Dr. Stephen Blough Joins Valentiam Group as Partner
We are pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Stephen Blough as a partner in the firm.
PlaidCloud and Valentiam Announce Strategic Partnership
Reshaping how groups leverage software to enhance their transfer pricing approach.
Valentiam adds transfer pricing partner Josh Walls to growing practice
We are pleased to announce that Josh Walls has joined the Valentiam Group as a transfer pricing partner in our Los Angeles office.
Newsflash: OECD Announces Pillar 1 & 2 Agreement
The OECD announces an agreement among the Inclusive Framework on the BEPS Pillar 1 and 2 project addressing the tax challenges of the digitalized economy.
EBITDA Multiples By Industry: An Analysis
EBITDA multiples by industry indicate growth, profitability, and stability of profits in various sectors—and are a quick and easy way to estimate value.
Valuation Methods: A Guide
Different types of business valuation methods are suited to specific needs. Here are the three primary types of valuation techniques and when they should be used.
Transfer Pricing Solutions
The right transfer pricing solutions are critical to the financial health of your business. Call on Valentiam’s transfer pricing experts for all your transfer pricing needs.
Transfer Pricing Post-Merger Integration: A 6-Step Guide
Post-merger integration is a long and complex process. Here’s how to integrate transfer for newly-merged business entities.
SaaS Company Valuations: What You Need To Know
SaaS company valuations pose some unique challenges for appraisers. Here are the factors that determine SaaS company value.
7 Steps For Ensuring Transfer Pricing Audit-Readiness
There are no guarantees for avoiding transfer pricing audits, but taking these steps will reduce your risk—and ensure you’re prepared if you are audited.
Country By Country Reporting: An In-Depth Guide
U.S. and OECD country by country reporting guidance is still being clarified. Here are the most important considerations to stay in compliance with CBCR.
Newsflash: G-7 Reaches BEPS 2.0 International Tax Agreement
On June 5, 2021, the G-7 reached an agreement on OECD BEPS 2.0 Pillar One and Pillar Two initiatives, with promise to repeal Digital Services Taxes (DST).
4 Standards Of Value For Business Valuation - Explained
How much is a business worth? It depends on the standard of value. Here are the four business valuation standards and the contexts in which each is used.
Biden Administration Details Plans for US Tax Reform 2.0
The Biden Administration's US Corporate Income Tax Reform proposal was released May 28, 2021. The proposal impacts Transfer Pricing & International Tax.
ASC 805 Valuations: What You Need To Know
The ASC 805 valuation rule was adopted to provide more clarity about the value of assets acquired in M&A transactions. Here’s what you need to know.
The Comparable Profits Method (CPM) in Transfer Pricing
Looking to learn more about the comparable profits method in transfer pricing? We'll break it down for you with a helpful overview and example.
Advance Pricing Agreements: What You Need To Know
Advance pricing agreements offer some distinct benefits but require a great deal of time and expense to secure. Here’s what you need to know.
4 Transfer Pricing Examples Explained
Transfer pricing methods are complex—here are four examples to help simplify the concepts.
BEPS & Transfer Pricing: What Are The Effects?
The OECD BEPS and transfer pricing guidelines represent a regulatory sea change. Here are the likely effects—and best practices for avoiding risks.
Valuation Of Intangible Assets: What Are The Top Methods?
Intangible assets valuation methods incorporate classic valuation principles but differ in some respects. Here’s how to value intangible assets.
Business Enterprise Value—What Is It?
Business enterprise value represents the value of a company’s total assets and liabilities. Here’s how to calculate business enterprise value.
Understanding Business Value Enhancement
Everyone would like to enhance the value of their business—but how? These business value enhancement tools and techniques are the key.
Valuation Allowance For Deferred Tax Assets: A Quick Guide
ASC 820 compliance sometimes requires a valuation allowance for deferred tax assets. Here’s why—and how valuation allowances are applied.
Pillar 1 And Pillar 2 OECD Blueprints: An Overview
The Pillar 1 and Pillar 2 OECD blueprints have the potential to completely upend global tax and transfer pricing strategies. Here are the implications.
Understanding The Master & Local File For Transfer Pricing
OECD BEPS guidelines require maintenance of both master and local files for transfer pricing. Here are the requirements—and a plan to ensure compliance.
5 Challenges Of Transfer Pricing To Consider
Technical aspects are not the only challenges of transfer pricing. Here are the top five non-technical problems transfer pricing directors must solve.
The Comparable Uncontrolled Price (CUP) Method: How It Works
Trying to figure out the comparable uncontrolled price method? In this article, we break it down with a helpful overview and examples.
Shareholder Disputes: Common Causes & Solutions
Shareholder disputes often prompt business valuations. Here are some of the common causes of disputes and how they can be settled.
The Resale Price Method In Transfer Pricing Explained
Curious about the resale price method in transfer pricing? Read this article for a helpful overview and an example.
The Cost Plus Transfer Pricing Method (With Examples)
Are you trying to make sense of the cost plus transfer pricing method? In this article, we break it down for you with an overview and examples.
Business Tax Liability: Everything You Should Know
Business tax liability is a fact of life. If you pay attention, you can minimize your liability by taking advantage of opportunities. Here’s how.
The Profit Split Method (PSM) With Examples
Are you struggling to make sense of the profit split method? In this article, we break it down with an overview and example.
Transfer Pricing & Valuation Tax Planning Strategies For Corporations
Corporate tax strategies need to address all areas of taxation—not just income tax. Transfer pricing and valuation can also have an impact.
5 Transfer Pricing Methods: Approaches, Benefits & Risks
From international regulations to calculation methods, transfer pricing is a complex business. Learn the benefits & risks of each method here.
A Templated Work Plan For OECD BEPS Requirements
Worried about meeting OECD BEPS requirements? Download a free work plan with timelines and task lists to manage the compliance process successfully.
What Does A Transfer Pricing Consultant Deliver?
Wondering what a transfer pricing consultant can do for your organization? Here’s how consultants deliver value and some tips for choosing a consultant.
Intellectual Property Valuation: What You Should Know
Intellectual property valuation is a complex process, but essential for accurately valuing businesses. Here’s what you need to know about IP valuation.
Independent Valuation Services: When & Why To Seek A Third-Party Valuation
An independent valuation provides a neutral third party’s opinion of business value—here’s when (and why) that’s a necessity.
Business Valuation Factors: The Top 9 Things To Consider
The importance of various business valuation factors varies depending on the purpose of the valuation. Here are the factors to consider in different valuation contexts.
Certified Business Appraisers
Accurate valuations are critical to the financial health of your business. Call on Valentiam’s certified business appraisers for accurate, defensible valuations of your business assets.
When Is There Need For A Business Valuation? The Top 9 Reasons
In the life of most businesses, there will come a time when there is a need for a business valuation. Here are the top nine reasons to seek a valuation.
Business Valuation Resources: Where To Find What You Need To Know
In most cases, business valuation is best left to the experts in most cases— but there are instances where you can calculate a rough value yourself. These business valuation resources can help.
Corporate Restructuring: Best Strategies For Your Business
Corporate restructuring strategies are pursued for a variety of reasons. Valuation is an important tool in evaluating strategies. Here’s what you need to know.
How To Select A Business Valuation Expert
When choosing a business valuation expert, it’s important to consider how the expert’s credentials and experience align with your needs. Here’s what to look for.
Going Concern Value—What Is It?
The going concern value of a business is usually much higher than its liquidation value. Here’s the definition of going concern value and how to calculate it.
EBITDA Valuation—What Is It?
EBITDA valuation is a quick and easy way to approximate enterprise value—but it only provides an estimate. Here’s how to calculate EBITDA value and when to use it.
Pre-Money Vs. Post-Money Valuation: What's The Difference?
Venture capital investment considers pre-money vs. post-money valuation in determining the investor’s ownership stake. Here’s what the terms mean.
Derivative Valuation Services
Derivative valuation services are required for valuing complex derivative financial instruments. Call on Valentiam’s derivative valuation experts to provide defensible values for derivatives.
Equipment Valuation: Everything You Need To Know
Equipment valuation is a fairly straightforward three-step process utilizing standard valuation methods. Here’s what you need to know about how to value used equipment.
Impact Of Covid-19 On Business Property Appraisals
The impact of COVID-19 has been substantial for all business owners. Here’s how it may have affected your business property appraisal—and what you can do to minimize the damage.
What Is Portfolio Valuation?
Institutional investors are increasingly turning to third-party portfolio valuation services to eliminate bias and increase transparency. Here’s the what, who, why, and how of portfolio valuation.
Valuation Of Securities Using Standard Valuation Methods
Methods used in the valuation of securities like stocks and bonds are the same as those used for valuing business assets. Here’s how to value these instruments.
The 10 Steps In The Business Valuation Process
The business valuation process is straightforward, but arriving at a defensible value requires good data—and also good judgement.
Valuation Vs. Evaluation Vs. Appraisal—What's The Difference?
The terms valuation, evaluation, and appraisal are often used interchangeably. What’s the difference between valuation vs. evaluation—or is there one?
Merger And Acquisition Valuation Methods
Merger and acquisition valuation methods rely on the same basic approaches used for other business valuations. Here’s how M&A transactions are handled.
During COVID-19: Is RPSM The Best Choice For Multinational Companies?
Is RPSM the most appropriate transfer pricing method for multinational companies in the time of COVID-19? Learn about the potential issues here.
How Much Does A Business Valuation Cost?
How much does a business valuation cost? It depends. Here are the factors that determine the cost of a business valuation report.
How To Create A Business Valuation Report
A business valuation report covers more than just company financials. Here’s how to create a valuation report, and what it should include.
Business Valuation Basics: 2020 Guide
From the purpose of the valuation to using the right valuation approach, here are the basics of business valuation.
The Different Phases Of The “Covid Economy”
Here’s what’s missing in the discussion around COVID-19 and transfer pricing: the long-term view.
Private Company Valuation: Everything You Need To Know
Private company valuation presents some unique challenges due to a lower level of financial transparency. Here’s how to assess private company value.
Intangible Asset Valuation & Intercompany Sales In The Context Of COVID-19
In light of COVID-19, here’s what multinational businesses should take into account with regard to intangible asset valuation and intercompany transference.
Impact Of COVID-19 On Advance Pricing Agreements With Tax Authorities
Your existing (or pending) advance transfer pricing agreement with tax authorities could be affected by the COVID-19 crisis; here are the issues you should be aware of in the months ahead.
Fair Value Vs. Fair Market Value: What's The Difference?
Is there a difference in fair value vs. market value? When it comes to valuations, yes, there is. This post breaks it down.
Effects Of COVID-19 On Intercompany Loans
What impact will COVID-19 have on intercompany borrowing? Here’s what to watch out for with regard to intercompany loan interest rates and borrowing practices.
Using Intercompany Service Charges To Share Losses
When it comes to intercompany transactions, accounting for COVID-19 could potentially impact your transfer pricing risk. Here’s what to think about before making changes to intercompany service charges.
Intercompany Agreement Considerations During The COVID-19 Pandemic
Business is not “as usual” in the time of COVID-19; here’s why you should review your intercompany agreements now in light of the new reality, and questions to consider when amending.
Calculating The Present Value Of The Terminal Value
The present value of terminal value is critical in using the income approach for valuation. Here are the methods to use—and the limitations of each.
Financial Impact Of COVID-19: Valuation Modifications
Here’s how to take the financial impact of COVID-19 into consideration when it comes to the valuation process.
Transfer Pricing Implications Of COVID-19
For multinational corporations, grappling with COVID-19 also means considering these transfer pricing issues.
What Is Economic Obsolescence?
Economic obsolescence can reduce the value of a business or its assets. Here’s what economic obsolescence is, and how to calculate its impact.
What Is Functional Obsolescence?
Functional obsolescence of assets imposes a variety of costs on businesses. Here’s what functional obsolescence is, and how it can cost your business.
Understanding The Importance Of ASC 820 In Compliant Valuations
ASC 820 is the standard for establishing fair market values for assets and liabilities, necessary for GAAP compliance.
Goodwill Impairment Test: New Guidance
The new goodwill impairment test guidelines make the process much simpler—but also less precise. Here’s how the old and new guidance differs.
Using Capital IQ To Access Compustat Data: How To Find The Data You Need
Transitioning from Research Insight to Capital IQ for Compustat’s market research data? Here are four tips to make the transition successfully.
Business Valuation Services
Wondering if enlisting the support of a business valuation service would be beneficial for your situation? Here’s why you might need one—and how they can help.
5 Rules Of Thumb For Business Valuation
Looking for some rules of thumb for business valuation? You might be surprised to learn that some of the most useful—yet most overlooked—ones don’t have anything to do with the value metrics themselves.
How To Manage Purchase Price Allocation (PPA) For Tax Purposes
Purchase price allocation is required during an acquisition. Here’s how to take the right approach for more favorable tax results.
How To Complete A Year-End Transfer Pricing Review [A Checklist]
Will your transfer pricing policies stand up to scrutiny this year? Get a checklist of steps for conducting a thorough year-end risk assessment.
Arm's Length Principle In Transfer Pricing
The arm's length principle of transfer pricing has been the standard for many years, but is it perfect? Here’s a basic explanation of the term and reasons why it’s being called into question.
Transfer Pricing Due Diligence For M&A Transactions [Checklist]
M&A due diligence must include an assessment of transfer pricing policies—or else you risk financial consequences down the line. Use this checklist to get started.
What You Need To Know About Operational Transfer Pricing
What is operational transfer pricing? We take a deep dive beyond the definition to explore the benefits, giving you the insights you need.
How To Value A Commercial Property
Valuing your business's property has a direct impact on your bottom line. In this article, learn how to utilize the two primary valuation methods.
Tangible Asset Valuation: What You Need To Know
What are your company’s assets worth? Learn what tangible asset valuation is, why it matters, and tips for getting it right.
Contemporaneous Documentation & Transfer Pricing
Why is contemporaneous documentation so important—and how can you make sure to get it right? Find out in this article.
Using OECD Data For Country Risk Assessment [VIDEO]
Tax authorities utilize OECD data for country risk assessment—are your company’s transfer pricing reports free of red flags?
Property Tax Consultants: What Do They Deliver & How?
Would hiring a property tax consultant benefit your business? Here’s an overview of what you can expect.
Transfer Pricing Documentation: 5 Best Practices To Follow
These best practices are essential for meeting global transfer pricing documentation requirements. Is your company following them?
Valentiam Insights | OECD Unified Approach to Tax Corporate Profits
The Unified Approach is a radical departure from the existing system, in that it overlays formulary apportionment on top of the arm's length principle.
5 Property Valuation Services Your Business May Need
Do you know what your company assets are worth? Here’s how our property valuation services can help you find out.
LIBOR's Phase Out In 2021 & The Impact On Transfer Pricing
LIBOR’s discontinuation begins in 2021—is your company ready? Learn how it impacts transfer pricing & what you can do to prepare for the transition.
OECD Digital Tax Update: Pillar One, Beyond The Arm's Length Principle
The OECD has released a new Pillar One digital tax proposal known as the Unified Approach, which goes beyond the digital economy and arm's length principle
Intellectual Property Rights In Mergers & Acquisitions
Managing intellectual property in mergers and acquisitions is tricky business—but it’s essential to ensure integration goes smoothly. Learn more.
A Look At Transfer Pricing & Taxation Of The Digital Economy
The digital world is on the rise—and so is the need for taxation of the digital economy. Learn about the OECD’s efforts to reach a global consensus.
The Impact Of U.S. Tax Reform On Transfer Pricing Planning & Compliance
Here’s how U.S. tax reform is likely impacting your transfer pricing planning and compliance—and how your organization should react.
How Are Business Intelligence Tools Used For Transfer Pricing?
Many global organizations use business intelligence tools to manage their transfer pricing data. Learn the benefits & risks to using this technology.
6 Valentiam Partners Named As World’s Leading Transfer Pricing Advisors
Six of the world’s leading transfer pricing advisors are on the Valentiam team—here’s what put us on the map.
Integrating Transfer Pricing Policies During An Acquisition
Here’s some expert advice on how to manage the complexities of transfer pricing policy integration successfully.
Transfer Pricing In The Cannabis Industry
Learn about the unique regulation that governs the cannabis industry and why it requires companies to place increased focus on transfer pricing compliance.
Transfer Pricing Principles For Expanding Outside The U.S. [Checklist]
Expanding abroad is both exciting & challenging. This checklist covers the tax, accounting, & transfer pricing principles critical for success.
Should You Outsource Or Insource The Transfer Pricing Function?
Many companies struggle with whether to outsource or insource transfer pricing—but the answer isn’t that simple. Learn the ideal approach here.
What is the APMA Functional Cost Diagnostic Model?
Learn more about the new APMA Functional Cost Diagnostic Model and what it means for taxpayers with advance pricing agreements.
OECD Country Profiles: Quick Links & Helpful Resources
OECD country profiles are a great resource for determining the local tax laws in more than 50 countries. Access the full list of country profiles here.
4 Tips To Coordinate Transfer Pricing & Valuation Strategies
Transfer pricing and valuation need careful coordination if you hope to avoid tax repercussions. Here’s how to craft a proactive strategy to help you manage it all.
5 Talks To Attend At TP Minds Americas 2019
Are you attending TP Minds Americas 2019? Here are five hot topics you shouldn’t miss at this year’s conference.
Valentiam Insights | Mark Madrian and Nancy Voth to Join Transfer Pricing
Valentiam Group comprises specialists trusted by corporate tax departments and tax advisors in many of the world’s leading corporations to provide transfer pricing and valuation services.
Meet Valentiam's Team Of Transfer Pricing & Valuation Experts
Meet Valentiam, a team of leading tax advisors working with corporate tax teams to solve transfer pricing and valuation problems.
Leading Transfer Pricing and Valuation Experts Form Valentiam Group
A team of leading Transfer Pricing and Valuation professionals has recently formed Valentiam Group to provide independent and innovative services.