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AI-assisted indicative business valuation

A structured indicative business valuation, supported by AI

Hectelion has developed an indicative business valuation framework based on recognized methodologies and supported by artificial intelligence processes.

It provides an initial order of magnitude, without replacing a tailored professional valuation.

What issues does this solution address?

Preparing for a strategic transaction

Anticipating a sale, capital raise, succession or equity opening requires a coherent initial estimate of the company’s value before engaging in a formal process.

Decision support for executives and shareholders

Provide an objective financial reference to support key decisions related to growth, financing or capital reorganization.

Framework for discussions with financial counterparties

Establish a quantified and structured basis to initiate preliminary discussions with investors, financial institutions or potential partners.

Understanding value creation drivers

Identify the key economic and financial drivers influencing enterprise value through a structured and educational analysis.

Key benefits of the automated indicative valuation

Speed and simplicity

Receipt of a structured report within a short timeframe, without excessive involvement of internal teams.

Methodological consistency

Consistent application of recognized valuation methodologies, used in a standardized and reproducible manner.

Multi-approach perspective

Combination of multiple valuation methods to position the company within an economically coherent value range.

Content and scope of the indicative valuation

Generate the valuation
I

Indicative enterprise value estimate

The report provides an indicative range of enterprise value and equity value, presented clearly and visually, enabling a rapid and credible order of magnitude.

II

Immediately actionable executive summary

The opening pages deliver an immediate synthesis of key indicators (enterprise value, equity value, value per share), accessible without advanced financial expertise.

III

Recognized valuation methodologies

The report combines widely used valuation approaches, including practitioner methods, transaction and trading comparables, income-based valuation and discounted cash flow (DCF).

IV

Transparent and educational assumptions

Each methodology is explained, including key assumptions, limitations and economic rationale, allowing the client to understand how value is derived — not only the final outcome.

V

Clear framework for use of the report

The report explicitly states its indicative nature, the absence of personalized advice, and the limitations related to declarative data and automated processing.

VI

A structured basis for decision-making

The report serves as a structured preparation tool for discussions with investors, shareholders or banks, or for preliminary reflection ahead of a sale or capital raising.

AI-assisted and structured generation process

Step 1 – Financial data input

The executive enters key financial metrics through a secure and structured online form.

Step 2 – Automated AI processing

The data is integrated into an automated workflow based on standard financial models and artificial intelligence processes (n8n).

Step 3 – Delivery of the PDF report

A detailed indicative valuation report (over 15 pages) is automatically generated and delivered in PDF format.

Who is this solution designed for?

SME and mid-cap executives and founders

Shareholders and partners

Entrepreneurs considering strategic options

Companies preparing capital transactions

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Does this valuation have legal value?

No. It is an indicative and non-binding estimate.

Can it be used for a transaction?

No. It is intended solely as a preliminary reflection tool.

Are the data audited?

No. The analysis relies exclusively on information declared by the user.

Are the methodologies recognised?

Yes. The methodologies applied are commonly used in corporate finance.

Does artificial intelligence replace an expert?

No. It does not substitute a professional advisory engagement.

Why is a valuation range presented?

Enterprise value depends on assumptions and methodologies applied.

Is company-specific taxation taken into account?

No. Standardized tax assumptions are applied.

Is the report confidential?

Yes. The report is personal and strictly confidential.

Is this valuation sufficient for a capital raise?

No. A detailed and tailored valuation is required.

What is the logical next step after this valuation?

Engaging a full valuation or strategic advisory mandate.

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