Analysis & insights
Independent commentary on M&A, asset management, and IT consulting from the Intecracy Ventures team.
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The Evolving Role of Supervisory Boards in Safeguarding Tech Asset Value Post-M&A
Supervisory boards face increasing pressure to actively preserve and enhance tech asset value after M&A. This requires a shift from traditional oversight to proactive engagement with post-acquisition integration and strategic…
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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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Navigating earn-outs in European B2B SaaS M&A: a CFO’s guide to risk mitigation
In 2023, 42% of European B2B SaaS M&A transactions included an earn-out component, reflecting a market trend towards bridging valuation gaps and mitigating buyer risk. This guide provides CFOs with…
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Strategic partners as capital sources: Beyond traditional funds
While traditional investment funds remain a primary capital source, strategic partners offer a distinct alternative, often providing not just funding but also market access, operational synergies, and a clearer exit…
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The rise of AI-driven earn-outs in European SaaS M&A
AI's integration into SaaS M&A is increasingly manifesting through earn-out structures, particularly in Europe, where buyers leverage future AI-driven performance to mitigate valuation risk. This trend impacts deal structuring, valuation…
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Navigating the shifting landscape of SaaS valuation multiples in a post-AI boom market
SaaS valuation multiples have seen significant recalibration post-AI boom, with average public SaaS enterprise value to NTM revenue multiples declining from 10.6x in late 2021 to 5.7x by early 2024.…
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Navigating the valuation arbitrage between ARR and EBITDA multiples in mid-market SaaS
The divergence in how Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) and EBITDA multiples are applied to mid-market SaaS valuations presents a critical arbitrage opportunity and risk for shareholders and investors. Understanding this…
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