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Net book value: definition, calculation, limits and role in valuation
Net book value (NBV) is an indicator that is often mentioned when a company is being sold, merged or valued. But what about...
The end of the web deal? The response economy is redrawing value!
AI response, zero clicks and a new valuation risk for companies For the past twenty years, the web economy has been based on...
Community evaluation: measuring a brand's sales potential through its audience
In today's digital economy, a brand or influencer's community is a true strategic asset. This audience, often not...
Business valuation: complete methods, practical pitfalls and expertise XVAL
The valuation of a business is a crucial stage in the sale, transfer or raising of capital....
Calculating the value of a company: practical methods and the XVAL approach
Calculating the value of a company goes far beyond a simple intuitive figure. It's a strategic, rigorous and meticulous process. This...
Company value vs. sales: myth or reliable method?
Sales are often a good starting point for estimating a company's value. The idea: multiply...
EBITDA restatements: focus on leasing and finance leases in business valuation
EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization) is one of the most widely used aggregates in business valuation. However, it can be misleading...
FAQ Valuation of leasehold rights
What is a leasehold interest? A leasehold interest (droit au bail or DAB) is the amount paid by a buyer to take over a...
Business valuation: what the Altares 2025 study of business sales in France reveals
At XVAL, we help hundreds of retailers and investors every year to increase the value of their businesses. Whether...
Rolex celebrates its 120th anniversary in 2025, and reminds all managers of an essential lesson: the value of a company cannot be summed up in a balance sheet (brand valuation).
Various studies currently value the Rolex brand at between 8 and 16 billion Swiss francs (brand valuation), depending on the source...
Valuation and profitability of French companies: exclusive sector analysis based on ESANE data
In an economic climate marked by uncertainty, a detailed understanding of sector profitability is becoming a strategic issue, both for the...
Climate and business valuation: how to integrate risks and opportunities into your business decisions
When we talk about company valuations, we instinctively think of profitability, growth prospects, the strength of the...
Company valuation methods: "forgotten" accounting items that can change everything
When we talk about company valuation methods, everyone first analyzes the great classics: sales, EBITDA,...
Understanding Net Book Value (NBV): definition, calculation and role in company valuation
Net book value (NBV) is a key concept for assessing a company's financial situation. As an indicator of...
Company valuation: understanding, evaluating and optimizing
Valuing a company is an essential step for managers, investors and stakeholders, whether in the context of a sale, a buyout or a...
The Company Value Sharing Plan: everything you need to know in 2025
The Plan de Partage de la Valorisation de l'Entreprise (PPVE), recently introduced by the French government, is a flagship measure...
Company valuation: everything you need to know in 2025
Valuing a company is a crucial step in the process of selling, raising capital, transferring ownership, or...
Valuation of Commerce in France in 2025
The retail sector in France plays a central role in the economy...
CSR and company value enhancement
At a time when companies are under increasing scrutiny for their social and environmental impact, one question...