by Appraisal Economics | Feb 7, 2025 | Asset Appraisal, Blog, Business Valuation
An Up-C structure is an efficient vehicle for operating partnerships seeking to access public capital markets while preserving favorable tax treatment for original owners. Unlike a traditional C corporation IPO, this structure allows pre-IPO investors—typically...
by Appraisal Economics | Jan 6, 2025 | Blog, Business Valuation
Solar carports in the United States have emerged as a critical segment of the renewable energy market, leveraging the convergence of sustainability goals and advancements in photovoltaic technology. Unlike traditional ground-mounted solar arrays, carports integrate...
by Appraisal Economics | Jan 6, 2025 | Blog, Business Valuation, Sports Franchise Valuation
The escalating valuations of sports franchises are a defining feature of the modern entertainment economy, driven by a fusion of financial dynamics, cultural shifts, and evolving consumption patterns. A study from the Secretariat revealed striking growth in franchise...
by Appraisal Economics | Jan 6, 2025 | Blog, Business Valuation
Autonomous vehicles stand to redefine car insurance operations, transcending traditional frameworks that have governed the industry for over a century. As vehicles become increasingly self-reliant, insurers face profound challenges and opportunities in adapting to a...
by Appraisal Economics | Nov 12, 2024 | Asset Appraisal, Blog, Business Valuation, Sports Franchise Valuation
As college athletics evolves to reflect a myriad of macro trends and changes, private equity firms are moving to carve out a significant stake in this emerging, lucrative asset class. Driven by the recent legal and regulatory changes surrounding athlete compensation,...
by Appraisal Economics | Sep 24, 2024 | Business Valuation, Power Valuation
The merger and acquisition (M&A) market showed signs of rejuvenation in Q2 2024 as optimism began to return among dealmakers. While the M&A environment had struggled to break free from a prolonged slump over the past two years, the latest data and survey...
