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Corporate Development Deal Flow and Valuations in the 2023 Technology Private Markets

Ryan Klinefelter
2 min readJan 26, 2023

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Corporate development deal flow and valuations are constantly changing, especially regarding private technology markets. As we look toward the future of corporate development over the next few years, it’s essential to understand how deals will be structured and how valuations will shift. Let’s explore the 2023 technology private markets may look like for corporate development.

Valuation Methodologies

Valuation methodologies have become increasingly complex, with more data points and variables than ever. In 2023, it’s expected that there will be a greater focus on forecasting models, employing cash flow data, discounted cash flow analysis, market comparables, and company-specific metrics to arrive at a fair valuation. Moreover, investors are likely to place more emphasis on technical due diligence as well as financial due diligence when it comes to valuing a business.

Deal Flow Structures

As for deal flow structures, we expect them to become even more creative and tailored to specific corporate needs. For instance, companies may opt for convertible debt instruments that…

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Ryan Klinefelter
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