Educational guide by Valtech Valuation Singapore
Business valuation in Singapore, explained before you ask for a quote
A practical starting point for owners, finance teams, investors and advisers who have realised they may need a valuation—but are not yet sure what to ask, what information to prepare or how to compare proposals.
The key idea
A valuation is not a standard product
The same company can have different relevant values depending on the valuation date, purpose, basis of value, rights attached to the interest, information available and who will rely on the work. A short internal planning exercise is not scoped like a report for auditors, tax authorities, shareholders, lenders or a dispute.
Good enquiries therefore begin with context—not merely “please value a private company”. Explain why the valuation is needed, what decision or requirement it supports, the deadline, ownership interest, industry, business model and approximate scale.
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Start with the issue you are facing, then move into process, information, methods and professional selection. Every guide is written to be useful on its own.
When is a business valuation needed in Singapore?
Common situations include transactions, financial reporting, tax, disputes, financing, restructuring and succession.
What happens during a business valuation?
See how an engagement normally moves from scoping and information gathering to modelling, challenge, reporting and review.
What affects the fee for a valuation?
Understand why purpose, complexity, risk, data quality, stakeholders, reporting depth and timing affect the quotation.
How should I choose a valuation firm?
Compare experience, professional judgement, team structure, accountability and approach—not price alone.
What information is commonly needed for valuation?
Prepare financial statements, forecasts, asset records, contracts, intellectual-property documents and startup materials.
Which valuation methods are commonly used?
Learn the roles of income, market and asset approaches, and why method selection depends on the facts.
What should I know about valuation for accounting and SFRS(I)?
Consider auditor review, Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (International), IFRS requirements and specialist communication.
How should AI be used in valuation?
Use AI as an assistant for research and workflow while preserving reliable data, judgement, review and accountability.
What other valuation questions are commonly asked?
Get practical answers on timing, reports, confidentiality, audited accounts, forecasts, minority interests and more.
What should I include in a valuation enquiry?
Use a concise seven-line message format, then copy it directly before approaching a valuation professional.
Open and copy the 7-line template
Prepare a useful enquiry
Seven lines that make an initial discussion productive
- Purpose: transaction, audit, tax, dispute or internal planning
- Target: company and ownership interest
- Business nature: industry, business model and locations
- Financials: approximate turnover, profit, total assets and net equity
- Valuation date or dates
- Deadline, if any, and the reason
- Reviewers, users and the purpose of their reliance
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This guide is informational. For a case-specific scope and fee, you may submit a concise enquiry to Valtech Valuation.