The First Metrics I Study When Looking at a Potential Acquisition
When I evaluate a potential acquisition, I don’t start with lofty projections—I start with the fundamentals. Cash flow, margins, customer concentration, and recurring revenue are the first numbers I study to see if a business is healthy or hiding risks. In this article, I share why these metrics matter most, how I interpret them, and how they guide my acquisition decisions.
October 25, 20254 min read