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At what point do investors switch from EBITDA to revenue multiples?

When to use revenue or EBITDA multiples in Private Equity?

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At what point do investors switch from EBITDA to revenue multiples?

Valuation

When to use revenue or EBITDA multiples in Private Equity?

DPI = Cumulative Distributions ÷ Paid-In Capital

Equity Management

Understanding DPI, RVPI, and TPVI in Private Equity

Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis is a fundamental valuation method for private equity and venture capital investments.

Equity Management

DCF & Terminal Value: Valuing Private Equity Deals Effectively

The IPEV Guidelines provide a comprehensive framework for fair value measurement in private equity.

Equity Management

Fair Value in Private Equity: Definition, Principles, and Valuation Techniques

ScaleX Valuation – Automation and Precision in Multi-Asset Valuation

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Why private debt valuation matters

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Private Debt Valuation: Best Practices, Compliance, and Data-Backed Insights

Secondary Market Process in Private Equity

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Private Equity Secondaries: Principles, Benefits, and Trends

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Navigating Private Equity Fees: Carried Interest and Management Fees Explained

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Introducing ScaleX Invest’s Convertible Debt Valuation Module: Simplify Complex Analyses

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Open-Ended vs. Closed-Ended Funds: Principles, Differences, and Impact on Private Equity

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Convertible Debt: Mechanisms and Advantages

VC and PE Guide

Technology Investment: Distinguishing Venture Capital from Growth Equity

Dynamic fair value assessment powered by ScaleX Invest, ensuring compliance with IPEV standards and fostering trust through accurate market-aligned valuations.

Portfolio Monitoring

IPEV: A Comprehensive Guide for Venture Capital and Growth Equity

ScaleX Invest offering seven valuation models, including DCF, VC method, and revenue multiples, for comprehensive tech company portfolio analysis.

Valuation

Everything You Need to Know About ScaleX Invest's Valuation Methods

ScaleX Invest’s “European Tech IPO Barometer” highlights key trends in post-IPO performance, showcasing mature tech hubs, underwriter dynamics, and high-performing sectors like AI and CleanTech.

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Unlocking the Potential of European Tech IPOs: Key Takeaways from ScaleX Invest's Latest White Paper

ScaleX Invest bridges the gap between Venture Capital and Private Equity, offering tailored valuation models like DCF, revenue multiples, and listed peers for precise investment strategies.

VC and PE Guide

Venture Capital vs. Private Equity: Understanding Key Differences

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Understanding Waterfall Mechanisms in Venture Capital: Impact on GPs’ Returns

ScaleX Invest reduces startup bankruptcy risks in the French tech ecosystem, leveraging advanced scoring algorithms to identify high-potential companies and ensure portfolio resilience.

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Understanding Post-Series A Bankruptcies in the French Tech Ecosystem

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ScaleX Invest’s new portfolio feature: a comprehensive solution for funds and LPs

General Partners (GPs) and Limited Partners (LPs) rely on performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the viability and success of their investments. These KPIs offer a quantitative measure of investment performance, thus enabling better decision-making processes. ScaleX Invest, through its SaaS solutions, provides investors with valuation methods adapted to technology companies, including multiples, to effectively track their portfolios. Here is an overview of the KPIs tracked by GPs and LPs.Internal Rate of Return (IRR)Gross IRRGross IRR is a crucial indicator for GPs as it measures their gross investment capacity by calculating the rate of return on invested capital before taking fees, expenses, and commissions into account. This indicator reflects the GP's ability to generate returns from the invested capital, providing a clear picture of investment performance. However, this indicator can be misleading if compared between funds or investments without considering differences in fee structures, as it does not account for incurred costs, which can significantly impact net returns for LPs.Net IRRNet IRR, on the other hand, is essential for LPs as it takes all fees and expenses into account, reflecting the actual return on the capital invested by LPs. This indicator is fundamental at the fund level as it provides a realistic view of the returns that LPs can expect after all costs are deducted. However, it can vary considerably depending on the provisions for commissions, fees, and expenses. Moreover, it is less informative at the beginning of a fund's lifecycle due to the J-curve effect, where investments may show negative returns.Multiple on Invested Capital (MOIC)MOIC is a key multiple for assessing a GP's performance. It measures the total value generated from the invested capital, highlighting the fund's ability to choose profitable investments. A clear advantage of MOIC is its ability to provide a simple indication of overall return without the distortion of time. However, it can be less informative about the efficiency of capital use over time, as it does not take investment duration into account. Additionally, MOIC can be divided into realised and unrealised MOIC. Realised MOIC measures the returns from liquidated investments, while unrealised MOIC evaluates the current value of active investments. Together, they offer a complete view of past performance and potential future gains.Total Value to Paid-In Capital (TVPI)TVPI is a critical indicator that measures the total value created relative to the capital paid in by LPs, thus offering an indication of the fund's ability to maximise returns. TVPI's strength lies in its ability to reflect both realised and potential future returns, making it a comprehensive measure of a fund's performance. However, TVPI can sometimes be inflated by unrealised gains that may not materialise. As with MOIC, the duration of investments is not considered, which constitutes a limitation.Residual Value to Paid-In Capital (RVPI)RVPI measures the theoretical value of active investments in the fund. This indicator is important at the beginning of the fund's lifecycle as it provides an estimate of future returns. However, it must be considered with caution as it accounts for unrealised value. Excessive reliance on RVPI can lead to an overestimation of a fund's performance.Distributions to Paid-In Capital (DPI)DPI measures the capital actually returned to LPs compared to the capital paid in. This indicator is crucial at the end of the fund's lifecycle as it reflects the realised value of investments. DPI is advantageous as it provides a direct measure of cash returns for LPs and is essential for evaluating the success of exits and the overall performance of the fund. However, focusing solely on DPI neglects the potential value of active investments (RVPI).Net Asset Value (NAV)This indicator is essential for GPs and LPs to assess the health and value of the portfolio. The main advantage of NAV is that it provides an instant snapshot of the current value of the portfolio, which is crucial for monitoring and comparing with other investment opportunities. Like RVPI, NAV can be influenced by the subjective valuation of unrealised investments.ProceedsProceeds refer to the distributions from the total or partial liquidation of investments. This indicator is crucial for assessing the returns generated by investments. Proceeds offer a direct measure of the success of exits.ConclusionFor technology investors, tracking these KPIs is crucial for making informed decisions and optimising investment strategies. ScaleX Invest's solutions allow investors to have accurate and relevant data, enabling them to assess opportunities and effectively value their portfolios. By leveraging these KPIs, GPs and LPs can maximise the return on their investments.ScaleX Invest provides a solid analytical framework for technology investors, ensuring that they have the necessary tools and insights to navigate a particularly dynamic ecosystem.

Portfolio Monitoring

Performance Indicators Tracked by GPs and LPs

ScaleX combines the peers multiple method with advanced analytics, enabling investors to benchmark valuations effectively while mitigating risks like market mispricing.

Valuation

Pros and cons of the peers multiple method to value Tech Companies

Analyzing the pros and cons of the Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) method in valuing tech companies, highlighting its comprehensive financial analysis and limitations for early-stage startups.

Valuation

Pros and Cons of the DCF Method to Value Tech Companies

ScaleX introducing the Waterfall Valuation Model, enabling tech investors to account for liquidation preferences and achieve precise portfolio valuations.

Portfolio Monitoring

Introducing ScaleX’s new Waterfall model: a Game-Changer for Tech Investors

ScaleX Invest empowers private equity investors with robust valuation tools, aligning with IPEV Guidelines and European regulatory standards for transparency and accuracy.

Portfolio Monitoring

Ensuring Independence: Valuation Guidance in European Private Equity

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AI for Advisory: a friend more than a foe

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How can CVCs track and show the value of their portfolio?

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Unveiling the difference between LPs and GPs in finance

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Understanding NAV financing

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What Venture Loan debt costs

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What you should know about early-stage startup valuation

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E-commerce success: 10 KPIs that matter

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10 KPIs you need to track regarding SaaS

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Startup funding: key alternatives to VC money

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Decoding SaaS KPIs: read our infographic

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Keys to a well-designed executive summary

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Decoding tech jargon: PaaS, SaaS and IaaS

ScaleX empowers investors with its ESG module, supporting compliance with SFDR requirements and enabling transparent, data-driven portfolio management.

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R&D partnership between ScaleX and Audencia's "Finance for Innovation" chair

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Where do startups fit in a corporate ESG strategy?

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Banks and startups: an ever evolving relationship

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10 reasons why you should work with startups

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Infographic - Top trends in the circular economy

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Early Metrics becomes ScaleX, data-driven software

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Measuring environmental and social impact with ESG scoring

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Infographic – Key trends in sustainable finance

Early Metrics partners with Euronext to provide automated analytical reports, enhancing investor insights into 430 listed Tech SMEs across Europe.

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Euronext and Early Metrics join forces to support Tech SME investors

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How can banks improve their relationship with small businesses

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Founder and CEO: two distinct roles in a startup

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DCF or VC, which is the best startup valuation method?

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What’s the difference between a startup, a scale-up, and a tech company?

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Startup loans: how can banks deal with their high credit risk?

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ScaleX: helping banks better collaborate with startups

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How startups and researchers can partner to foster innovation

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Euronext launches the Tech Leaders segment in partnership with Early Metrics

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Entrepreneurs: 6 things to know before talking to a bank

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Earth Day: 10 emerging startups fighting climate change in Europe

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Climate Tech: 8 innovative trends to make finance more sustainable

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5 reasons why open innovation teams use startup scoring

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A new AI-led approach to credit risk and retailer financing