Lake Country Advisors

AUGUST 8, 2024

Precedent Transactions Analysis (PTA) Precedent Transactions Analysis (PTA) is a valuation method that analyzes the prices paid for similar companies in past mergers and acquisitions. First, list recent mergers and acquisitions in the healthcare sector involving companies similar to HealthCo. million + $1.65 million + $2.25 million.

Discounted Cash Flow

Shearman & Sterling

JULY 25, 2017

. ("Softbank") on claims of breaches of fiduciary duty and aiding and abetting, respectively, in connection with Sprint's merger with Clearwire Corporation ("Clearwire"); and (ii) appraised the fair value of Clearwire's stock at the time of the merger, awarding the dissenting stockholder petitioners $2.13

Discounted Cash Flow

Shearman & Sterling

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

On October 30, 2017, the Delaware Supreme Court affirmed the decision of the Delaware Court of Chancery determining the fair value of ISN Software Corp. ("ISN") in an appraisal action brought by minority stockholders following the cash-out merger of ISN with its wholly-owned subsidiary, at the direction of its controlling stockholder.

DCF

Sun Acquisitions

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have long been a cornerstone of corporate growth and strategy. Post-Merger Integration: Understanding the value of the target company is crucial for post-merger integration planning. It involves forecasting cash flows and applying a discount rate.

Mergers and Acquisitions

Shearman & Sterling

AUGUST 22, 2016

On August 11, 2016, Vice Chancellor Sam Glasscock III of the Delaware Court of Chancery relied on his own discounted cash flow ("DCF") analysis to determine the fair value of ISN Software Corp. ("ISN") in an appraisal action brought by two minority shareholders following the merger of ISN with its wholly-owned subsidiary.

DCF

Shearman & Sterling

MAY 1, 2018

As discussed in our post regarding that decision, stockholder petitioners had challenged the merger of Clearwire with Sprint Nextel Corporation, alleging that Sprint had been a controlling shareholder of Clearwire prior to the transaction and had breached its fiduciary duties during merger negotiations. Read more

Discounted Cash Flow

Shearman & Sterling

JULY 25, 2017

. ("Softbank") on claims of breaches of fiduciary duty and aiding and abetting, respectively, in connection with Sprint's merger with Clearwire Corporation ("Clearwire"); and (ii) appraised the fair value of Clearwire's stock at the time of the merger, awarding the dissenting stockholder petitioners $2.13

Discounted Cash Flow

Sun Acquisitions

AUGUST 12, 2024

As companies embrace digitalization to drive innovation and efficiency, the role of digital transformation in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) has become increasingly prominent. Assessing the scalability, reliability, and security of digital assets has become essential to mitigate risks and ensure the success of post-merger integration.

M&A

Shearman & Sterling

MAY 1, 2018

As discussed in our post regarding that decision, stockholder petitioners had challenged the merger of Clearwire with Sprint Nextel Corporation, alleging that Sprint had been a controlling shareholder of Clearwire prior to the transaction and had breached its fiduciary duties during merger negotiations. Read more

Discounted Cash Flow

Successful Acquisitions

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The Verdict is In on the Sell Side: Business Valuation Basics By Brian Goodhart Valuation is a fundamental aspect of the complex and intricate world of mergers and acquisitions. It serves as the compass that guides decision-makers through the financial wilderness of corporate transactions.

Valuation

Wizenius

JUNE 5, 2023

M&A (Merger and Acquisitions): As an investment banking professional, showcasing your experience and knowledge in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is crucial. Let's dive in! Highlight any involvement in M&A transactions, such as due diligence, financial analysis, deal structuring, or client advisory.

Investment Banking

Devensoft

JUNE 20, 2023

Corporate development through mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is an increasingly popular strategy for companies seeking to drive innovation and growth opportunities. Strategic corporate development involves a systematic and disciplined approach to M&A, starting from identifying potential targets to post-merger integration.

M&A

Midaxo

APRIL 25, 2023

By following the steps given to this prompt and tailoring them to your organization’s unique needs, you can develop a comprehensive M&A playbook that will help guide your company through successful mergers and acquisitions. Vertical mergers: Acquiring companies along your supply chain to secure resources or distribution channels.

M&A

Devensoft

AUGUST 22, 2023

Are you a business leader eyeing expansion through acquisitions or an investor weighing potential mergers? Delve into fundamental concepts like EBITDA multiples, discount rates, and terminal values, empowering you to wield sound judgment in the realm of mergers and acquisitions.

Valuation

RKJ Partners

AUGUST 6, 2017

For the purposes of this article, we will focus on valuation from the perspective of a merger and acquisition transaction, and specifically from the viewpoint of a buyer evaluating a business for sale. This means that the method evaluates the future cash flow of the company and then discounts those cash flows to the present day.

M&A

Successful Acquisitions

MARCH 2, 2023

To account for this variability, valuation professionals will lean into the comparables they feel are closest and most accurate and discount or remove entirely those that seem unrealistic. The third and final approach that I’ll discuss is the Discounted Cash Flow (“DCF”) Approach.

Valuation

How2Exit

OCTOBER 7, 2024

E247: Why Accurate Financials are Key to Success in Buying, Selling, and Valuing Businesses - Watch Here About the Guest(s): Ryan Hutchins is an accomplished entrepreneur and expert in the field of mergers and acquisitions. In the fast-paced world of mergers and acquisitions, the role of business valuation cannot be underestimated.

Business