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M&A Market Pulse 3Q24 – Part 3: Valuation Trends and Deal Dynamics

By: Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The M&A market is constantly evolving, and understanding the latest trends in valuation, deal structures, and industry activity is crucial for buyers and sellers. Let's explore the key findings from the IBBA and M&A Source report and their implications

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  • For Sellers
  • Selling a business
  • Valuation
Want to Sell Your Company in 2025 – Do These 5 Things Now

By Ron Buck, Regional Director, Murphy Business & Financial – Carolinas r.buck@murphybusiness.com If you are considering selling your company in 2025, here are five essential steps you should be taking (or not taking, as the case may be) between now and year-end and over the next few

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  • Buying a business
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M&A Market Pulse 3Q24 – Part 2: Buyer & Seller Motivations Driving Deals

By: Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck Understanding the motivations and demographics of buyers and sellers is crucial for navigating the M&A landscape. The latest data from the IBBA and M&A Source provides valuable insights into who's active in the market and what's driving their decisions.

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  • Buying a business
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M&A Market Pulse 3Q24 – Part 1: Key Trends for Buyers and Sellers

By: Reizchel Oasay and Ron BuckThe M&A market is dynamic, and the third quarter of 2024 has revealed some noteworthy trends. The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have released their latest market research, providing valuable insights for buyers and sellers

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Working Capital in Small Business and Lower Middle Market M&A Transactions

Like Seller Finance, many sellers and buyers want to know what is "market" for the amount of net working capital (AR less AP, and a few other items) that is typically included in the price of a business. The table below shows the four-quarter average percentage of transactions that included and excl

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Seller Financing in Small Business and Lower Middle Market M&A Transactions

Many sellers and buyers want to know what is "market" for the amount of seller financing provided in a transaction. The table below shows the four-quarter average percentage of seller financing as of 3Q24 based on the IBBA/M&A Source Market Pulse Report. Also shown is the average percentage amou

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