How Do Investors Generally Estimate an Exit Valuation for a Startup

question 14

Multiple Choice

How do investors generally estimate an exit valuation for a startup technology venture?

• A) They add up all the sales over the course of five years, and that is the number.
• B) They add up all the profits over the course of five years, and that is the number.
• C) They look at the predicted balance sheet at year five and use the projected book value of the business as the number.
• D) They look at projected revenues at the end of year five and apply and industry standard multiple to that number based on recent mergers and acquisitions. Then they study the business financials to make sure the business model can generate operating profit.

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Definitions:

Time Horizon

The length of time over which an investment or a project is expected to be pursued or a goal to be achieved.

Operating Plan

A detailed description of how a company's operational activities will be carried out to meet goals and objectives, including production, staffing, and inventory requirements.

Trade Credit

Credit extended by suppliers in which the buyer agrees to pay for goods and services received now at a later date.

Short-Term Loan

a borrowing arrangement designed to provide funds for a short period, typically less than a year, and is used for immediate financial needs.