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Precedent Transaction Comps Calculator

Free precedent transaction comps calculator applies EV Revenue and EV EBITDA deal multiples to value a target company. Compare median and mean multiples from selected M&A transactions instantly.

Precedent Transaction Comps Calculator
Results
{
  "impliedEvRevenue": 800,
  "impliedEvEbitda": 480,
  "equityRevenue": 750,
  "equityEbitda": 430,
  "valid": true
}

How It Works

Enter the inputs described in each field label for Precedent Transaction Comps Calculator.

Precedent transactions apply control premium multiples from closed deals to target financials. Use Trading Comps Valuation and Merger Accretion Dilution on portfolios.tools for public versus deal pricing.

Adjust the deal set by adding or removing transactions to see how the valuation range shifts. Segment by buyer type (strategic vs financial) to isolate control premium differences. Pair with Trading Comps Valuation on portfolios.tools when public market multiples differ materially from deal comps.

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Step by step

  1. Open Precedent Transaction Comps Calculator and enter your current inputs.
  2. Review calculated outputs and summary tables.
  3. Adjust assumptions and compare scenarios side by side.

Worked example

Adjust one input at a time to see sensitivity.

Common mistakes

Confirm tickers, percentages, and dates before acting.

Running a single baseline scenario ignores tail risks.

The Formula

Implied EV = Target Metric × Deal Multiple

Equity Value = Implied EV − Net Debt

Compare median and mean multiples from selected deals.

Deal multiples include control premium versus trading comps. Adjust for cycle, size, and synergy expectations.

Limitations and assumptions

Deal multiples include control premium versus trading comps. Adjust for cycle, size, and synergy expectations. Precedent Transaction Comps Calculator does not replace personalized advice.

Key terms

What does Precedent Transaction Comps Calculator measure
Precedent transactions apply control premium multiples from closed deals to target financials.
How is the formula applied
The formula block on this page shows every intermediate step so you can audit the math against textbook definitions.
Model assumption
Interpret results in context rather than as automatic buy, sell, or accept signals.

Compare alternatives

Use Trading Comps Valuation and Merger Accretion Dilution on portfolios.

FAQ

What does Precedent Transaction Comps Calculator measure?

Precedent transactions apply control premium multiples from closed deals to target financials. This calculator runs entirely in your browser on portfolios.tools.

How is the formula applied in Precedent Transaction Comps Calculator?

Deal multiples include control premium versus trading comps. Adjust for cycle, size, and synergy expectations.

How should I interpret Precedent Transaction Comps Calculator results?

Precedent transactions apply control premium multiples from closed deals to target financials.

What are common input mistakes with Precedent Transaction Comps Calculator?

Stress test with conservative and optimistic inputs before acting. Document assumptions when sharing outputs with colleagues or lenders.

What are the limitations of Precedent Transaction Comps Calculator?

Deal multiples include control premium versus trading comps. Adjust for cycle, size, and synergy expectations.

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