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Valuing Complex Financial Instruments

The FVS Valuation Podcast

Release Date: 06/20/2024

Valuation Case Law Update show art Valuation Case Law Update

The FVS Valuation Podcast

In this interview, Dave and Natalya discuss several significant court cases related to gift and estate tax valuations, ESOPs, and control issues in business valuations.  Throughout the discussion, they emphasize the need for careful planning and the potential implications of court decisions on future valuation practices: Controversial Connolly Case which included life insurance proceeds in the value of a company for estate tax purposes Importance of Proper Valuation Methods: The discussion emphasized the need for accurate and appropriate valuation methods, particularly in ESOP cases...

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Macroeconomic Update 2024 - Cost of Capital & Valuation Impact show art Macroeconomic Update 2024 - Cost of Capital & Valuation Impact

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This interview was recorded on 10/28/24 at the AICPA-CIMA Forensic and Valuation Services Conference prior to the presidential election on 11/5.  Economic issues discussed are still relevant as of the publish date11/21/24 Don’t miss this deep dive into the cost of capital and its implications for businesses and investors Nunes and Harrington, both from Kroll, share a macroeconomic update with the FVS podcast, focusing on the cost of capital and its valuation impact. The U.S. economy is performing better than expected, avoiding a recession and potentially achieving a soft landing, with...

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Discounted Cash Flows (rebroadcast with Roger Grabowski) show art Discounted Cash Flows (rebroadcast with Roger Grabowski)

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Roger Grabowski has made numerous contributions to the field of valuation, particularly in forecasting cash flows using the discounted cash flow method (DCF). Roger speaks with Josh about the evolution of valuation practices and emphasizes the importance of understanding historical growth and differentiating between organic growth and growth through acquisitions. Topics discussed include: The importance of learning about the company and its management Thank you, Shannon Pratt - writing and presenting technical topics in an accessible manner Realistic forecasting and understanding the...

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Using AI in Your Valuation Practice – Part 2 show art Using AI in Your Valuation Practice – Part 2

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This is the 2nd of a two-episode interview with Rod Burkert who is a valuation practice coach and advisor. If you have not listened to Part 1 – consider .  Rod views AI as a tool, and like how professionals learned to use Excel and Word, he encourages a mindset shift to familiarize oneself with AI and its potential applications in business valuation.  How to prompt so AI understands where you are coming from and gives you better results Consumers' expectations for professionals to incorporate AI into their practices and use AI to save time and money AI-related tools to help your...

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The authors of the Eye on Fraud article on the same topic, Howard Silverstone and Sean Sauder, explore historical and modern examples of music fraud, including "payola," artist fraud, and streaming fraud, and discuss industry measures to combat these issues, including: Streaming fraud: bots, click farms, and playlisting scams Impact of fraud on artists and the industry, such as royalty fraud and illegal downloading The role of forensic accountants and the use of specific software and global task forces to fight streaming fraud Guests:  Howard Silverstone, CPA/CFF, Executive Vice...

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Pod Squad host Nene Gianfala discusses how to support company specific risk and reconciliation with our experts fresh out of their session at the FVS conference.  Their conversation covers complex topics including: Understanding projected financial information (PFI) Quantifying company specific risk premium Reconciling WACC, WARA and IRR Complying with disclosure requirements and Learning the story behind the numbers. Guests:  Charles Gallman, CPS/ABV, Managing Director, Advisory Services, Grant Thornton Ross McSwain, ABV, Sr. Manager, Advisory Services, Grant Thornton Host: ...

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Elevate Your Expertise - A Visit with the 2024 Forensic and Valuation Services Conference Co-Chairs show art Elevate Your Expertise - A Visit with the 2024 Forensic and Valuation Services Conference Co-Chairs

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Join us for the AICPA & CIMA Forensic & Valuation Services Conference from October 28-30 in Dallas, featuring special ticketed networking events. You can attend in person or virtually but attending in Dallas provides unmatched networking with FVS professionals. Register by September 13 to get a $150 early bird discount.  Here's what's in store:  Keynote speech by Rebecca Ryan, a futurist and economic expert Litigation Talk Series on courtroom perspectives and Daubert challenges AI sessions on practical applications and best practices for valuation and forensic work Micro...

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Using AI in Your Valuation Practice – Part 1 show art Using AI in Your Valuation Practice – Part 1

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This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics and business valuation services.   and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content. Rod and Josh discuss the impact of artificial intelligence (AI), on business and life:  the talent crunch in the business valuation...

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Eye on Fraud - The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Forensic Accounting and Litigation Consulting show art Eye on Fraud - The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Forensic Accounting and Litigation Consulting

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FVS experts must keep abreast of AI’s influence on fraud and forensic accounting, utilizing it prudently and mindful of its constraints and misuse risks.  Following the publication of the 2nd quarter Eye on Fraud report, we converse with the authors to learn about the four categories of AI and spotlight both the dangers and advantages of each type: Reactive machines Limited memory Theory of mind Self-awareness Guests:  Clay Kniepmann, JD, CPA/CFF/ABV, Anders CPA and Advisors David Zweighaft CPA/CFF, CFE DSZ Forensic Accounting & Consulting Services Host: Frank Previti,...

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For our final bankruptcy episode, we are in conversation with Clint Neider from AlixPartners. Clint shares his passion for the critical role valuation plays in bankruptcy restructuring.  Restructuring requires a combination of science and art, as well as the ability to play the role of a finance professional and a therapist.  Clint shares: What skills make a successful restructuring practitioner How valuations impact the negotiation process Learning to educate, counsel, and provide guidance to the Court Guest: Clint Neider, CPA/ABV, AlixPartners, Restructuring Group Host: Josh...

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While it has been thousands of years since the Greek mathematician, Thales, developed the first known option contracts to corner the market for olive presses ahead of the annual harvest, financial instruments continue to proliferate in both type and complexity.  

Faisal Lakhani of CBIZ Valuation Group specializes in advising clients in this area and shares his expertise to provide an overview to help us better understand what these instruments are, and how they are valued, including:

  • Categories and classification of complex financial instruments
  • Valuation approaches and methods
  • Influence of market volatility, liquidity constraints, and broad macro-economic conditions on value
  • Industry guidance resources available to valuation practitioners, auditors, and financial professionals

Guest: Faisal Lakhani, CFA, ABV, Managing Director, CBIZ Valuation Group
Host: Howard Mah-Lee, CFA, CAIA, ABV, AICPA Valuation Services

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Valuation of Portfolio Company Investments of Venture Capital and Private Equity Funds and Other Investment Companies - Accounting and Valuation Guide the“PE/VC” guide

Valuation of Privately Held Companies Equity Securities Issued as Compensation the“cheap stock” guide

This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content, including BRGonline, Daubert Tracker, and Merger Shark.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE FOLLOWING AICPA CREDENTIALS:

Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV®)Visit the home page and check out the ABV infographic

Certified in the Valuation of Financial Instruments (CVFI®)Visit the home page and check out the CVFI infographic

Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF®) - Visit the home page and check out the CFF infographic

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