Independent, accurate valuations for EMI schemes, share transactions, and regulatory compliance. Trusted by UK businesses and their advisors.
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Fixed-fee valuations for UK SME owners and directors. Scope and price agreed in writing before any work starts.
I want to grant share options to key employees
HMRC-aware EMI valuation so you can grant share options to your team without nasty tax surprises later.
I need to buy out, transfer or document shares
An independent valuation when shareholders change - a partner exits, you bring in a new investor, or you transfer shares to family.
I'm administering an estate with private company shares
Open-market valuation of unquoted UK shares at the date of death, ready for the IHT400 return and estate administration.
I'm preparing to sell my business
An in-depth valuation to anchor your asking price, test buyer offers and avoid leaving money on the table.
Just exploring? A concise, confidential view of value for owner-directors thinking about the next 1-3 years - before commissioning a full report.
Discuss an indicative viewComplex group structures, multi-share classes, cross-border situations or ongoing advisory needs. We scope and quote on request.
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800+ valuations delivered across UK SMEs
A structured process combining financial analysis, professional judgement, and regulatory awareness to determine fair market value.
In the UK, fair market value represents the price at which shares would change hands between a willing buyer and a willing seller, acting knowledgeably and without compulsion. This standard underpins valuations prepared for HMRC, particularly for EMI share valuations, share reorganisations, and minority shareholdings.
A compliant SME valuation report clearly states the purpose, valuation date, methodologies applied, and key assumptions. For UK businesses, well-prepared documentation provides regulatory protection and a reliable basis for informed decision-making.
Selecting an appropriate earnings multiple requires careful judgement. Key factors that influence value include:
Alternative approaches including discounted cash flow (DCF) or asset-based valuations may supplement the primary analysis where appropriate.
We step in at critical moments
Most UK SME valuations apply a multiple to normalised maintainable earnings such as EBITDA, reflecting sustainable cash flow generation.
Owner-managed companies require adjustment for non-recurring costs and discretionary expenses to reflect arm's length profitability.
Complex capital structures require equity allocation using scenario-based or waterfall models, with appropriate minority discounts.
Every report includes full methodology, assumptions, and supporting data.
Common questions about business share valuations in the UK
Nationwide Coverage
We provide independent SME and EMI share valuations to businesses in every major city across the UK.