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Business Valuation Services
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Business Valuation Services Global Overview
Definition
Summary
Business valuation firms, also known as appraisers, estimate the economic value of a company or a share of interests in a company. The valuation determines the appropriate amount of money an entity should be willing to pay or accept to initiate the sale of a company. Business valuation services are typically performed by certified public accountants (CPAs). Key buyers of business valuation services are professional services firms, manufacturers, and retailers.
This Report Includes:
- Business Appraisal
- Financial Statement Analysis
Not in this Report:
- Real Estate Appraisal Services
- Initial Public Offerings (IPO) Consulting Services
- Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Consulting Services
- Shareholder Liquidations Consulting Services
- Corporate Transactions Consulting Services
Global Business Valuation Services Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 China | 175,870 |
| #2 Europe | 162,780 |
| #3 United States | 125,000 |
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Average Cost of Business Valuation Services
United States
2026 Market Pricing$85.71 to $X,XXX.XX
per hourAverage Price
Prices in the Business Valuation Services market range from $85.71 to $X,XXX.XX, depending on Type of Appraisal, Size of Business, Type of Vendor and Location. For example, lower prices are associated with Preliminary analyses ($86.00 to $286 per hour), Value studies ($86.00 to $286 per hour) and Basic valuations ($86.00 to $150 per hour), whereas higher prices are associated with Comprehensive appraisals ($215 to $1,020 per hour).
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Business Valuation Services Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Business Valuation Services market, prices in the US have grown 2.0% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more
United States (2022-2025)
United States (2025-2028)
Compound Annual Growth Rate
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Business Valuation Services
Total cost of ownership is Low in the Business Valuation Services market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs. For example, unforeseen costs in the form of Scope Changes may raise the total cost of ownership unexpectedly.
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Other Fees
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Travel
Unforeseen
Scope Changes
Hidden Fees
Emergencies
Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -0.3 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Availability of Substitutes. It is most negatively impacted by Recent Price Volatility. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Low, which has a positive impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
Tier Suppliers
- Computer & Packaged Software Wholesalers
- Office Stationery Wholesalers
- Cruise & Travel Agency Franchises
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Computer Manufacturers
- Office Stationery Manufacturers
- Hotels & Motels
- Car Rental Providers
Biggest Business Valuation Services Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest Business Valuation Services vendors by revenue in the US are Deerfield Duff & Phelps, Llc, RSM US LLP and Mercer Capital Management, Inc. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deerfield Duff & Phelps, Llc | Global | New York City, NY | 1,001-10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu | Global | London, UK | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| KPMG International Limited | Global | Amstelveen, NL | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Pricewaterhousecoopers Llp | Global | London, UK | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Jones Lang Lasalle Incorporated | Global | CHICAGO | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Bdo Usa, Llp | Global | US | < 5 | |||||
| Grant Thornton Llp | Global | London, UK | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Moss Adams LLP | National | Seattle, WA | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Fti Consulting, Inc. | Global | WASHINGTON, DC | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the Business Valuation Services market is 11.0% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Wages. The cost trend for this component is rising, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
Vendors are at low risk of bankruptcy as stable profit levels and positive demand trends have boosted suppliers' financial strength. This benefits buyers because it allows them to form long-term relationships with their providers.
There is low market share concentration for business valuation services as the top four operators account for less than 30.0% of total market revenue. Buyers have benefitted from high fragmentation due to strong price competition.
Suppliers are not as reliant on upstream suppliers as other markets, and as a result, both vendors' and buyers' operations are at low risk of disruption.
The United States is a net importer of computers, meaning it imports more computers than it exports. While lower manufacturing costs abroad drive down prices for imported computers, relying on imports can lead to potential shortages or price increases if there are supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical tensions, trade disputes, or global crises
Supplier Information
Deerfield Duff & Phelps, Llc
Kroll, LLC is a private company operating globally in the real estate & rental & leasing and professional, scientific & technical services sectors. The company's offerings include business valuation services, e-discovery consulting services and real estate appraisal services. Founded in 1972, the company Subscribe to learn more
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu is a private company operating globally in the mining, finance & insurance, professional, scientific & technical services, administration, business support and waste management services and educational services sectors. The company's offerings include oil & gas field consulting services,... Subscribe to learn more
KPMG International Limited
KPMG International Limited is a private company operating globally in the mining, finance & insurance, professional, scientific & technical services and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include oil & gas field consulting services, management consulting... Subscribe to learn more
Pricewaterhousecoopers Llp
Pricewaterhousecoopers Llp is a private company operating globally in the finance & insurance, professional, scientific & technical services, administration, business support and waste management services and educational services sectors. The company's offerings include management consulting services, environmental,... Subscribe to learn more
Bdo Usa, Llp
Bdo Usa, Llp is a private company operating globally in the professional, scientific & technical services and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include business valuation services, merger & acquisition consulting services, e-discovery consulting... Subscribe to learn more
CBIZ Inc.
CBIZ Inc. is a public company operating nationally in the information, real estate and rental and leasing and professional, scientific and technical services sectors. The company's offerings include tax preparation software, business valuation services, real estate appraisal services, tax accounting services... Subscribe to learn more
EY
EY is a private company operating globally in the mining, finance & insurance, professional, scientific & technical services and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include oil & gas field consulting services, management consulting services, environmental,... Subscribe to learn more
Fti Consulting, Inc.
Fti Consulting, Inc. is a public company operating globally in the mining, information, professional, scientific and technical services, administration, business support and waste management services and educational services sectors. The company's offerings include e-discovery software, oil & gas field consulting... Subscribe to learn more
Grant Thornton Llp
Grant Thornton Llp is a private company operating globally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include business valuation services, accounting services, tax accounting services and audit services. Founded in 1924, the company is currently headquartered in London,... Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the Business Valuation Services Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Billable Utilization and Employee Retention Rate. Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Termination and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Billable Utilization |
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Number of available hours Number of billable hours |
Billable utilization represents the number of hours spent on billable work rather than non-billable tasks. High billable utilization rates are beneficial to buyers due to faster delivery of projects and cost efficiency. |
| Employee Retention Rate |
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Number of employees at start of period Number of employees at end of period |
The employee retention rate represents the share of employees a company is able to retain over a set timeframe. The employee retention rate can be used to estimate a company’s costs associated with employee turnover. Companies with high employee retention may be more productive and efficient in delivering valuation projects. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Experience and Expertise
How long have you been in business?
How long have you valuated companies in my market?
Qualifications
Do your appraisers have industry credentials or certifications such as ABV or CVA?
Do your appraisers have financials or accounting credentials, such as a CFA or CPA?
Security
What steps do you take to ensure confidentiality?
Are you willing to sign a confidentiality agreement?
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Business Valuation Services RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should give an overview of their organization, including their industry, location(s), and type of ownership.
Buyers should describe their existing solutions and desired services.
Statement Of Need
Buyers should provide characteristics of the assets requiring valuation.
Buyers should outline the level of detail to be included in the valuation reports.
Project Budget
Vendors should include a fee schedule outlining rates for their reports.
Buyers should include the budget for the contract.
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