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December 10, 2024

Beware of overly optimistic projections used to value a business

Business valuation experts often rely on prospective financial statements when applying the discounted cash flow (DCF) method to value a private business interest. However, when management prepares financial projections for another purpose - such as a loan application - repurposing…

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December 10, 2024

Don’t overlook the cost approach when valuing a private business

There are three commonly accepted techniques for valuing a closely held business: the cost (or asset-based) approach, the market approach and the income approach. Valuation professionals routinely consider all three approaches before deciding which is most appropriate for the circumstances…

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December 10, 2024

Donating private stock? Be sure to get a business valuation

Giving Tuesday is a global event that promotes charitable giving and awareness for philanthropic causes. This year, it falls on December 3. While many people donate cash or volunteer for their favorite causes, charities also welcome donations of company stock.…

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December 10, 2024

From risk to reward: Valuing emerging-market companies

In today's global economy, an established business might consider expanding its revenue base by acquiring or merging with a company in an emerging market. These markets - for example, in Brazil, China, India, Mexico, South Africa and Turkey - provide…

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December 10, 2024

Can marketability discounts apply when valuing controlling business interests?

Discounts for lack of marketability are well established when valuing minority interests in closely held businesses. But many valuation experts believe that controlling business interests also warrant a marketability discount to reflect the uncertainty and risk associated with the timing…

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