IMAA – Institute for Mergers, Acquisitions, and Alliances | Valuation | Activity https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/ Activity feed for the group, Valuation. Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:03:33 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 4c0f08bab81da95bc24dba5304478ac2 chris joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/119556/ Sat, 07 Mar 2026 12:18:28 +0000 0 a4f10497f2df505cfb75458e051726d6 Saeedeh Sadjadi joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/119517/ Thu, 05 Mar 2026 17:26:23 +0000 0 fcaf028fe5b261598f7f856b387ad00d Christine Wood posted an update in the group Valuation: Thoughts on adjusting cost assumptions when valuation meets […] https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/117240/ Sat, 06 Dec 2025 06:11:02 +0000 Thoughts on adjusting cost assumptions when valuation meets real-world cost work
Hello everyone, I hope you all are doing fine. I am studying different valuation approaches and reading discussions here because many members have real professional experience. One thing I still don’t understand clearly is how much detail we should use for cost a…Read more

]]> 0 87478fffa24162185d3f9781b42de54a Christine Wood joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/117225/ Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:59:39 +0000 0 cda077bdc824dce7b0d8a7dc5f3c0fd8 robbersbus joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/116186/ Tue, 04 Nov 2025 02:53:13 +0000 0 358dfe734593f6432ccdc21a9fcc31f1 sheikh abrar joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/116128/ Sun, 02 Nov 2025 06:52:02 +0000 0 8ef79ac52bf3cf5d44be8f179b39c669 Nicolás replied to the topic Valuation in high inflation periods / countries in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/valuation-in-high-inflation-periods-countries/#post-147375 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 22:27:13 +0000 In the case of Argentina, which is a case in of its self, we convert the P&L and Balance Sheet to USD. This helps with normalize the jumps one sees YoY. One should use the exchange rate from the BCRA (Central Bank). Because Argentina has had a lot of differences in its exchange rate, companies exporting good and services may see a jump in previous…Read more

]]> 0 194bbb5d8ab96f113b0d64416bb429c4 Rianna Lobo joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/115219/ Wed, 08 Oct 2025 09:23:03 +0000 0 edc0c321e7e5f6742f3d634bf96f3604 onlineseribcve joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/114658/ Mon, 22 Sep 2025 18:59:27 +0000 0 939558a25844e87944c372f588809a20 KadinKiehn joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/114591/ Fri, 19 Sep 2025 17:26:33 +0000 0 8362d65f63cf32ae2204759235d06fa3 Hillard Schumm posted an update in the group Valuation: Enhancing Images in the Digital Age In today’s visually d […] https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/114588/ Fri, 19 Sep 2025 17:23:59 +0000 Enhancing Images in the Digital Age

In today’s visually driven world, photo editing has become an essential skill for both professionals and hobbyists. The ability to enhance images not only improves their aesthetic appeal but also allows people to communicate stories, moods, and ideas more effectively. From social media posts to professional p…Read more

]]> 1 e17836da902564ef2a71aa32a5886b74 Hillard Schumm joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/114586/ Fri, 19 Sep 2025 17:22:33 +0000 0 62b7c1687e4fa509e9b5b3b29397fe7d Lian Jie Chang started the topic Imbue country/geographical risk into valuation model in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/imbue-country-geographical-risk-into-valuation-model/ Wed, 02 Jul 2025 08:52:53 +0000 Some countries/geographical areas are more risky than others. For example, Country A is politically unstable and has weak currency and liquidity controls . What models or method can be use to incorporate such risk into the valuation (from a buyer’s perspective), such that the company’s valued can be marked down?

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]]> 1 535bcc712d80f18717176e89eb612de5 Gabriel Caser started the topic Energy transition in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/energy-transition/ Sun, 11 May 2025 19:06:57 +0000 Recently, Damodaran made some remarks suggesting that an oil operator should abandon clean energy. What is your opinion on the role of major oil and gas operators in the energy transition? Should they leverage their synergies for certain types of products, or abandon this new market entirely?

]]> 0 79ddc5807b3dc706fe58e96dc11ea9d9 Gabriel Caser replied to the topic IRR in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/irr/#post-140722 Sun, 11 May 2025 18:44:01 +0000 At certain times, the commodity industry can deliver IRRs in this range. The challenge lies in having the market knowledge and intelligence to discern whether the downturn is just a cycle or if the industry’s behavior pattern has fundamentally changed. This change has been occurring, for instance, with the petrochemical industry recently.

]]> 0 9e60ca5de794cae434816489c3291706 Gabriel Caser joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/110827/ Sun, 11 May 2025 18:33:04 +0000 0 90bf2a1865305357c7ad20ede9a9239a Li Bing Chiam started the topic Valuation and the Decision Making in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/valuation-and-the-decision-making/ Mon, 28 Apr 2025 07:20:41 +0000 In theory, we should go for M&A deal we should consider various factors, from strategic, financial and culture perspectives. However, in real corporate world, sometimes the M&A happens only due to connection. Resulting in cases where either the purchase consideration is much higher than the company’s fair value, which result in high proportion of…Read more

]]> 0 2449e364da7147451b6b793544ec0a82 Li Bing Chiam replied to the topic ESG and Valuation in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/esg-and-valuation/#post-140316 Mon, 28 Apr 2025 07:14:56 +0000 Yes, i think company should reflect the ESG factor in valuation. ESG compliant company should have a lower cost of capital as compared to those companies with no strategic planning in ESG.

]]> 0 045695793addb74c79a6968ca6e2fec7 Li Bing Chiam replied to the topic Why don’t we use Monte Carlo Simulation for Valuation? in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/why-dont-we-use-monte-carlo-simulation-for-valuation/#post-140315 Mon, 28 Apr 2025 07:12:10 +0000 Based on my experience, we only use monte carlo to value complex financial instruments when you need to factor in various variables. For company valuation, to put it in simple way and more reader friendly, especially those without valuation knowledge, the traditional valuation methodology may be more relevant and useful.

]]> 0 72e36e5a47210d129fa53b4d259499dd daisymiller joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/107516/ Fri, 24 Jan 2025 06:16:18 +0000 0 793f65818da00d9d7cfff39e598d0cc4 PedroOrtiz replied to the topic Valuation in high inflation periods / countries in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/valuation-in-high-inflation-periods-countries/#post-134618 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 11:21:04 +0000 During periods of high inflation, valuing companies and assets becomes a significant challenge due to the volatility of economic variables. It is essential to account for factors such as adjusting discount rates, projecting realistic cash flows, and assessing the impact of inflation on operating costs and profit margins. Additionally, the choice…Read more

]]> 0 2167f1c360fbe31144eda33f2f24fe1f jhonsonChristian joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/106927/ Fri, 03 Jan 2025 12:05:04 +0000 0 a5bb1e48dffe26ea98e11c9af6866fa8 catherineyoung joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/106630/ Wed, 25 Dec 2024 03:13:13 +0000 0 90f2e4fb42f4314f29ab439db24409e5 Rahul Mane replied to the topic EBITDA Multiples By Industry in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/ebitda-multiples-by-industry/#post-132761 Wed, 18 Dec 2024 09:22:02 +0000 The common thread in valuation is that EBITDA acts as a base metric, while growth rate determines the multiple applied to EBITDA. High-growth industries often have higher multiples, reflecting optimistic expectations for future profitability. In contrast, slow-growth sectors have lower multiples but rely on stable, predictable earnings.Synergies…Read more

]]> 0 00be382724b9d9b8f18997606a1fdb5f Bethany Monfore started the topic EBITDA Multiples By Industry in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/ebitda-multiples-by-industry/ Wed, 23 Oct 2024 18:01:13 +0000 I found this website for a ROM on EBITDA multiples by industry to help with preliminary evalutions of acquisition targets. It’s been a helpful tool, but would welcome any additional resources from more reputable organizations if anyone has any…Read more

]]> 0 6efa7fcb833c20ad618c30a26cb900bd Mughal Labs joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/102378/ Wed, 21 Aug 2024 14:16:19 +0000 0 c30ed15eb829eb9781c84fa86dfe4f41 monkaww1 joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/102075/ Mon, 12 Aug 2024 16:55:34 +0000 0 c9ec3c0ece2e1ef4118eb6157fcc69f1 Kelly Doyle joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/101882/ Thu, 08 Aug 2024 07:09:04 +0000 0 d6e509f8f18be9ac07fd231d9d84260e alexseen replied to the topic Campari Group to Acquire Courvoisier Cognac from Beam Suntory for $1.32 Billion in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/campari-group-to-acquire-courvoisier-cognac-from-beam-suntory-for-1-32-billion/#post-117108 Thu, 25 Jul 2024 15:45:04 +0000 I was chatting with a colleague about different ways to have fun online, and he mentioned online betting. I decided to check it out, and that’s how I found 1win indonesia. The site was well-designed and easy to use. I liked the variety of betting options available. What really stood out were the bonuses and promotions, which are quite generous,…Read more

]]> 0 366fd735e71ff32aa23113700535f205 Gabriel joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/100910/ Mon, 15 Jul 2024 13:42:40 +0000 0 eb399e8723435982666e5a48cf564b8f Biswajeet Pattnaik replied to the topic EV to Equity Bridge in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/ev-to-equity-bridge/?view=all#post-51666 Wed, 10 Jul 2024 14:59:50 +0000 Check out 2 key resources:

How to Calculate Enterprise Value: Examples for Target, Vivendi, and Zendesk (24:00)

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Enterprise to equity bridge – more fair value required

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]]> 0 9d62ba7de87893f8857a6e901bb7198a Radk joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/98207/ Sat, 27 Apr 2024 17:39:16 +0000 0 c899b67006b91cd8ac89403666ea7952 Ching Wi Karin Chua started the topic Common Financial Analysis tools in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/common-financial-analysis-tools/ Wed, 13 Mar 2024 15:30:16 +0000 Hi, does anyone know what are the common financial analysis tools used in financial due diligence? Costs benefits analysis, sensitivity analysis etc?

]]> 0 235c641d08fda6d9518c1df91c7f8128 Andre Catrou joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/93557/ Tue, 23 Jan 2024 11:18:53 +0000 0 2f3c72f84641e4b66350a2d948839918 Pedro Garibi replied to the topic IRR in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/irr/#post-94699 Wed, 10 Jan 2024 15:00:05 +0000 Private equity firms will not considered any transaction that offers less that a 25% IRR and they reviewed many delas to be able to close one nad i will say that probablt 2 deals out of 10 will get an IRR> 30%. SO I think it is not an easy task.

Key aspects will be strong gross profits (~40%) and operational profits (~20%), low levels of debt,…Read more

]]> 0 79c8b3c6c643970cf67658c981ead73b Pedro Garibi replied to the topic ESG and Valuation in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/esg-and-valuation/#post-94698 Wed, 10 Jan 2024 14:54:00 +0000 Hullo,

I have approached a valuation project integrating ESG initiatives as factors:
1) I have conducted valuation for a base case NO ESG initiatives scenarios
2) I have identified all ESG initiatives and tis financial impacts on an incremental basis: operational expenses, capex, taxes, debt rating, new discount rate, enahnced revenues, personnel…Read more

]]> 0 cbb6e89ef2493f5231239148953ea321 lenning45 joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/92426/ Thu, 28 Dec 2023 02:10:04 +0000 0 637b4df83b6d51a076183826bf2df511 charlesferguson joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/92383/ Wed, 27 Dec 2023 07:18:11 +0000 0 231687631978e82b505da61938e9eaa7 Teo Kim Heng replied to the topic Campari Group to Acquire Courvoisier Cognac from Beam Suntory for $1.32 Billion in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/campari-group-to-acquire-courvoisier-cognac-from-beam-suntory-for-1-32-billion/#post-93075 Mon, 18 Dec 2023 07:13:52 +0000 What would your (own) valuation be? Do share your workings and computations for learning and exchange purposes only …

]]> 0 c8cef38d6031674fce54eed86c2f0afd Teo Kim Heng replied to the topic Campari Group to Acquire Courvoisier Cognac from Beam Suntory for $1.32 Billion in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/campari-group-to-acquire-courvoisier-cognac-from-beam-suntory-for-1-32-billion/#post-93074 Mon, 18 Dec 2023 07:12:42 +0000 Views and/or thoughts?

]]> 0 717b9ee2302f9bc8bab863c79c80827f Teo Kim Heng replied to the topic Campari Group to Acquire Courvoisier Cognac from Beam Suntory for $1.32 Billion in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/campari-group-to-acquire-courvoisier-cognac-from-beam-suntory-for-1-32-billion/#post-93072 Mon, 18 Dec 2023 07:08:12 +0000 https://www.camparigroup.com/sites/default/files/downloads/20231214-Courvoisier-Investor-Presentation_0.pdf

]]> 0 eb72a49c90afd36fc7fc2ce78a24617e Teo Kim Heng started the topic Campari Group to Acquire Courvoisier Cognac from Beam Suntory for $1.32 Billion in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/campari-group-to-acquire-courvoisier-cognac-from-beam-suntory-for-1-32-billion/ Fri, 15 Dec 2023 08:42:15 +0000 https://vinepair.com/booze-news/campari-group-buys-courvoisier-cognac/

]]> 0 dacce7a69db0143375d0ee1e65b215a1 Teo Kim Heng joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/91894/ Fri, 15 Dec 2023 08:41:41 +0000 0 36165ec21f423ce342070ecafde28fc0 Henna Bakker joined the group Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/activity/p/91016/ Tue, 21 Nov 2023 10:43:31 +0000 0 0b1c4fcfcb352df15d7cd9cfd9e97d2e Abderrahman BENOUHOUD replied to the topic Why don’t we use Monte Carlo Simulation for Valuation? in the forum Valuation https://imaa-institute.org/groups/valuation/forum/topic/why-dont-we-use-monte-carlo-simulation-for-valuation/#post-89416 Sat, 04 Nov 2023 16:36:12 +0000 I use @RISK as an add-on to my valuation work and its MC simulation tool is really useful and relevant for certain industries such as pharma-life science.

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