Discount Rate Analysis
The assessment of an accurate discount rate is a crucial element in any reliable assessment of lost profits or properly performed Discounted Cash Flow valuation. RDA can advise on the appropriate discount rate to adopt.
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Recent Discount Rate Analysis Cases
ST v AR [2025] EWFC 4
Jointly appointed expert where my written evidence was accepted, unchallenged by the Court and both Parties.
Expert advice in respect of applicable discounts in real estate holding company, UK High Court
Instructed by respondent husband to provide advice on the applicability and quantum of valuation discounts for interests in family held real estate investment businesses.
Expert advice on valuation issues relating to large energy retailer, Arbitration
Party appointed expert instructed to advise on valuation issues relating to a large UK 'Challenger' energy retailer. Consideration was also given to appropriate discounts in circumstances where there were annual share buybacks.
Expert appointment to consider the value of a vertically integrated group of energy companies with both generation and retail operations, UK High Court
Party appointed expert instructed to value a large, integrated group of energy companies with generation and retail operations. Specific consideration was given to the appropriate discount rate (beta) and the correct approach by which cash flows should be discounted.
Party appointed expert instructed to provide support and advice to husband's legal team in contested proceedings, UK High Court
Appointed on behalf of the respondent husband to assist with the valuation of a large group of software companies. Specific challenges were required to the instructed SJE as well as identifying significant, major errors in their work.
Vince v Vince [2024] EWFC 289
Party appointed expert in case where the expert evidence was cited by Cusworth J for narrowing and agreeing outstanding issues.