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Valuation Interview Questions for Finance II
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This set of questions is designed to help you master key concepts in valuation techniques. The difficulty progresses from foundational valuation methods like DCF, Comparable Company Analysis, and Precedent Transactions to more advanced topics such as LBO analysis, industry-specific multiples, and the use of equity vs. enterprise value in multiples.

In total, walking through this set in an interview would take approximately 35 minutes, making up around 70% of a typical 45-minute interview. Below, you’ll find model answers for each question, along with tips for the interviewer on what to look for in candidate responses.

What are the key differences between DCF, Comparable Company Analysis, and Precedent Transactions?

How would you rank the three valuation methods in terms of expected value, and why?

What other valuation methodologies can you think of?

When would you use an LBO Analysis in valuation?

What is the IRR, and how is it used in an LBO analysis?

When is a Liquidation Valuation typically used?

What are the most commonly used multiples in valuation?

Which multiple would you use to value a high-growth tech startup?

What are common industry-specific multiples in the energy sector?

When would you use equity value instead of enterprise value in valuation multiples?

Bonus Question: When using Free Cash Flow multiples, do you use Equity Value or Enterprise Value?

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