The global economy has been impacted by Covid-19 causing an unprecedented economic crisis during the first half of 2020. Most economists are unsure how the pandemic is going to play out in global markets, as Governments have not had to deal with a global economic and...
Quite often the question of whether or not to sell your business does not have a clear answer. It is a choice that is fraught with both financial and emotional considerations that can result in some emotive and uncertain decision making. That is why it is important to...
Selling your business is a major milestone that most entrepreneurs will undertake at some stage in their business lifecycle. Besides the complexity of the process and emotions involved, entrepreneurs need to ensure they maximise the value of the business they’ve put...
Regardless of the industry or business type, there are a number of key considerations that have almost universal applicability to the value of all businesses. The value drivers discussed below have a direct impact on the risk profile of businesses and accordingly the...
At this time of year, most people begin thinking about what they can improve and change in the new year ahead. Whilst many people have bold plans to set goals and change bad habits, for business owners January is often a time for deep thought on the next steps to take...
There are several valuation methodologies that can be applied to the valuation of businesses. All are attempts by various parties to find a model that best estimates the value of a business. Some valuation methods are more accepted within some industries and business...
An Independent Expert’s Report (IER) provides advice to shareholders on the fairness and/or reasonableness of a proposed transaction. The rules of the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX), regulatory guides issued by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission...
When completing the sale of a business it is very common for there to be an agreed price, with various adjustments applied to that price as at settlement date to determine the exact amount of cash that will change hands. It is imperative for buyers and sellers alike...
When undertaking due diligence for a potential acquisition opportunity, one of the most important pieces of information that are looked at and analysed are the financial statements of the business. Financial statements are a formal record that have been prepared by...
Non-financial risk factors are quantitative measures that cannot be expressed in monetary units which are critical indicators of a company’s health and performance. The non-financial characteristics of a business will generally have a significant impact on the value...
