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Industry Report

2023 Business Valuation Trends by Industry

Our comprehensive analysis of valuation multiples across major industries reveals significant variations in how businesses are being valued in today's market. Technology and healthcare continue to command premium multiples, while traditional manufacturing shows signs of recovery.

Key Highlights:

  • SaaS businesses seeing 10-12x EBITDA multiples for companies with strong growth

  • Healthcare services experiencing consolidation, driving 7-9x EBITDA valuations

  • Manufacturing rebounding with 5-7x EBITDA for specialized operations

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Market Analysis

The Impact of Interest Rates on Business Acquisitions

As interest rates continue to fluctuate, understanding their impact on business acquisition financing and valuations becomes crucial. Our analysis examines how current monetary policy is affecting transaction structures and buyer behavior.

Key Findings:

  • Higher interest rates reducing leveraged buyout activity for mid-market businesses

  • Increased prevalence of seller financing to offset higher bank lending costs

  • Strategic buyers gaining advantage over financial buyers in competitive situations

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Quarterly Overview

Q3 2023 M&A Transaction Summary

Our quarterly review provides insights into transaction volumes, valuation trends, and notable deals across various market segments. Understanding these patterns helps inform timing decisions for business transitions.

Highlights:

  • Overall transaction volume up 8% compared to previous quarter

  • Middle market ($10M-$50M) showing strongest activity increase

  • Professional services and technology leading in transaction count

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Regulatory Update

Tax Law Changes Affecting Business Transitions

Recent and proposed tax legislation can significantly impact the structure and after-tax proceeds of business sales. Our regulatory update examines current laws and potential changes business owners should consider in their transition planning.

Key Considerations:

  • Potential changes to capital gains tax rates and their implications

  • Estate tax exemption changes affecting succession planning

  • State-level tax trends impacting transaction structuring

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