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10 valuation methods

10 valuation methods. One defensible report.

From DCF to adjusted NAV, sector multiples and the Upswitch adaptive market approach: combine methods with your own weighting or pick one as the advisory result — in one workflow, academically grounded and audit-ready.

Every method explained

Which method fits your client best?

Each method is designed for a specific business profile. Click through to learn when and why to use it.

Upswitch adaptive market approach

Recommended headline

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EBITDA multiple

Sector-calibrated EV

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DCF

Discounted cash flow

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Revenue multiple

Growth & low-margin

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SDE

Micro-SME earnings

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ARR multiple

Recurring revenue

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Adjusted NAV

Intrinsic value

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Fiscal reference

Capital gains basis

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Startup valuation

Pre-revenue & seed

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Liquidation analysis

Wind-down floor

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Popular comparisons

Compare methods before you choose

Use these comparison pages to explain why a method fits the client, the transaction, and the decision you need to defend.

EBITDA multiple vs. DCF

Two strong methods for advisors. The right choice depends on stability, growth trajectory, and the story you need to defend.

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EBITDA multiple vs. SDE

The difference between valuing a larger SME and valuing an owner-led micro business.

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ARR multiple vs. revenue multiple

For software, subscriptions, and growth businesses. The core question is how much revenue is truly recurring.

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Adjusted NAV vs. EBITDA multiple

The choice between intrinsic asset value and earnings-driven market value.

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Fiscal reference value vs. EBITDA multiple

The fiscal reference alongside market value. Essential in Belgian transfer cases.

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Upswitch adaptive market approach vs. DCF

One method for a forward-looking scenario. One recommended headline that blends signals from the full dossier.

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Startup valuation vs. Upswitch adaptive market approach

Pre-revenue startup or established SME? Two separate engines, two distinct stories. Pick the right one based on your business profile.

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Startup valuation vs. ARR multiple

First MRR landed but still too early for a true SaaS multiple? Two approaches, one clear choice depending on your scale and runway.

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Every sector multiple is calibrated against the Upswitch SME Index, our continuously updated Benelux transaction reference. No outdated textbook numbers.

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Your advantage

From calculation to a client-ready report.

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You choose the methods

Select which of the 10 methods apply to your client. The engine calculates them. You decide which ones belong in the report.

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Full audit trail

Every normalization, adjustment, and conclusion is documented and traceable. When the counterparty asks why this number is reasonable, you have the answer.

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