Valuation Methodology Survey

PwC's Valuation Methodology Survey Africa provides technical valuation insights

We’re excited to announce that the 11th edition of our biennial PwC Valuation Methodology Survey App is now live!

This release brings fresh insights and relevant updates, focusing on the technical inputs required to perform valuations and contributing to a collective dataset that reflects current market practices.

To support users in navigating emerging conversations in an ever-evolving landscape, this edition includes updated perspectives on how valuation practitioners in Africa are addressing key topics such as:

Risk-free rates and market risk premiums currently used in cost of equity calculations including:
• Adjustments to the cost of capital for small company and specific risks
• Marketability and minority discounts
• B-BBEE lock-in discounts

In the context of renewable energy and infrastructure valuations, this edition provides further insights into:
• Market risk premiums and IRR expectations across infrastructure asset classes
• Project-specific risk premiums used in cost of capital calculations
• Valuation considerations in respect of extending renewable energy asset lifespans beyond contractual terms

App features include:
• Interactive graphs and expert commentary
• Offline access and bookmarking
• Enhanced search and navigation
• Social media login integration

We invite you to explore the app and share your feedback, which helps us shape future editions and continue supporting valuation excellence across the continent.