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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. Derive Free Cash Flow to Firm (FCFF).

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Best Practices for Due Diligence and Valuation in M&A

Sun Acquisitions

Due diligence and valuation are critical to any successful merger and acquisition (M&A) deal. Accurate valuation is essential for successful M&A deals. Precedent Transaction Analysis: Analyzes recent M&A transactions involving similar companies.

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M&A Blog #15 – valuation (tools and data preparation)

Francine Way

Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) i s 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. The specific tools and data required for the analysis is determined by the type of valuation method used in the analysis.

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M&A Blog #14 – valuation (roles, types, equity & enterprise values)

Francine Way

It is no different in M&A. The core element of M&A is company valuation. It is not an exaggeration to say that firm value is the most important characteristics in M&A. Parties seeking to buy / sell a house typically hire an appraiser to value the property. It drives prices, ROI, and financing.

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Creating an M&A Playbook with ChatGPT as Your Consultant

Midaxo

Introduction This article showcases how ChatGPT can serve as an effective M&A consultant by demonstrating how it can be used to help develop a best practices-based M&A playbook. An M&A playbook is a comprehensive framework that guides an organization’s M&A activities from start to finish.

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Driving Growth Through Digital Transformation in M&A

Sun Acquisitions

As companies embrace digitalization to drive innovation and efficiency, the role of digital transformation in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) has become increasingly prominent. Influence on M&A Strategies: Digital transformation has fundamentally altered the landscape of M&A strategies.

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The Unseen Hand: Tariffs and Their Profound Consequences on Mergers & Acquisitions

MergersCorp M&A International

Far from being mere taxes on goods, these duties exert a profound and multifaceted influence on the landscape of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A). Understanding these consequences is paramount for navigating the contemporary M&A environment.