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We are your partner for venture investments - due diligence, valuation or deal flow! Our experts are by your side with their know-how.Services for investorsOur Venture Deals Services ensure high quality deal flows and support the scaling of existing startup investments.
Dealflow
We use our many years of experience in venture capital transaction consultancy (fundraising, M&A and due diligence) and consulting for individual matchmaking between startups and investors. For this purpose we rely on our unique and verified NextLevel network and offer access to a comprehensive deal flow of relevant targets.Learn moreDealflow
We use our many years of experience in venture capital transaction consultancy (fundraising, M&A and due diligence) and consulting for individual matchmaking between startups and investors. For this purpose we rely on our unique and verified NextLevel network and offer access to a comprehensive deal flow of relevant targets.closeDirect access to promising startup investments that fit your personal investment profileQualified sales projects based on a special verification process by our venture deal expertsProvision of high quality information that is useful for decision-making (pitch deck, financial model)close
Support in the evaluation and design of ESOP/VSOP
ESOP/VSOP programs are becoming more and more relevant in the startup context, not least due to the initiative "#ESOPasap" of the Bundesverband Deutscher Startup e.V. Accordingly, the evaluation of an employee participation should be simple and possible at low cost. Analogous to the so-called 409A procedure already established in the USA, we offer a neutral and transparent way of valuing shares not publicly traded.
Due to our many years of experience, we can support you in the transparent and suitable valuation for the tax authorities as well as the design of the ESOP/VSOP programs.
Support in the evaluation and design of ESOP/VSOP
ESOP/VSOP programs are becoming more and more relevant in the startup context, not least due to the initiative "#ESOPasap" of the Bundesverband Deutscher Startup e.V. Accordingly, the evaluation of an employee participation should be simple and possible at low cost. Analogous to the so-called 409A procedure already established in the USA, we offer a neutral and transparent way of valuing shares not publicly traded.
Due to our many years of experience, we can support you in the transparent and suitable valuation for the tax authorities as well as the design of the ESOP/VSOP programs.
Design and implementation of employee programsDocumentation and application of recognized methods for evaluating ESOP/VSOP programsclose
Net asset value valuation for the regular reporting of the investment portfolio
An objective and regular evaluation of startup investments creates additional transparency and meets internal and external information and documentation requirements. We support VC funds in the valuation of shares using Net Asset Values (NAV). Learn moreNet asset value valuation for the regular reporting of the investment portfolio
An objective and regular evaluation of startup investments creates additional transparency and meets internal and external information and documentation requirements. We support VC funds in the valuation of shares using Net Asset Values (NAV). closeRegular evaluation and documentation of your portfolio on a optional monthly, quarterly or annual basisUse of relevant standards and guidelines (International Private Equity and Venture-Capital (IPEV))Holistic assessment based on quantitative and qualitative factors (market environment, technology and management team)Comparative valuation using our real-time digital valuation platform PwC eValuation Startupclose
Company valuations in the context of venture capital transactions
A special feature in the evaluation of startups is the consideration of the individual development phase. Our experienced Valuation, Modeling & Analytics experts support you in answering all questions regarding the value of the company, the representation of individual values in business plans and the financing strategy. Learn moreCompany valuations in the context of venture capital transactions
A special feature in the evaluation of startups is the consideration of the individual development phase. Our experienced Valuation, Modeling & Analytics experts support you in answering all questions regarding the value of the company, the representation of individual values in business plans and the financing strategy. closeValuation on the basis of different and recognized valuation methods - from benchmarking to the adjustment of "classic" evaluation techniquesUnder individual appreciation of your business plan and the development phase, we are at your disposal with various assessment services. You will not receive a classic valuation report, but a startup specific venture analysisPlausibility check of the business planPurchase price allocations, impairment tests and share valuation for the purposes of IFRS 9Fairness Opinion according to IDW S 8Valuation of intangible assets, such as brands, patents, technologies and customer relationships according to IDW S 5close
CFO Compliance Services for VC funds
Fund internal requirements, compliance regulations and the information policy towards stakeholders require the regular documentation of valuations of startups or net asset values of the investment portfolio. Our experts will train you with regard to recognized valuation guidelines (e.g. IPEV) and work with you to derive a best practice that is based on these guidelines.Learn moreCFO Compliance Services for VC funds
Fund internal requirements, compliance regulations and the information policy towards stakeholders require the regular documentation of valuations of startups or net asset values of the investment portfolio. Our experts will train you with regard to recognized valuation guidelines (e.g. IPEV) and work with you to derive a best practice that is based on these guidelines.closeCritical analysis of existing internal guidelines with regard to recognized valuation standardsDesign and implementation of internal assessment guidelines and future best practiceIndependent audits of the net asset value valuations (e.g. IPEV-Value Due Diligence) and review of financial modelsProvision of information on comparable financing rounds, capital market data from peer companies (e.g. trading and transaction multiples) and derivation of risk-adjusted capital costs using different transaction databasesclose
Venture Due Diligence
A well-founded due diligence analysis is a central component of every successful transaction. With our due diligence approach, which is adapted to growth companies, we identify the risks and the financial, legal and tax opportunities for you.Learn moreVenture Due Diligence
A well-founded due diligence analysis is a central component of every successful transaction. With our due diligence approach, which is adapted to growth companies, we identify the risks and the financial, legal and tax opportunities for you.closeBuy-side and sell-side financial, IT, tax and legal due diligenceWe also work closely with our IT, tax and legal due diligence experts and the Data Analytics team, so that we can answer all your questions as well as be able to provide targeted answers for data-driven business modelsWe link our valuation results with the findings from due diligence and assess value-relevant contract clauses such as liquidation preferences, dilution protection clauses, design of convertible bonds and many moreclose
Certificates of value for corporate structuring
Structural measures under company law - as they frequently occur with startups - such as a change of legal form, but also the formation of companies in kind, capital increases in kind and contributions in kind make an impairment test mandatory for stock corporations and limited liability companies.Learn moreCertificates of value for corporate structuring
Structural measures under company law - as they frequently occur with startups - such as a change of legal form, but also the formation of companies in kind, capital increases in kind and contributions in kind make an impairment test mandatory for stock corporations and limited liability companies.closeAppraisal of the recoverability of a contribution in kind according to valuation methods recognized under company lawDocumentation based on an impairment certificateclose
Digital company valuation with the eValuation Startup Tool
Not only startups, but also investors are welcome to use our eValuation Startup tool to help them evaluate their own investments. The tool can be used by investors to check the plausibility of their own value analyses or as a first indicator for potential investments. We would be happy to arrange framework agreements with you with an individual number of licenses.Learn moreDigital company valuation with the eValuation Startup Tool
Not only startups, but also investors are welcome to use our eValuation Startup tool to help them evaluate their own investments. The tool can be used by investors to check the plausibility of their own value analyses or as a first indicator for potential investments. We would be happy to arrange framework agreements with you with an individual number of licenses.closeEvaluation of startups in all development phasesStructured results report for downloadDirect access via a separate account, quota of licenses and easy distribution (e.g. to startups in your portfolio)3-month use of the online tool eValuation to determine the company value for 149 €If a framework agreement for at least 10 licenses is concluded, the price is reduced to 99 €/3 monthsFurther support in using the tool and, if required, background information on the methods provided by our venture deals expertsclose
Our Venture Deal Services for startup supporters
Startup supporters such as universities, local and regional economic development agencies, associations, accelerators, incubators and many more are an important part of the ecosystem. Beside eValuation Startup, we are happy to support you in getting your startups investor ready.
Digital Startup EvaluationKnow your value
A core element of our PwC Venture Deals platform is our online eValuation startup tool. Have a look at how startups can be valued quickly, easily and with just a few clicks completely online.
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