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Business Valuation for US Companies & Cross-Border Deals

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Business valuation in the USA is an independent assessment of what a company is worth, using DCF, EV/EBITDA comparables, and NAV methods under IVS and US GAAP (ASC 805, ASC 350). It is required for IRS Section 409A equity compensation compliance, ASC 805 purchase price allocation, ESOP appraisals, and M&A transactions. Corvian Advisory delivers fixed-fee reports from USD 2,500 in 2–4 weeks, with direct experience valuing US targets for GCC acquirers and UAE targets for US acquirers.

Defensible, IVS, ASC 805 & IRS 409A-compliant business valuation for US companies, plus target valuation for US acquirers entering the UAE and GCC. Led by our senior CFA, CA and ACCA qualified team. Fixed fee from USD 2,500.

49%
Of GCC Inbound Flow
USD 2.5K+
Fixed Fee From
2–4 Wks
Delivery
US Desk CFA & ACCA Qualified IRS 409A & ASC 805 Experience IVS-Compliant Reports
The USA–GCC Corridor

409A, ASC 805 & Cross-Border Valuation

The United States is the largest source of inbound M&A capital into the GCC. We provide IRS 409A valuations for US private company equity compensation, ASC 805 purchase price allocations for US GAAP reporting, and cross-border target valuation for US acquirers entering the UAE.

GCC businesses seeking US investment also rely on us to prepare valuation materials that satisfy US institutional investor diligence standards.

US-Specific Considerations

Standards We Apply

✓IRS Section 409A fair market value determination for private company stock options.
✓ASC 805 (Business Combinations) purchase price allocation for US GAAP reporting.
✓ASC 820 fair value measurement for financial reporting purposes.
✓Cross-border target valuation for US acquirers entering the UAE and GCC.
✓Valuation materials for GCC businesses raising from US institutional investors.
✓GCC comparable transaction benchmarking alongside US market data.
Valuation Methods

Valuation Methods Used for US Businesses

Method 01

Discounted Cash Flow (DCF)

Projects free cash flows and discounts to present value using a risk-adjusted WACC, calibrated with industry-standard cost of capital studies, sector betas, and size premiums.
Best for growth businesses, M&A, 409A, and ASC 805 supporting analysis.
Method 02

Market Multiples (Guideline Companies)

Benchmarked against public guideline company multiples and private transaction comparables. For SaaS/tech, ARR/NRR multiples benchmarked against recent US private and public transaction data.
Best for M&A, 409A, ASC 350 fair value, and litigation.
Method 03

Net Asset Value (NAV)

Fair value of underlying assets minus liabilities. Used for holding companies, asset-heavy businesses, and as a valuation floor in 409A and litigation contexts.
Best for holding companies, real estate, and financial services.
Method 04

ASC 805 Intangible Valuation

For ASC 805 PPA, we identify and value intangibles using Multi-Period Excess Earnings (customer relationships), Relief from Royalty (technology, brands), and With-and-Without (non-competes).
Best for post-acquisition PPA and ASC 350 annual impairment testing.
Transparent Pricing

Business Valuation Fees in the USA

SME / 409A / ESOP
USD 2,500–8,000
409A stock option FMV, ESOP annual appraisal, partner buyout, or benchmark valuation. IRS 409A safe harbor report. Delivered in 2–3 weeks.
Mid-Market M&A
USD 8,000–25,000
M&A transactions, management buyouts, shareholder disputes, cross-border US-GCC. Full EBITDA normalisation and sensitivity analysis.
ASC 805 / Complex
USD 25,000+
ASC 805 PPA, ASC 350 impairment, litigation expert, multi-entity groups. Big 4 audit-ready deliverable.
Our Promise: fixed fee agreed before any work begins. No hourly billing. No surprises. All US valuations can be invoiced in USD.
Full Service Range

Every Valuation Service for US & Cross-Border Deals

409A
IRS 409A Valuation
Fair market value for private company stock options and equity compensation, updated annually.
GAAP
ASC 805 Purchase Price Allocation
Fair value allocation across acquired assets, liabilities and goodwill for US GAAP reporting.
Reporting
ASC 820 Fair Value Measurement
Fair value measurement for financial instruments and investments under US GAAP.
Cross-Border
US–UAE M&A Valuation
Target valuation and financial due diligence for US acquirers entering the UAE and GCC.
Fundraising
Venture-Backed Startup Valuation
Valuation materials for GCC businesses raising from US institutional investors.
IP
Intangible Asset & IP Valuation
Patents, trademarks, brands and software under relevant US GAAP and IVS standards.
Market Data

Typical Valuation Multiples – US Market

SectorEV/EBITDA Multiple
Technology / SaaS10–20x
Healthcare8–15x
Financial Services8–14x
Industrial & Manufacturing5–9x
Consumer & Retail5–9x
Professional Services5–10x
Questions Worth Asking

What to Ask Before You Commission a US Valuation

"Who actually signs the valuation report?"
Corvian: a CFA Charterholder, personally. Online 409A providers: automated, limited named oversight.
"Is the fee fixed, or will it grow with scope?"
Corvian: fixed and agreed upfront. US valuation firms: hourly billing, scope creep common.
"Do you have real UAE/GCC cross-border experience?"
Corvian: native, both directions, in-house. US valuation firms: available via referral, adds cost.
"How fast, and how much nuance does that turnaround cost me?"
Corvian: 2–4 weeks, full analytical depth. Online 409A providers: 3–5 days, limited nuance.
Illustrative Engagements

Cross-Border Experience

Cross-Border Buy-Side

US Acquirer UAE Target Valuation & FDD

A US strategic acquirer evaluating a UAE services business engaged us for target valuation and financial due diligence, benchmarked against both US and GCC comparables.

Outcome
Client's investment committee approved the acquisition using our report as the primary valuation reference.
IRS 409A

Series B Startup 409A Valuation

A US venture-backed startup needed an updated 409A valuation ahead of a new funding round and option grants.

Outcome
Delivered within one week, fully compliant with IRS safe harbor requirements.
ASC 805 PPA

Post-Acquisition Purchase Price Allocation

Following a US company's acquisition of a UAE technology business, we prepared the ASC 805 PPA identifying acquired intangibles.

Outcome
Report accepted by the client's US auditor with no follow-up queries.
Our Process

How the Process Works

01
Initial Consultation

No-obligation call covering purpose, timeline and scope.

02
Information Gathering

Financials and cap table collected via secure data room.

03
Analysis & Draft

Methodology applied, benchmarked against US and GCC comparables.

04
Final Report

IVS/ASC-compliant report delivered within agreed timeline.

Client Reviews

What Clients Say

"Corvian's cross-border valuation gave our investment committee exactly the defensible framework we needed for our UAE acquisition."

VP Corporate Development, US Strategic Acquirer

"Fast, compliant 409A valuation ahead of our funding round, exactly what our counsel needed."

CFO, US Venture-Backed Startup

"The ASC 805 PPA was accepted by our auditor without a single follow-up question."

Controller, US Technology Company
Frequently Asked

Business Valuation USA – FAQ

How much does a business valuation cost in the USA?
USD 2,500 to USD 25,000+ depending on complexity. IRS 409A valuations typically USD 2,500-7,500. Fixed-scope, agreed before work begins.
What is an IRS 409A valuation?
A Section 409A valuation determines the fair market value of private company stock for equity compensation purposes, required annually or after material events.
Do you value UAE-US cross-border transactions?
Yes, target valuation and financial due diligence for US acquirers entering the UAE and GCC, and UAE businesses seeking US capital.
Is your valuation ASC 805 compliant?
Yes, our purchase price allocation reports meet ASC 805 requirements for US GAAP reporting.
How long does a US valuation take?
2 to 4 weeks typically; 409A valuations can often be completed faster given standardised methodology.
How does US federal Corporate Tax affect a valuation?
The federal rate is a flat 21%, plus state corporate income taxes ranging from 0% to over 9%. We build the correct combined post-tax cash flow based on the target's state of incorporation and operation.
Do you value Delaware C-Corps for venture-backed startups?
Yes. We provide 409A fair market value determinations alongside pre-money/post-money valuations that reconcile with the cap table and preferred stock liquidation preferences.
How does ASC 350 goodwill impairment testing work?
ASC 350 requires annual or trigger-based testing comparing a reporting unit's fair value to its carrying value. We perform the quantitative test using DCF and market multiple methods consistent with US GAAP.
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