Buy a company or start a company from scratch?
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Among the most strategic decisions an entrepreneur can make, one stands out: buy an existing business or create one from scratch? Both alternatives have clear benefits, specific risks, and financial considerations that must be carefully valuated. …
No two similar companies are ever worth the same: why?
In the world of financial literacy, there is a truth that surprises many beginner investors: two companies that look identical in the same industry, of the same size, and of the same results rarely have the same value. At first glance, this may seem illogical. …
The truth about selling a business in 2026: What has changed in the buyers’ market
Selling a company in 2026 is no longer the same process as it was five or ten years ago. The buyers' market has been profoundly transformed, driven by new economic dynamics, increased demand for risk analysis and more sophisticated competition among investors. …
The impact of digitalization on the value of companies
Digitalization is no longer a trend, but a structural factor of competitiveness. In Portugal, the digital sector already represents a significant contribution to the economy, sustaining around 3 million jobs and generating 90 billion euros in gross value added, with a cross-cutting impact on all …
What difference between a good company and a good investment?
In the world of financial markets, there is an essential distinction that many investors tend to ignore: a good company is not necessarily a good investment, and a good investment does not always correspond to an exceptional company. This difference, subtle at first glance, is …
The strength of a rigorous valuation in the sale of the company
Preparing a company to be acquired is a process that requires method, transparency, and a clear strategic vision. However, there is one element that, although often underestimated, can determine the success or failure of the entire process: a rigorous valuation carried out by specialized professionals. …
Partial sale of shares: advantages and risks
The partial sale of shares is an increasingly common operation in the Portuguese business fabric, especially in small and medium-sized companies looking to grow, strengthen liquidity or prepare a generational transition. Although it is a simple mechanism in appearance, it involves strategic decisions that can …
Family Business Valuation: Challenges and Solutions
The valuation of family businesses is one of the most sensitive issues and, at the same time, decisive for the continuity of these businesses. In Portugal, where a significant part of the business fabric is based on family structures, understanding the true value of the …
Selling family businesses: how to manage expectations
The sale of a family business is almost always a moment loaded with meaning. It's not just a financial transaction: it involves identity, legacy, personal relationships, and often decades of hard work. Therefore, managing expectations (internal and external) becomes one of the most critical aspects …
How to prepare succession without losing value
To talk about succession is often to talk about the future. A future that we want to be peaceful, organized and fair for those closest to us. However, when the topic involves inheritance, emotions, and difficult decisions, it is natural for doubts and fears to …
