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M&A Blog #16 – valuation (Discounted Cash Flow)

Francine Way

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. A common asset plug would be surplus fund and a common liabilities plus would be revolver.

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Evaluating Asset Management Companies: Key Metrics and Methodologies

MergersCorp M&A International

Key metrics used include Price/Earnings (P/E) ratios, Price/AUM ratios, and enterprise value ratios (EV/EBITDA). By analyzing valuations of similar organizations, one can derive a contextual estimate of the AMC’s worth. High client retention rates also indicate trust and satisfaction, which are critical for sustained growth.

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Useful Software Industry Acronyms for Executives

Software Equity Group

Being aware of these terms and their implications can significantly enhance your ability to navigate negotiations, make informed business decisions, and demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of your company’s value. The cash accounting or the accrual method is used to prepare P&L statements.

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Should I Sell My Insurance Agency?

Sica Fletcher

simply wants to settle down and not have to worry about money. Need funds. seller's discretionary earnings, discounted cash flow), they are so rarely used in insurance M&A that we do not include them here. The owner is ready to settle down and enjoy their golden years and either a.) Let’s Talk.