Software Equity Group

MAY 7, 2024

But what are the key influences shaping valuation multiples in today’s M&A deals? As you contemplate your exit strategy, it becomes increasingly crucial to understand the external factors driving the valuation of your SaaS company. The Analytics and Data Management category was second in 2023, with 285 deals.

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Sun Acquisitions

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Valuation lies at the heart of every successful M&A transaction, providing a framework to determine the worth of a target company. Valuation techniques in M&A involve a comprehensive assessment of financial, operational, and market factors. Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis is a commonly used income-based valuation technique.

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JD Supra: Mergers

JULY 17, 2023

Do you know what two factors drive the most value in your practice sale? How are practices even valued by private equity investors? Hear it directly from a seasoned investment banker. link] By: FOCUS Investment Banking

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Lake Country Advisors

APRIL 15, 2024

A successful business sale hinges on solid negotiation skills. Best Practices for Negotiation of the Sale of Your Business Negotiating the sale of your business will impact your financial future and your company’s legacy. Valuing your business accurately is the cornerstone of a successful sale.

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Francine Way

JULY 20, 2017

Thus far, we have covered four popular valuation methods in M&A (DCF, Comparable Company, Precedent Transaction, and LBO) and one less known one that is making its way out of the academic realm into the business world (Dividend Discount Method, DDM). The 2nd valuation method for today is the Liquidation Value method.

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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? Approaches to Business Valuation To achieve a comprehensive business valuation, professionals employ a range of methods.

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Focus Investment Banking

APRIL 7, 2024

One aspect that is often talked about and significantly impacts the business landscape is the relationship between interest rates, private equity groups, and business valuations. Impact on Business Valuations: The fluctuation in interest rates not only influences PE activities but also affects how businesses are valued.

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Sun Acquisitions

MAY 17, 2024

Trade Policies and Regulatory Changes: One of the most significant factors influencing business sales in the global marketplace is the constantly evolving trade policies and regulations landscape. Currency Fluctuations and Valuation Challenges: Currency fluctuations can pose substantial challenges during M&A transactions.

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Sun Acquisitions

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

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. Financial Due Diligence: Valuation helps in conducting comprehensive financial due diligence.

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Sun Acquisitions

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

One of the critical hurdles lies in effectively marketing your business for sale. In this blog post, we will explore some common challenges business owners face when marketing their businesses for sale and discuss strategies to overcome them, ultimately ensuring a smooth and successful transition.

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Francine Way

JULY 10, 2017

The core element of M&A is company valuation. Strategy, due diligence, financing, purchase price, and buyer-seller alignment all revolve around valuation and the enterprise value for the buyer and the seller. Valuation focuses on two questions: 1. Whether the sale is hostile or friendly also matter significantly.

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CNBC: Investing

JANUARY 4, 2024

Another Wall Street firm is moving to the sidelines on shares of Apple.

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Software Equity Group

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Sometimes referred to as gross profit margin (GPM), gross margin on sales, or gross margin percentage, gross margin serves as an important means of evaluating your business’ growth potential. Read more to learn about SaaS gross margin and what it means for your company’s valuation. Doing such yields Company B a valuation of $54M.

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Sun Acquisitions

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

One of the critical hurdles lies in effectively marketing your business for sale. In this blog post, we will explore some common challenges business owners face when marketing their businesses for sale and discuss strategies to overcome them, ultimately ensuring a smooth and successful transition.

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Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 11, 2024

Chicago, IL – March 28, 2024 – Sun Acquisitions, a leading mergers and acquisitions firm based in Chicago, is pleased to announce the successful sale of Pacific Plus, a dynamic company renowned for its innovative imaging and marketing solutions, to an individual buyer.

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The Guardian: Mergers & Acquisitions

MAY 15, 2023

Digital publisher and owner of Vice News and Vice TV was once valued at $6bn but has agreed sale for $225m Vice, the once high-flying media startup that reached a peak valuation of nearly $6bn (£5bn), has filed for bankruptcy protection in the US as the digital publisher engineers a cut-price sale to a group of lenders.

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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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Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 29, 2024

Strengthening Financial Health A solid financial performance is undoubtedly one of the most direct ways to increase a company’s sale value. These professionals offer invaluable insights into market trends, valuation strategies, and negotiation tactics. We usually recommend two years of sustained financial performance.

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Software Equity Group

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Here’s a closer look at what the future looks like for the SaaS M&A market and its valuation multiples. Forty-one percent said they’ve seen either no change or an increase in valuations since 2022 for the high-quality assets they are targeting, and nearly 50% said they expected to see valuations increase in 2024.

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Francine Way

JUNE 22, 2020

To pick up where we last left off with valuation, I will cover the topic of a Merger Relative Valuation in this blog post and move on to other non-valuation topics from here. Getting this part wrong will yield incorrect synergies that will under/overstate the entire valuation.

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Sun Acquisitions

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Listing your business for sale is a significant milestone that requires strategic planning and execution. In this blog post, we will provide valuable insights into how to list your business for sale and attract potential buyers to maximize your chances of securing a favorable deal.

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Software Equity Group

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Our report provides context for private companies to better understand factors influencing their valuations and evaluate how they can position themselves within a changing marketplace. This post will examine the current state of public SaaS company valuations and what it means for private companies. What is the SEG Index?

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How2Exit

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

rn Brandon's recent venture into buying a custom cabinetry company showcases a novel strategy involving a sale leaseback — a powerful maneuver that financed the purchase of the business itself. rn Key Takeaways: rn rn The "property split" or sale leaseback strategy can significantly finance business acquisitions.

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Solganick & Co.

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Completing the Sale of a Technology Business: A Step-by-Step Summary by Aaron Solganick, CEO, Solganick & Co. Whether you’re a fast growing company looking for an exit or a mature company exploring strategic and financial M&A options, the sale process requires precision, preparation, and patience.

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Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 2, 2024

About Sun Acquisitions: Sun Acquisitions, headquartered in Chicago, is a premier mergers and acquisitions firm that assists clients with privately held companies’ confidential sales, acquisitions, or valuations. The post Sun Acquisitions is pleased to announce the sale of Griffin Products, LLC.

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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 19, 2017

Thus far, we have discussed five valuation methods: DCF, Comparable Company, Precedent Transaction, LBO, and Dividend Discount Model (DDM). So, a good valuation model has to take into account the possibilities of a variable having multiple values along with each value’s probability of occurring. To-date, we have lumped them together.

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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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OfficeHours

JULY 4, 2023

The post 07-04-2023 Newsletter: July 4th PE Platform Sale! Celebrating 5 Years of Placements (2020-2024) – Empowering Dreams and Unlocking Opportunities! Getting someone to listen Read More Blogs Visit OfficeHours Blog and follow us on our social media accounts: Instagram , YouTube , TikTok , and Twitter for our latest updates.

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Sun Acquisitions

JULY 13, 2022

Sun Acquisitions is pleased to announce the successful sale of Larry’s Cartage Co., After the sale of the business, Matt noted, “Larry’s Cartage Co., We work with clients that are interested in the confidential sale, acquisition, or valuation of privately held companies. Multimodal Group. Larry’s Cartage Co, Inc.

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Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 7, 2022

Sun Acquisitions is pleased to announce the successful sale of AMIC Global, Inc. After the sale of the business, Larry noted, “AMIC is an outstanding business built around quality products and will have a strong legacy going forward at CSI. to Component Sourcing International (CSI).

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Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 4, 2023

Sun Acquisitions is pleased to announce the successful sale of Custom Cylinders, Inc. After the sale of the business, Larry noted, “Custom Cylinders, Inc. We work with clients that are interested in the confidential sale , acquisition or valuation of privately held companies. to Approvis Partners, LLC.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Key Figures That Impact Valuation A business with growing revenue will surely attract buyers at a good price, right? Various factors impact your business valuation. Simply growing your top line revenue isn’t enough to ensure a high valuation and a good offer. However, they still expect EBITDA to support the valuation.

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CNBC: Investing

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The firm also pointed to shares having a rich valuation.

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CNBC: Investing

JUNE 5, 2023

The AI-driven run in Nvidia's stock this year bodes poorly for its future based on the valuation patterns of other shares that reached such heights.

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Sun Acquisitions

MARCH 8, 2022

After the sale of this business, Matt Brunstrum noted, “We are pleased to help sell this very successful landscaping business. We work with clients that are interested in the confidential sale, acquisition or valuation of privately held companies.

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Sun Acquisitions

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Negotiating the sale of a manufacturing business can be highly stressful, but it is possible to get through it with minimal stress when armed with the right tips and strategies. To help ensure a better outcome for all parties involved, here are some top tips for negotiating the sale of a manufacturing business.

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