The International Brand Valuation Manual is a detailed and extensive review of the main brand valuation models. The book reveals the state of the art in the field of brand valuation and coherently relates major trends in the theory and practice of brand valuation. This “one-stop” source is for valuation professionals as well as financial and marketing specialists who need to have an understanding of the principal valuation methods. Salinas also analyses the respective efficacy, advantages, disadvantages, and prospects for the future for each method. The book: - Provides a thorough overview of all the tools available for the brand valuation practitioner. - Offers an informed view on which methodologies are most suitable for different types of applications, and explains why. - Acts as an all-in-one source of reference for specialists who advise clients on which methodology to employ, or who are considering adopting one themselves. - Features case studies and examples from Guinness, PwC, Rolls-Royce, Santander, Shell, Telefonica, Unilever, BMW, Hanson Trust, Cadbury-Schweppes, Kellogg, Coco-Cola, Mercedes, Rolex, among others. Gabriella Salinas is the Global Brand Manager at Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, Madrid, Spain.

In the new economy where value drivers are shifting from tangible to intangibles resources, brands are the most familiar asset. They are well known by consumers, perceived as a critical component of enterprise value and often motivate large mergers and acquisitions. Yet, brands are a complex intangible asset, and their valuation is a difficult task requiring a variety of expertise: legal, economic, financial, sector-specific and marketing. Using rigorous methodologies, an analysis of the world of the new economy and an inquiry into the limits of modern valuation technics, this book offers empirical and theoretical background to the key issue of brand valuation. It provides answers to the many questions that arise when attempting to value a brand: How to understand the origin of brand value? How to assess its value objectively? Why valuations of some brands by consulting firms differ so widely? How to understand that some brands are valued millions of euros when the companies that own them are losing money? Brand Valuation explains the economics and finance factors explaining the value and volatility of brands and presents the most commonly used methodologies to value brands such as the cost methods, the excess earnings approach, the relief-from-royalty method or the excess revenue approach. The methodologies covered are illustrated with numerous examples allowing the reader to grasp the advantages and limits of each valuation techniques. The book presents the relevant context of brand valuation including the applicable existing accounting and valuation standards and also discusses the models developed by consulting firms.

In the new economy where value drivers are shifting from tangible to intangibles resources, brands are the most familiar asset. They are well known by consumers, perceived as a critical component of enterprise value and often motivate large mergers and acquisitions. Yet, brands are a complex intangible asset, and their valuation is a difficult task requiring a variety of expertise: legal, economic, financial, sector-specific and marketing. Using rigorous methodologies, an analysis of the world of the new economy and an inquiry into the limits of modern valuation technics, this book offers empirical and theoretical background to the key issue of brand valuation. It provides answers to the many questions that arise when attempting to value a brand: How to understand the origin of brand value? How to assess its value objectively? Why valuations of some brands by consulting firms differ so widely? How to understand that some brands are valued millions of euros when the companies that own them are losing money? Brand Valuation explains the economics and finance factors explaining the value and volatility of brands and presents the most commonly used methodologies to value brands such as the cost methods, the excess earnings approach, the relief-from-royalty method or the excess revenue approach. The methodologies covered are illustrated with numerous examples allowing the reader to grasp the advantages and limits of each valuation techniques. The book presents the relevant context of brand valuation including the applicable existing accounting and valuation standards and also discusses the models developed by consulting firms.

A practical and useful resource for valuing trademarks The Second Edition of Trademark Valuation is a fresh presentation of basic valuation principles, together with important recent changes in worldwide financial reporting regulations and an update on the current worldwide legal conditions and litigation situation as they relate to trademarks. A new section discussing issues surrounding valuation of counterfeits and the economic effects of trademark counterfeiting is included in this informative Second Edition. Considers methods to determine the real value of your trademark and exploit its full potential Offers dozens of case studies that illustrate how to apply valuation methods and strategies to real-world situations Communicates complex legal and financial concepts, terms, principles, and practices in plain English Discusses GATT, NAFTA, emerging markets, and other international trademark considerations

Inhaltsangabe:Abstract: In today s highly competitive business environment, companies have recognised the increasing importance of brands as one of their most important assets. However, now the discussion is how to measure the value of such an important asset and what makes this valuation important. The purpose of this thesis is the critical comparison between two well-known brand valuation methods in order to choose the one that reflects the monetary value of a brand best possible. For this purpose, the methods are first analysed in relation to their compliance with the requirements for brand valuation methods. Secondly, the extent to which the methods can be applied for the different valuation purposes is also analysed. The two selected methods are the Interbrand model (from Interbrand Zintzmeyer & Lux) and the Brand Equity Evaluator model (from BBDO Consulting). Inhaltsverzeichnis:Table of Contents: List of AbbreviationsIV List of FiguresV List of TablesVI 1.Introduction1 1.1Background1 1.2Purpose and Structure of the Thesis3 2.Foundation of Brand Valuation6 2.1Importance and Definition of Brand6 2.1.1Importance of Brand6 2.1.2Brand Definition8 2.1.3Brands as Intangible Assets and Generators of Value11 2.2Definition of Brand Value14 2.2.1Financial Approach15 2.2.2Behavioural Approach17 2.2.3Combined financial/behavioural Approach19 3.Selection of the Comparison Criteria for Brand Valuation Methods21 3.1Requirements for Brand Valuation Methods22 3.1.1Methodical Requirements22 3.1.2Covering Content Requirements23 3.1.3Relevance of Result Requirements24 3.2Scopes of Application of Brand Valuation26 3.2.1Internal Scope of Application27 3.2.2External Scope of Application30 4.Methods for Assessing the Brand Value37 4.1Classification of the Methods38 4.1.1Financial-oriented Methods39 4.1.2Behavioural-oriented Methods41 4.1.3Combined financial/behavioural Methods42 4.2Theoretical and Methodological Description of the Methods43 4.2.1Interbrand Brand Value Approach (from Interbrand Zintzmeyer & Lux)43 4.2.1.1Theoretical Foundation44 4.2.1.2Methodological Description46 4.2.2Brand Equity Evaluator Approach (from BBDO)51 4.2.2.1Theoretical Foundation52 4.2.2.2Methodological Description54 5.Critical Comparison of the Interbrand Model and the Brand Equity Evaluator Model59 5.1Contrast of the Theory and Methodology of the Valuation Models59 5.2Compliance with the Requirements for Brand Valuation Methods62 5.2.1Interbrand [...]

In today's highly competitive business environment, companies have recognised the increasing importance of brands as one of their most important assets. However, now the discussion is how to measure the value of such an important asset and what makes this valuation important.The purpose of this thesis is the critical comparison between two well-known brand valuation methods in order to choose the one that reflects the monetary value of a brand best possible. For this purpose, the methods are first analysed in relation to their compliance with the requirements for brand valuation methods. Secondly, the extent to which the methods can be applied for the different valuation purposes is also analysed. The two selected methods are the Interbrand model (from Interbrand Zintzmeyer & Lux) and the Brand Equity Evaluator model (from BBDO Consulting).