is expected to continue to rise in 2025, with a focus on strategic acquisitions and digital transformation.

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MergersCorp M&A International

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Malta, a small archipelago in the Mediterranean Sea, has established itself as a powerhouse in the gaming industry, drawing in companies and investors from around the globe. EU membership enhances Malta’s credibility and assures foreign investors of a secure business environment.

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PCE

JULY 20, 2023

This essential guidance provides the framework for this type of valuation and provides investors with a more accurate picture of the value of assets purchased and liabilities assumed in a merger or acquisition.

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The M&A Lawyer

OCTOBER 26, 2015

He and the Merit Harbor team work with middle-market business owners looking to grow, acquire or sell companies in the $10mm to $100mm valuation range. With recent high company valuations and other general macro-economic factors, investors need to get far more involved with a company in order to expect any type of fast growth.

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Lake Country Advisors

OCTOBER 27, 2023

At the core of the debate of business appraisal vs business valuation, both approaches aim to determine a company’s worth. So, what’s the difference between a business appraisal and a business valuation? These evaluations often anchor decisions regarding mergers, acquisitions, or even daily operational changes.

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TechCrunch: M&A

JULY 27, 2023

Uplift had raised nearly $700 million in equity and debt, securing $123 million at a reported $195 million valuation in its Series C round alone. Klarna , once Europe’s most valuable VC-backed company, suffered an 85% valuation cut, from $45.6 Changing consumer spending habits likely played a role in scaring investors away.

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How2Exit

MARCH 6, 2023

This is something that Gia Salento, an acquisition entrepreneur and co-founder of a couple of projects, knows all too well. Concept 6: Create Content Content curation for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is an important part of the process. The newsletter covers news, podcasts, and knowledge-based blog posts about the industry.

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MergersCorp M&A International

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

MergersCorp M&A International is a reputable company in the mergers and acquisitions industry, offering a wide range of services to its customers. One of the key services provided by MergersCorp is business valuation which plays a crucial role in the M&A process.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 9, 2025

A Strategic Guide for Founders and CEOs For software founders contemplating a sale, the question of valuation is often the firstand most complexhurdle. Understanding the Core Valuation Framework At its core, software company valuation is typically based on a multiple of earnings or revenue. What is my software company worth?

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Software Equity Group

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Given geopolitical instability, high interest rates, and the perception that B2B SaaS valuation multiples are declining, it is no great surprise that many founders interested in pursuing a transaction are considering delaying a liquidity event. Continue reading to learn more about what is driving today’s B2B SaaS valuation multiples.

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OfficeHours

JULY 18, 2023

One of these “new” strategies that has grown in popularity over the past decade is the concept of “roll-ups” (also sometimes called “platform acquisition strategies”). Valuation Uplift and Multiple Arbitrage Apart from the margin uplift and cost benefits described above, roll-ups can create equity value simply through their scale alone.

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Sun Acquisitions

MAY 15, 2023

Here is a beginner’s guide to understanding valuation for family businesses. Identify Your Valuation Goal: Before getting started, you must identify the overall objective you are trying to achieve with this process. Doing research ahead of time will help determine which valuation methods are best suited for your needs.

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Devensoft

AUGUST 22, 2023

Are you a business leader eyeing expansion through acquisitions or an investor weighing potential mergers? Navigating M&A valuations with precision is paramount for informed decision-making. Embark on this journey to unearth the potential within mergers and acquisitions, propelling your business to soaring heights.

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