M&a Science

Allan Marks, Global Project, Energy & Infrastructure Partner at Milbank M&A valuation isn’t just about looking at the numbers. There are a lot of different factors that affect and contribute to the volatility of the M&A market.  In this episode of the M&A Science Podcast, Allan Marks, Global Project, Energy & Infrastructure Partner at Milbank, discusses how business cycles affect M&A valuation. Things you will learn: • What is a business cycle • What is a credit cycle • How business cycle impact M&A valuation • Common Mistake during M&A valuation • Importance of culture in M&A This episode is sponsored by the DealRoom Ready to take your M&A to the next level with software made to manage each stage of the deal process? See how DealRoom can facilitate your next deal at dealroom.net. Episode Timestamps 00:00 Intro 11:00 What is a business cycle 12:41 What is a credit cycle 16:59 Cycle’s impact on energy sector 19:09 How business cycle impact M&A valuation 22:36 Industr