A well-supported valuation as the foundation for your transaction

The value of a business plays a key role in every merger or acquisition. Whether you are buying, selling or merging a business, an independent valuation provides insight into the value of the company and supports well-informed decision-making throughout the transaction process.

RSM supports entrepreneurs, private equity firms and corporate organisations with independent valuations and transaction advice throughout the entire process.

When is a valuation relevant?

A valuation may be required in a variety of situations, including:

  • the acquisition or sale of a business
    mergers
  • management buy-outs (MBOs) and management buy-ins (MBIs)
  • business succession
  • restructurings and divestments

Depending on the circumstances, a valuation provides insight into the value of a business and serves as an important basis for decision-making and negotiations.

Our approach

A valuation involves more than analysing historical financial results. We assess a business from different perspectives, including:

  • financial performance and cash flows
  • market position and competitive landscape
  • growth potential and risks
  • industry developments
  • the strategic context of the transaction

Based on this analysis, we determine the value using appropriate valuation methodologies, such as the discounted cash flow (DCF) method and market-based approaches. The methodology applied depends on the purpose of the valuation and the specific characteristics of the business.

Where required, we also support clients with transaction strategy and negotiations.

Why choose RSM?

Our Registered Valuators combine valuation expertise with extensive experience in Corporate Finance, Tax and Due Diligence. This enables us to provide valuations that take into account the financial, tax and strategic aspects of a transaction.

Through the international RSM network, we support both domestic and international transactions.

Need a valuation?

Would you like to determine the value of a business in connection with a merger or acquisition? Our Registered Valuators provide independent and well-supported valuations tailored to your specific situation.

René van Bruggen
Director
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Amsterdam
+31 (0)20 635 20 00

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Frequently asked questions about valuation for mergers and acquisitions

A valuation provides insight into the value of a business and serves as an important basis for negotiations, decision-making and assessing a proposed transaction.

Depending on the business and the purpose of the valuation, different methodologies may be applied, including the discounted cash flow (DCF) method, market multiples and comparable transaction multiples.

A valuation is typically carried out prior to a merger, acquisition, business sale, management buy-out, restructuring or business succession.

Yes. Where required, we support clients with transaction strategy and negotiations, helping them make effective use of the valuation throughout the transaction process.