Independent valuation expertise

Valuation is a critical process in understanding the value of a business, asset or equity interest at a specific point in time. It plays an essential role in a wide range of contexts, such as financial reporting, mergers and acquisitions, tax planning, disputes and strategic decision‑making.

A sound valuation requires more than the mechanical application of formulas. It involves professional judgement, a clear understanding of the underlying business and its operating environment and the careful application of recognised valuation principles and methodologies. The objective is to provide a well‑reasoned, transparent and defensible assessment of value that is appropriate for its intended purpose.

Our team combines strong technical expertise with a deep understanding of businesses, markets and financial drivers. Our team combines multiple disciplines (accounting, finance and economics) and leverage on our cross-border experience to provide meaningful insight in every valuation work. We work closely with management and advisers to ensure that our valuations are both commercially realistic and fully aligned with the applicable accounting and regulatory frameworks.

 

 

 

Our valuation services include:

  • Independent and robust valuation solutions across businesses, assets, financial instruments, and property
  • Expert support for strategic decision-making, transactions, and financial reporting requirements
  • Guidance to help organisations meet tax, regulatory, and compliance objective

Enterprise & equity valuations

Enterprise and equity valuations provide a structured way to assess the value of a business, whether at the level of the entire operations or from the perspective of shareholders.

 ·  Enterprise valuation focuses on the value of the business as a whole, independent of its capital structure, by considering the underlying operations, cash generating ability and market conditions.

 ·  Equity valuation, by contrast, reflects the value attributable to shareholders after taking into account net debt and other claims on the business and is often used for financial reporting, shareholder transactions and investment decision making. 
 

Intangible asset valuations & impairment reviews

Help organisations understand, measure and monitor the value of non physical assets such as brands, customer relationships, technology, licences and goodwill. 

 ·  Intangible asset valuations are commonly required for transactions, financial reporting, tax and internal decision making, ensuring these assets are recognised at appropriate and supportable values. 

 ·  Impairment reviews, on the other hand, is an assessment of the cash generating unit’s recoverable amount and its impact on the balances of intangible assets and goodwill. These are critical particularly when performance, market conditions, or strategic assumptions change. 
 

Purchase price allocation

Process of breaking down the price paid for a business to understand what the acquirer has actually bought. After an acquisition, IFRS 3 requires the purchase price to be allocated to the identifiable assets and liabilities of the acquired business at their fair values, such as property, equipment, customer relationships, brands and technology. Any remaining value is recognised as goodwill, representing future benefits such as synergies or growth potential. 

Valuations of financial instruments

Valuations for financial reporting under IFRS 9 help ensure that financial instruments are reflected in the accounts at a certain date. The standard requires assets and liabilities to be measured based on how they are managed and the nature of their cash flows, often resulting in fair value measurement for items such as investments, derivatives, or other complex financial instruments. Where market prices are not readily available, professional valuation techniques and judgement are required to estimate fair value using appropriate assumptions and market data. 

Property valuations

Helps users understand what a property is worth in today’s market. It provides an independent view of value by looking at factors such as location, size, income potential and recent market activity. Property valuations are commonly used for buying or selling property, securing finance, financial reporting, tax matters and resolving disputes. 

The RSM Malta advantage

Cross functional expertise

We bring together governance, risk, regulatory, and strategic expertise to provide a holistic board assessment.

Adaptable and context‑driven approach

Our approach is tailored to each organisation’s sector, size, risk profile, and governance and strategic maturity.

Global reach with local insight

As part of the RSM International network, we draw on global best practices while applying a deep understanding of the Maltese and EU regulatory environment.

Cross-border valuation capability

We coordinate valuation engagements across multiple jurisdictions, aligning assumptions and methodologies while addressing local accounting, tax, and regulatory requirements.

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Understanding value is critical to making informed decisions. Whether for financial reporting, transactions, tax matters, or strategic planning, our specialists are ready to help you navigate complex valuation challenges with confidence.

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