CHALLENGES IN VALUATION OF SMALL CLOSELY HELD BUSINESS
Author: SRlVIDHYA SRIDHARAN
Category: General Management
Abstract:
Valuation is considered as one of the key aspects which determines the success or failure of M&A. The synergistic gains from M&A resulting in more efficient management, better utilization of resources and economies of scale would be eroded given incorrect valuation at the beginning of the venture. The problems of valuation and arriving at an acceptable value in a small business enterprise loom large in the minds of small business entrepreneurs. This paper discusses the challenges faced in valuation of small closely held businesses with special reference to the Indian context. Various accepted methods of valuation are discussed and
their applicability to small closely held business entities is analyzed.
