More than 10 years advising local and multinational companies on strategic business, asset, and equity valuations.
Expert Business Valuation Consulting
At LFS, we perform independent valuations of companies, businesses, and corporate assets. We begin with a comprehensive analysis of the company’s economic activity, market outlook, and value generation chain.
Our integrated approach, drawing from all areas of economic and financial sciences, enables us to deliver market-based valuations that capture every key driver of value creation.
Our goal is to provide reliable and accurate information that helps boards, shareholders, and investors make informed decisions regarding their assets, transactions, and restructuring processes.
Our Business Valuation Services
We provide comprehensive business valuation services tailored to each client’s needs:
- Valuation of companies under indirect asset transfer rules in Argentina.
- Determination of market interest rates for fund dispositions.
- Estimation of market values using traditional methods (DCF, comparable multiples, net asset value).
- Valuation of acquired and self-generated intangibles (brands, know-how, technology, licenses).
- Strategic advisory on value drivers to design sustainable growth plans.
What Is Business Valuation?
Business valuation is a technical process that determines the economic value of a company, business, or asset, taking into account its historical performance, competitive position, and future prospects. A well-executed valuation ensures:
- Transparency in mergers, acquisitions, or share transactions.
- Technical support for strategic negotiations.
- Optimization in corporate reorganization processes.
- Compliance with accounting and tax standards.
- Identification of the company’s key value drivers.
- Objective insights for succession or inheritance planning.
How We Work
We apply a proven methodology backed by the highest professional and market standards. Our approach combines technical rigor with practical experience, allowing us to deliver reliable and effective valuations for strategic decision-making.
- Initial review of accounting, financial, and market information.
- Economic and sector analysis, including future projections.
- Application of the most suitable valuation methods for each case.
- Preparation of clear, well-documented reports defendable before third parties.
- Strategic support in negotiation or audit processes.
Why Choose LFS?
- Over 30 years of collective experience advising local and multinational companies.
- More than 200 clients across Argentina and the region.
- Active involvement of LFS partners in every project.
- Founding members in Argentina of Pride Partners International (PPI), a global network of firms specialized in Business Valuation and Transfer Pricing.
- Interdisciplinary expertise across taxation, corporate finance, and international transactions.
Why is business valuation important?
It enables informed decision-making during mergers, acquisitions, investor onboarding, corporate reorganizations, or estate planning.
Why do I need a business valuation?
It provides a clear understanding of your company’s real value — whether for selling, attracting investors, succession planning, restructuring, or measuring growth.
How is a company valued?
Different valuation methods can be applied, such as discounted cash flow (DCF), comparable market multiples, and net asset value. The appropriate method depends on the business type and valuation objective.
What is the difference between value and price?
Value results from a technical and objective analysis, while price is the amount agreed upon in a negotiation, often influenced by external or subjective factors.
What are the most common reasons to value a company?
Share transactions, investor onboarding, succession planning, corporate reorganizations, legal disputes, or tax audits.
What does a valuation specialist do?
They analyze the company’s financial and economic situation, apply recognized market methodologies, and prepare a defendable report for investors, auditors, or tax authorities.
Who can request a business valuation?
Shareholders, investors, boards of directors, or even tax and judicial authorities within audit or litigation processes.
