Show must go on(line): ASA Energy Valuation Conference May 13
BVR is pleased to partner with the Houston Chapter of the American Society of Appraisers (ASA) to present the Energy Valuation Conference in Houston in an online-only format on May 13.
Appellate court ruling unfavorable to cannabiz
Section 280E of the tax code prohibits taking tax deductions for business expenses related to marijuana because of its status as a Schedule I controlled substance.
Built for BV: The New Platform for Guideline Public Company Comps
In March, BVR will launch a new guideline public company comps platform with Excel add-in. This new robust tool will help BV professionals maximize their guideline public company method work. Attend this webinar and learn how to streamline your guideline public company comparable searches and results by using this new platform. Using a structure similar to the DealStats platform, users will have the access to a wide range of beneficial features, which will be showcased ...
Update on U.S. Cannabis Valuations From PKF’s Practice Leader
Noam Hirschberger talks about the rapid growth and heavy regulations that have triggered a need for financial and advisory services, including valuation and tax planning, that will be critical to the ongoing success of firms in the cannabis industry.
Global BVU News and Trends March 2020
Business valuation news from a global perspective.
Risk levels of legal cannabis firms
Appraisals of legal marijuana firms continue to be challenging and risk is a major factor, say Ron Seigneur and Ryan Cram, who are both with Seigneur Gustafson LLP, a firm based in Colorado, one of the first states to legalize adult recreational marijuana.
Incorporating Industry Research Throughout the Engagement Process (Free Webinar)
In this presentation, the co-founder and CEO of Vertical IQ, Bobby Martin, will share how industry research can help you have more value-added discussions with the business owners you advise. By leveraging industry-specific content in the business valuation process, you will increase new client percentages and strengthen existing relationships. Learn best practices for using industry research to go beyond the basic requirements of business valuations.
Healthcare M&A activity in 4Q19, per Levin reports
Several recent reports from Irving Levin & Associates examined healthcare M&A activity in various sectors for the fourth quarter of 2019 versus the third quarter.
New report from PKF International on valuation concerns for the UK (and global) cannabis markets
Several estimates place the growing cannabis market at over £30 bn.
10 Special Risk Factors to Consider When Valuing a Dental Practice
Historically, dental practices have had a higher failure rate than the average business because of the special risks these entities face.
The ‘big market delusion’ overvalues companies at first
The allure of a big market for an emerging business is hard to resist and causes “irrational exuberance” that initially overprices companies and triggers an inevitable correction.
BV opportunities in the construction industry
Ever since the housing crash, residential and commercial construction has been in a steady state of rebound.
Energy Valuation Conference May 13: Attend Live in Houston or BVR Webcast
For the second year, BVR is pleased to partner with the Houston Chapter of the American Society of Appraisers (ASA) to present a live webcast of the Energy Valuation Conference, which will take place on May 13 in Houston.
Stripping Away the Mystery; Valuing Adult Cabaret Businesses
Valuing an adult cabaret business may make your colleagues laugh, but, with unique operating characteristics, entertainer relationships, and significant risks and contingencies, there are many concerns to give experts pause. Join David Shindel and Rod Burkert for a look at valuation rules of thumb and a discussion of the current operating environment. Learn the common reasons for valuations: eminent domain, estate and succession planning, damage claims, employment issues, and tax litigation. Learn about the various ...
BVU News and Trends January 2020
A monthly roundup of key developments of interest to business valuation experts.
A ‘one-time, historic opportunity’
That’s how Noam Hirschberger describes the burgeoning cannabis industry, which has triggered a critical need for financial and advisory services including valuation and tax planning that will play an important role in the ongoing success of firms in this industry.
HM Treasury releases major EY study of UK financial tech sector
Business valuers concerned about fintech can get a great view of this critical sector from ‘UK FinTech: On the Cutting Edge,’ a just-released study HM Treasury commissioned back in 2014 as part of the Chancellor of the Exchequer’s goal of making the UK the ‘global capital of FinTech.’
A/E industry flying high
“Fueled by a national economic expansion that appears to have no limits, the A/E [architectural/engineering] industry is undoubtedly finishing this decade exhibiting some of the highest levels of confidence, optimism, and growth that we can recall,” says a report from Rusk O’Brien Gido + Partners.
Recession talk driving down small biz valuations
Over half (53%) of business brokers surveyed say a recession is the biggest concern affecting business valuations in the U.S., according to the “Q3 2019 Market Pulse Report.”
Should business valuation be more sensitive to market pricing?
BVWire—UK has been privy to a number of conversations recently with leaders from valuation professional associations around the globe.
BVU News and Trends November 2019
A monthly roundup of key developments of interest to business valuation experts.
Global BVU News and Trends November 2019
Business valuation news from a global perspective.
GDP growth slowed in 3Q 2019 per Economic Outlook Update
The U.S. economy—as indicated by GDP—grew at an annual rate of 1.9% in the third quarter of 2019, which is slower than the downwardly revised rate of 2.0% reported for the second quarter of 2019, according to the 3Q 2019 Economic Outlook Update (EOU).
What’s a trillion $ between friends
Saudi Aramco floated last week, and anyone intrigued by fair market value had to take note.
Cannabis appraiser comments on recent guidance
Last week’s BVWire covered the September 2019 AICPA FVS Eye on Fraud quarterly report, “Marijuana and Forensic Accounting—High Times for CPAs?”