SaaS
Software-as-a-Service as a business model: valuation, metrics, M&A in European SaaS.
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Founder Buyout Structures in European SaaS: When They Make Sense
Private SaaS multiples have compressed materially from their late-2021 peak, reshaping deal structures and making founder buyouts a more relevant option for specific scenarios. This analysis explores the strategic utility…
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Why SaaS ARR Multiples Are Diverging From EBITDA Multiples in 2026
The SaaS market is experiencing a notable divergence between ARR and EBITDA multiples, driven by shifts in capital allocation and investor focus on sustainable growth. This trend necessitates a refined…
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The rise of earn-outs in European SaaS M&A: implications for sellers in 2026
Earn-outs are becoming a dominant feature in European SaaS M&A, driven by market uncertainty and valuation gaps. This shift significantly impacts deal structures, risk allocation, and the ultimate capital realization…
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SaaS enterprise value multiples: navigating shifts from EV/Revenue to EV/EBITDA in 2026
The SaaS valuation landscape is shifting, with a projected move from revenue-based multiples to EBITDA-based metrics by 2026. This transition reflects increased market maturity and a focus on profitability, impacting…
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Where capital flows in European B2B SaaS in 2026
European B2B SaaS is experiencing a recalibration, with capital increasingly favoring profitability and sustainable growth over hyper-growth at any cost. This shift impacts valuations, deal structures, and the strategic positioning…
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