Plant and machinery valuation refer to finding the market value of all plant and machinery assets used in manufacturing and distributing goods and services by a business. Businesses are constantly using plants and machinery. Therefore, a business needs to determine the price and establish a value to these fixed assets regularly.

Plant and machinery valuation is a tedious job and must be performed by a well-qualified appraiser or valuer since it has a lot of variables. Valuation methods are chosen based on the purpose of the valuation. For example, if the purpose of a valuation is to find the value received when an asset is sold in the open market, then the market approach to valuation will be used. 

Approach to plant and machinery valuation

The market approach, cost approach, and income approach to valuation are applied to determine the value of plants and machinery. The approach to valuation is chosen after defining the purpose of valuation. However, the market approach to valuation, depreciated replacement cost method or a combination of the two are commonly used to determine the value of such assets. 

Appraisers use the market approach of valuation to determine the market value of the assets in question by analyzing historical market transactions. On the other hand, the depreciated replacement cost method or cost approach to valuation calculates the current value of assets by estimating the cost of replacing the machine with a similar asset in the same condition. 

Purpose of plant and machinery valuation

Plant and machinery valuation is used to establish the value and determine the price of fixed assets. Plant and machinery valuation is performed for the following purposes- 

• Financial Reporting- Documenting the fair value of your business’s tangible assets is essential because investors like to be informed about their investment in the business’s property, plant, and machinery. Valuation is important to discern the deprecation charges and impairment losses. 
• Financing- Plant and machinery valuation is important if your business requires external funding and financing. Valuation is also useful to bring in more machinery whenever a need for one is required. 
• Buying and selling machinery- Valuation is necessary to decide the right time to buy and sell machinery. 
• Estimating the life of the machinery- Valuation of machinery is important to estimate the remaining useful life of machinery. It is useful to ascertain when and if the machinery requires repair or when it should be replaced. Valuation of machinery helps the business ascertain the efficiency of the machinery.   
• Regulation of risks- Valuation of plants and machinery is performed to regulate any risks attached to your business’s operations. It ascertains all possible threats that could threaten the efficient functioning of your business. 

Importance of plant and machinery valuatio

Plant and machinery valuation is significant for a business in the following ways- 

• This type of valuation allows a business to determine any potential risks to its business. Valuation of plant and machinery is beneficial for a business from a financial and logistical point of view. It helps a business prepare for any risks. 
• Valuation of plant and machinery is beneficial for investors and stakeholders of a business who wish to acquire plant and machinery. Stakeholders can make an educated and informed decision while investing in any plant or machinery, as the valuation presents a rough estimate of the fair value of such assets. 
• Similarly, suppose your business wishes to sell some or all of its assets. In that case, they need to determine the estimated asset price based on current market conditions, the state of the machinery itself, and recent supply and demand. 
• Plant and machinery valuation is important to ascertain the collateral value of the asset in exchange for newer machinery. 
• Valuation of plant and machinery also benefits the business as it helps comply with legal and regulatory requirements. The value of assets determined by valuation is important for financial reporting and auditing. 
• This type of valuation helps ascertain the remaining lifespan of the machinery. Valuation ascertains how much the machinery has depreciated in value and how much longer it will be able to perform its function. 
• Valuation of plant and machinery is useful for businesses as it ascertains if they need new machinery for better efficiency. It is also important for businesses if they require financing for said newer machinery.  
• Plants and machinery are long-term investments. Therefore, it is useful to perform a valuation as it verifies the asset before buying it.

What can you expect from Especia’s Plant and Machinery Valuation Services?

Especia is one of the leading accounting and valuation service providers in India today. We have a team of expert chartered accountants and financial managers who undertake and perform plant and machinery valuation services amongst many business valuation services. 

To comply with legal and regulatory requirements, Especia uses discounted cash flow method, leverage buyout method, fair market value method, net asset value method, amongst other business valuation methods. 

 Companies often bring in third-party valuation experts to perform valuation because their reports are unbiased and offer other valuable insights that help improve business operations. Especia's team of advisors offers insights and expertise and has an industry-specific approach to performing a valuation. 

Why Especia’s plant and machinery valuation services?

Especia has accomplished over 250 valuations for various deals and is currently India's leading valuation and accounting firm in India. Our team of experienced, well-qualified, and trained chartered accountants and financial professionals develops a comprehensive industry-specific valuation approach. 

Especia’s plant and machinery valuation services provide accurate results and reports for financial reporting, comply with legal and tax regulations, and better internal decision-making. Our team strives to provide astute expertise on financial and valuation matters. 

Valuation is beneficial for a business in many ways. It helps a business comply with tax and legal rules and regulations, aids in the procurement of funds, is necessary for sale and purchase, and aids well-informed decision making.