On average, business valuations have held relatively steady in the Main Street market, with multiples from 2.0-2.8x SDE. These multiples have remained fairly consistent over the history of the survey. Shifts are more likely in the lower middle market, however, as businesses become more attractive targets to financial and strategic… Read More »Average Selling Price as % of Asking/Benchmark Price
On average, business valuations have held relatively steady in the Main Street market, with multiples from 2.0-2.8x SDE. These multiples have remained fairly consistent over the history of the survey. Shifts are more likely in the lower middle market, however, as businesses become more attractive targets to financial and strategic… Read More »Median Multiples Increase With Company Size/Enterprise Value
The best way to receive top dollar for a business is by showing good cash flow over the years preceding placing the company on the market. That means business owners have to be good planners, smart managers and pay attention to details. They need to have ongoing marketing plans in… Read More »Tip #042 Maintaining strong cash flow can mean lots of offers!
Meanwhile most advisors (76%) believe a recession is at least somewhat likely in the next 12 months, with 25% predicting it’s either “very likely” or “extremely likely.” While these continue to be turbulent times, many fundamental drivers of dealmaking activity are still at play, Corporate balance sheets are strong, capital… Read More »Most Advisors See Recession Ahead
Advisors reported that 45% of their engagements terminated without closing in Q1 2022. For the second quarter in a row, this marks one of the lowest termination rates in survey history. Engagements terminate for a variety of reasons, including unrealistic seller expectations, distressed business performance, or other factors that make… Read More »Percent of Transactions Closing
Honoring the people who have given so much for our freedom. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings, and participating in parades.
Honoring those who gave so much for this country. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings, and participating in parades.
Wishing you and yours a safe Memorial Day Weekend. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings, and participating in parades.
The M&A market faced headwinds over the last several months as global conflict and rising inflation may have caused some buyers to reevaluate their deal strategy. Talent and supply chain issues remain persistent concerns.Advisors say that labor shortages have had the biggest impact on deal-making in Q1 2022. Sixty-eight percent… Read More »Advisors Say Current Events Having More Negative Than Positive Impact On Dealmaking
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