Blog Category: Business Valuation

Let’s say an investor evaluates two mutual funds, each with appealing attributes. One fund boasts a robust track record of performance, while the other offers a compelling investment strategy that aligns with the investor’s long-term goals.  The decision seems daunting until the investor considers each fund’s Net asset value.  What is  Net Asset Value? This … Continued

Carried interest, often termed “carry,” is essentially a share of the profits private equity fund managers earn from investments. This mechanism incentivizes fund managers to excel and aligns their interests with those of the fund’s investors. Historically, carry has been a substantial part of a fund manager’s income.  Understanding how to value carried interest in … Continued

Adopting fair value measurement is reshaping how companies report their financial health, moving towards more transparent and market-reflective practices. Fair value measurement stands at the forefront of financial reporting and aims to provide a realistic snapshot of an entity’s assets and liabilities.  HKFRS 13, the standard set forth by Hong Kong’s financial regulatory bodies, governs … Continued

A precise understanding of your company’s worth and value is crucial, particularly if you are a startup striving to make a name for yourself. At Eqvista, we understand that determining your company’s true value can be daunting. With our cutting-edge software, we strive to make this process effortless so that you can focus on what … Continued

Business valuation for transaction reference is critical to Hong Kong’s thriving funding environment. In addition to valuing a company, this method is fundamental for businesses looking to buy, merge, or raise capital.  A solid transaction reference enables businesses to approach negotiations with a clearer understanding of their position, facilitating more equitable and beneficial agreements.  To … Continued

A revelation by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) indicates that globally, intangible assets account for 84% of the total value of the S&P 500 companies, highlighting the increasing importance of IP in today’s digital and global economy​​.  In Hong Kong, intangible assets like Intellectual Property (IP) are skyrocketing in value, now forming the baseline … Continued

The trending rise in Employee Share Options (ESOs) is prevalent in Hong Kong. ESOs are a preferred method for attracting and retaining top talent. It’s a strategic move followed by both budding startups and established corporations.  ESOs are rights that allow employees to purchase company stock at a set price. They have become important for … Continued

Investors attempt to determine the genuine worth of a company’s stock before putting their money into it. Valuation of shares and assets describes the method used to find the worth of a company. It’s easy to find out how much a share of a publicly owned company is worth. A corporation’s stock price will rise … Continued

Mastering the art of share valuation is the most crucial ability an investor can acquire. Without this skill, investors cannot determine if a firm’s stock price is low or excessive for its expected performance and growth.  Your capacity to make wise choices in the face of shifting market sentiment will determine your success in the … Continued

A thorough valuation includes financials from the past, projections for the future, qualitative information about the company, and confirmation that the cap table is accurate. These components are also integral components in the valuation request form.  Eqvista’s Valuation Request tool provides a practical and informative answer for every type of business, be it a startup … Continued

Small and medium-sized business owners must ensure they are paying their fair share of taxes under HMRC regulations. Revenue collected from the United Kingdom in fiscal year 2022/23 was almost 786.6 billion Pounds. Compared to the previous fiscal year, 2000-01, this increased nearly 464.8 billion pounds.  HMRC (Her Majesty’s Revenue & Customs) is the organization … Continued

When you buy a company, you usually get a bunch of assets that can make money for you while the organization continues to operate. Since most companies’ operations involve more than one department, when one company buys another, the focus shifts to the combined entity rather than each component and how they interact with one … Continued

With the recent funding trends, pre-seed startups are gaining attention. Pre-seed startups are new businesses in the very early stages of development and looking to raise capital. Valuing pre-seed startups refers to the process of determining the economic worth of a startup. Now, you might wonder how to value a pre-seed startup, why we should … Continued

The mobile app industry has witnessed significant growth in recent years, with businesses of all sizes investing in development to expand their reach and increase their ROI. Mobile app valuation is a crucial step for owners to assess the performance and potential of their applications. Mobile App Valuation  Valuing your mobile app is important when … Continued

The internal rate of return (IRR) is a formula for estimating the rate of return on investment. The computation does not take into account external variables like the risk-free rate, inflation, the cost of capital, or financial risk, hence the name is “internal”. Ex-post or ex-ante applications of the approach are both possible. The IRR … Continued

It is not uncommon for a business owner or director will buy out a business partner to let them go from the business. For many companies, buying out a partner is a standard practice because they may need a partner early on in the business, and once it’s up and running, they don’t need their … Continued

Artificial intelligence (AI) was once a part of science fiction but is now a realistic possibility. It is an ever-present fact of life that shapes our experiences. AI has grown pervasive in our online experiences, powering everything from conversational voice assistants to tailored product suggestions. As we explore the current developments in AI Landscape, we … Continued

Companies often don’t plan on shutting down after just a few years. They anticipate their success will last forever. Terminal value is a discounting method used to estimate a firm’s future worth and apply it to the current pricing. Financial tools that depend on terminal value include the Gordon Growth Model, Discounted Cash Flow (DFC), … Continued

Investors use business valuation metrics to find companies they think the market has undervalued. This approach to investing is based on the idea that the market overreacts to both positive and negative news, causing stock price changes that do not reflect a company’s long-term merits and providing an opportunity for profit when the price falls. … Continued

When a company becomes successful, investors may expect two types of yields. One is the yield that demonstrates development potential. This operational and performance-based development can be rewarding for certain types of investors. Similarly, the yields that promise the investors definite and stable income regularly make certain other groups of investors feel rewarded. These investors … Continued