Precedent Transactions
A valuation method that looks at the prices paid for similar companies in past M&A deals.
- Transaction Multiples: e.g., EV/EBITDA.
- Control Premium: M&A deals usually include a premium (20-30%) over market price.
- Synergies: Buyers pay more if they can extract operational or financial value.
- Context Matters: Cycle timing impacts multiples.