Business valuation
Private-business value from multiples, DCF, and asset approaches reconciled.
Methods
- Comparable multiples (EV/Revenue, EV/EBITDA)
- Discounted cash flow with build-up WACC
- Asset-based floor
Data sources
- SEC EDGAR company financials
- FRED risk-free and growth rates
Valuation guide
Three lenses reconcile into one number. Comparable multiples price revenue and earnings against similar companies, discounted cash flow values future cash against a risk-adjusted discount rate, and the asset floor sets a minimum from net assets.
Public-company data disciplines private estimates. With a CIK, financials come from SEC EDGAR filings; the discount rate builds from the live 10-year Treasury and GDP growth via FRED.
Common questions
What multiple is my business worth?
It depends on industry, growth, and margins. SaaS businesses often command higher revenue multiples than services or retail.
What is a 409A valuation and do I need one?
A 409A sets the fair market value of common stock for option grants. Our estimate informs; formal 409A reports require a valuation provider.
Why do DCF and multiples disagree?
Multiples reflect what buyers pay today; DCF reflects what cash the business can produce. We weight them by confidence.
Live accuracy
Completed valuations: 0
Outcome tracking is live — model stats until owners record outcomes.