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VALUATION DIAGNOSTIC
Independent Asset Managers

Specific market analysis for Independent Asset Managers companies based in Lausanne.

Pro-Forma Valuation

Market demand in Lausanne for Independent Asset Managers assets remains strong.

KEY DRIVER

"FINIG licensing moat; scarcity of 'regulatory-ready' platforms; cost-income ratio efficiency <60%."

Local Multiples (Est.)

4.5 - 6.0x Statutory

Valuation Impact by Size (DACH 2025)

Size BucketMultiple RangeImpact
Micro (< CHF 1M EBITDA)2.6x - 3.6x-33.3%
Small (CHF 1M - 2M EBITDA)3.7x - 4.9x-6.7%
Transition (CHF 2M - 5M EBITDA)4.5x - 6.0x+11.1%
Lower Mid-Market (CHF 5M - 10M EBITDA)6.1x - 8.2x+33.3%
Mid-Market (> CHF 10M EBITDA)7.7x - 10.4x+66.7%

Source: NIMBO, Dealsuite, KPMG, SECA, Practitioner Interviews // Niche Baseline: 5.25x

Independent Asset Managers Market in Lausanne

Lausanne — known for its Olympic Capital legacy — represents a significant market for Independent Asset Managers companies in Switzerland. The local business environment is shaped by the canton's economic profile, offering distinct opportunities for both buyers and sellers in this niche.

Current EBITDA multiples for Independent Asset Managers businesses range from 4.5 - 6.0x (statutory) to 5.0 - 8.0x (deal), reflecting a moderate arbitrage opportunity. The sector trend is rising, driven by: FINIG licensing moat; scarcity of 'regulatory-ready' platforms; cost-income ratio efficiency <60%. This positions Lausanne as a notable market within the broader Financial Services & Advisory sector.

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