Precedent Transactions (M&A Comps) · Interview Question
Do Precedents result in higher or lower value than Comps?
How to answer
Higher. Precedent Transactions generally result in higher values than Public Comps because they include a Control Premium — the extra amount an acquirer pays to gain full control of the target company (typically 20-40% above the current share price).
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