Private Debt Placements: A Strategic Financing Tool for Corporations.

Private Debt Placements: A Strategic Financing Tool for Corporations.

In today’s competitive and capital-intensive markets, companies must continuously evaluate the best strategies to secure financing for growth, expansion, and restructuring. While traditional bank loans and public bond issues remain common, Private Debt Placements (PPs) have increasingly become a preferred alternative for corporations seeking flexibility, confidentiality, and access to a wider pool of capital providers….

IFRS 3 and Purchase Price Allocation: Beyond Compliance to Strategic Value Creation

IFRS 3 and Purchase Price Allocation: Beyond Compliance to Strategic Value Creation

The Purchase Price Allocation is the valuation process that breaks down the total consideration (purchase price plus directly attributable costs) into specific, identifiable assets and liabilities at fair value. This requires more than accounting expertise — it demands market insight, valuation skills, and often industry-specific technical analysis. A well-executed PPA identifies hidden sources of value,…

Expert Valuations for Disputes: your Strategic Edge in High-Stakes Litigation.

Expert Valuations for Disputes: your Strategic Edge in High-Stakes Litigation.

In today’s dynamic business environment—where contracts grow increasingly complex and claims often exceed millions of dollars—independent valuations have become indispensable. No longer a mere technical exercise, valuations are now a critical tool for substantiating legal positions, enabling fair settlements, and persuading arbitrators or judges with technical rigor. What is a Dispute Valuation? A dispute valuation…

The Visible Price Is Rarely the Real Price: Key Structures in M&A Pricing – American vs. European Practices.

The Visible Price Is Rarely the Real Price: Key Structures in M&A Pricing – American vs. European Practices.

In M&A transactions, the headline price is often just the starting point of a much more complex structure. While many sellers focus exclusively on maximizing the announced price, seasoned buyers understand that the true price is determined in the details: pricing mechanisms, post-closing adjustments, and contractual structures. This article explores how pricing engineering in M&A…

Common mistakes when negotiating the sale price of a company

Common mistakes when negotiating the sale price of a company

Selling a company is one of the most consequential decisions an owner or shareholder can make. While pricing the business correctly is crucial, the negotiation process involves far more than agreeing on a number. Many transactions are undermined by missteps that don’t just affect the headline price, but also the structure of the deal, the…

When is it appropriate to request an independent business valuation?

When is it appropriate to request an independent business valuation?

At various stages in a company’s life cycle, knowing its fair economic value is essential. Whether you’re preparing for a transaction, making a strategic decision, or responding to a legal or regulatory need, having a well-supported and independent valuation can be a critical advantage. In this article, we explore when it’s most relevant to commission…