Average Print Shop Valuations

A column that I have written for the August issue of Quick Printing magazine contains a discussion of recent print shop valuations I have conducted in the industry. I have prepared approximately 34 valuations in the past 18 months, the vast majority of which were done with the intention of listing the business for sale.

To date, only two of those firms have actually sold, clearly indicating how soft the market really is. An additional two firms have received "letters of intent" through either brokers or franchisors but it could be months before we find out what if anything has transpired.

Note the shocking range in valuations. This data speaks for itself. If you would like more information on valuing printing firms, you might consider visiting: http://www.printshopsforsale.net/.