by QMA Blog | Aug 27, 2020 | Buying
Times are tough in the business world. Many business owners have directly or indirectly been impacted by the fallout and ongoing difficulties caused by COVID-19. Unfortunately, this has led many businesses to experience distress, however it does present opportunities...
by QMA Blog | Aug 27, 2020 | Due Dilligence
With the outbreak of COVID-19, the Australian Government moved quickly to prevent foreign investors from rushing to acquire Australian businesses, by introducing a temporary zero-dollar screening threshold for any foreign acquisitions of an Australian business. The...
by QMA Blog | Jul 27, 2020 | Valuations
Business valuations are expert reports providing comprehensive yet concise guidance on a value of a business, clearly explaining the rationale and methods used in determining a business’ value. Business valuations are designed to be user friendly and compiled with the...
by QMA Blog | Jul 27, 2020 | Buying, Selling, Selling
In the uncertainty of the current climate it’s important to continue to find ways to get deals done. With borders closed and financial markets on edge, the process of conducting cross border M&A transactions has been rapidly evolving. For many businesses, cash...
by QMA Blog | Jun 24, 2020 | Buying, Selling
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...
by Deborah Quinn | May 26, 2020 | Selling
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...
by QMA Blog | Apr 30, 2020 | Selling
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...
by Deborah Quinn | Mar 30, 2020 | Valuations
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...
by QMA Blog | Jan 15, 2020 | Blog, Selling
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...
by QMA Blog | Jan 15, 2020 | Blog, Valuations
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...
