Business Valuation Services

Understanding what your business is worth is essential when making decisions such as selling a business, acquiring a company, raising investment, planning succession or resolving shareholder matters. An independent valuation provides the clarity and confidence needed to make informed decisions.

Our Corporate Finance Advisory team delivers independent, evidence-based business valuations tailored to your specific circumstances. Combining financial analysis, sector expertise and real transaction experience, we provide practical and commercially focused valuations that reflect the true drivers of value in your business.

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When Do You Need a Business Valuation?

Businesses require valuations for many different reasons. While a valuation may result in a single figure or value range, the purpose behind it often shapes the approach, analysis and reporting required.

  • Selling, buying or investing in a business
  • Succession planning, MBOs and EOTs
  • Shareholder transactions
  • Tax and HMRC matters
  • Financial reporting and strategic decisions

How We Value Your Business

Earnings-Based Valuation

Values a business based on its maintainable profits, typically using EBITDA and an appropriate market multiple. Often the preferred approach for established SME businesses.

Market-Based Valuation

Compares your business to similar companies that have been bought or sold. This helps benchmark the value against current market activity.

Discounted Cash Flow (DCF)

Assesses value based on future expected cash flows and growth potential. Commonly used for larger or high-growth businesses.

Asset-Based Valuation

Focuses on the value of a company’s assets and liabilities. Often used for asset-rich businesses, property companies and specific legal or tax purposes.

Independent Valuation Review

We analyse financial performance, market conditions and business-specific factors to provide an objective and evidence-based assessment of value.

Tailored Valuation Reports

Every valuation is prepared around your specific objectives, whether for a transaction, succession plan, shareholder matter or strategic decision-making.

Our Business Valuation Process

1. Discovery & Objectives

We start by understanding the purpose of the valuation, your objectives and the key factors influencing the assignment.

2. Information Review

We analyse financial accounts, management information, forecasts, ownership structures and other relevant business data.

3. Valuation Analysis

We apply the most appropriate valuation methodologies and benchmark findings against market evidence and trends.

4. Reporting & Recommendations

We provide a clear, practical report, robust valuation and tailored recommendations where required.

Business Valuation Expertise Across Multiple Sectors

Our Corporate Finance team works with businesses across a broad range of sectors, giving us valuable insight into the market dynamics, valuations and transaction activity affecting different industries.

Key sectors include:

Our sector knowledge helps us understand the drivers that impact value, from recurring revenue models and customer concentration to regulatory requirements, growth opportunities and market conditions.

Download our How to Value a Business Guide

For a detailed explanation of valuation methodologies, earnings multiples and the factors that influence business value, read our full guide.
Guide: How to Value a Business

Why Choose Henderson Loggie for Business Valuations?

Our business valuations are delivered by experienced corporate finance advisers who regularly support business sales, acquisitions, fundraising and ownership transitions. Drawing on real transaction experience across Scotland and the UK, we provide independent, evidence-based valuations that reflect current market conditions and commercial realities.

We work with businesses across a wide range of sectors and tailor our advice and reporting to your specific requirements. With offices in Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh and Glasgow, we combine local knowledge with national expertise to deliver clear, practical valuation advice.

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Trusted by Business Owners Across Scotland

Henderson Loggie came highly recommended due to their experience of supporting clients through the sale process, their market reach, and their can-do approach.

We were delighted with the support we received from the corporate finance team; their willingness to jump on a call and answer any questions was much appreciated. We were very pleased with the outcome and very much look forward to working with the team at Arrow to take the business to the next level.

Bruce Buchan, Co-Founder

Bruhan

The support we received from Rod and the Henderson Loggie team throughout the sale process was outstanding, combining attention to detail with the foresight needed to navigate a complex transaction. Their guidance gave us confidence throughout the process, helping us evaluate opportunities, address challenges and ultimately achieve a successful outcome.

We were delighted with the result and very much look forward to working with the SysGroup team as we take the business into its next phase of growth.

Paul Sullivan, Co-Founder

Truststream Security Solutions

The support and advice Sigfrid and I received from Henderson Loggie were integral to getting the deal over the line. We are tremendously confident in the opportunity we have in front of us at Alba Gaskets and the relationship we have developed with Henderson Loggie.

I have no doubt this will aid in the delivery of this. Thanks to the Corporate Finance team, we felt we were as prepared as we could be for the deal closing and look forward to working with them in the coming years.

Gavin Sim, Managing Director

Alba Gaskets

The Corporate Finance team at Henderson Loggie were given a complex brief and delivered it beyond expectations. A huge amount of detail helped support the delivery and offered valuable insight, which has had a positive impact on the business for the future.

We would highly recommend them to other colleagues in the industry.

Sam Weatherstone, CEO

Esk

It felt right that the employees who have contributed to the success of Dot Surveying should own the future of the company. Employee ownership reflects our partnership approach to doing business, and Henderson Loggie’s advice throughout the transition was invaluable from a process, structuring, accounting and funding perspective.

Tom Gallivan, Founder

Dot Surveying

The service we receive at ETZ Ltd from Gregor and Robin at Henderson Loggie is of a high standard, on time and gives a level of independence to our process.

They also provide us with ideas on how to improve our approach to financial due diligence.

Freda Miller, Senior Supply Chain Manager

ETZ Ltd

Meet our Business Valuation Team

Rod Mathers

Rod Mathers

Partner

I lead Henderson Loggie’s Corporate Finance Advisory team, advising business owners, management teams and investors on buying a business, selling a business and raising capital. Over the course of my career, I have helped clients…
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Gregor Miller

Gregor Miller

Manager

I joined the Henderson Loggie Edinburgh office as a Corporate Finance Manager in 2024. Prior to joining, I completed Chartered Accountancy training within a Big 4 accountancy practice and latterly worked for a boutique Corporate…
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Robin Denissen-McIntosh

Robin Denissen-McIntosh

Manager

I work closely with owner-managed businesses across Scotland, helping them prepare for and successfully deliver business acquisitions, business sales, fundraising transactions and business valuations. I enjoy supporting clients through complex transactions and helping them make informed decisions at every stage…
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Conor Adamson

Conor Adamson

Manager

I advise ambitious and growing businesses on raising capital, acquisitions, disposals, business valuations and wider strategic financial decisions. Working within Henderson Loggie’s Corporate Finance Advisory team, I support business owners, management teams and investors throughout the transaction lifecycle, from initial planning through to successful completion.  Recent mandates include MyWay Digital Health on its £3.0m growth…
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