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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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Mergers and Acquisitions Valuation Strategies: Unlocking the Secrets to Successful M&A Transactions

Sun Acquisitions

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have long been a cornerstone of corporate growth and strategy. Valuation is the process of determining the worth of a business, and it plays a pivotal role in M&A transactions. Why Market Value Matters in M&A Valuation is the cornerstone of any M&A transaction.

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

Francine Way

Access to credible sources of information such as SEC EDGAR database , Treasury.gov , OECD GDP Forecast , Mergent Online, S&P Capital IQ, Hoovers, ValueLine, Yahoo Finance , MarketWatch , and Damodaran Online. 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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Understanding Valuation Techniques in Mergers and Acquisitions

Sun Acquisitions

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) play a vital role in shaping the business landscape, enabling companies to expand, diversify, and gain a competitive edge. Valuation lies at the heart of every successful M&A transaction, providing a framework to determine the worth of a target company.

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Should I Sell My Insurance Agency?

Sica Fletcher

Quite a few articles already detail the process of “how” to sell an insurance agency (you can read our article on that subject here ), but very few get to the bare bones of “why.” For that very reason, our team sat down and wrote this article, which essentially comprises the advice we give to prospective clients during an initial consultation.

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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. FCF: Free Cash Flow The amount of cash a company generates after deducting any capital expenditures.

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The Verdict is In on the Sell Side: Business Valuation Basics

Successful Acquisitions

It’s a balance where numbers meet intuition, and neither aspect should be ignored. Purposes of Valuation Before diving into the nuts and bolts of valuation, it’s crucial to understand its purposes. In M&A, we seek fair market value or investment value, emphasizing the value to a specific party.