Service 03 · Valuation

Company valuation: the methods explained.

Market-based valuation via EV/EBITDA multiples and DCF — the defensible foundation for every negotiation. We explain the methods and show what really drives the value of your company.

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Multiples method

The market standard in the Mittelstand: enterprise value is derived from EBIT or EBITDA multiplied by a sector- and size-dependent factor. Fast, market-based and the basis of most negotiations — our multiples come from real transactions.

Earnings value & DCF

The capitalised-earnings and DCF methods derive value from future earnings or cash flows. They are more involved, but with stable cash flows and growth plans they are the more precise basis — and the standard in IDW S1 expert opinions.

What really drives value

Beyond the formulas, value drivers decide: recurring revenue, low owner dependence, a diversified customer base and clean figures. This is exactly where good preparation starts.

At a glance
  • Real sector multiples, not textbook figures
  • Multiples, earnings-value and DCF methods
  • Free initial valuation within 24 hours
  • A defensible basis for any negotiation
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Frequently askedFAQ

Company valuation

In the Mittelstand mainly the multiples method (EV/EBITDA), the capitalised-earnings method, DCF and — as a floor — the net-asset method. In practice several methods are combined.
A normalised earnings figure (EBIT or EBITDA) is multiplied by a customary sector multiple. The factor depends on sector, size, growth and risk — less net debt gives the equity value.
It varies widely — from low single-digit factors in capital-intensive sectors to double digits in software. Our multiples are based on real DACH transactions; the free valuation gives your range.
A valuation gives a well-founded range, not a single point — the final price emerges in negotiation. For orientation, a negotiation basis and succession, a solid initial valuation is enough in the vast majority of cases.

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