comps-analysis

Build comparable company analysis Excel models with valuation multiples and statistics.

Updated Jun 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/davpatel605-beep/hermusagent --skill comps-analysis-davpatel605-beep
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Skill: comps-analysis
Source: https://github.com/davpatel605-beep/hermusagent/tree/main/backend/vendor/hermes/optional-skills/finance/comps-analysis
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/davpatel605-beep/hermusagent --skill comps-analysis-davpatel605-beep

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps analysts create rigorous comparable company analyses by organizing financial metrics, valuation multiples, and peer benchmarking into transparent Excel models instead of manually assembling inconsistent spreadsheets.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Comparable Company Modeling: Build Excel-based peer analyses with operating metrics, valuation multiples, statistical summaries, and documented assumptions.
  • Financial Benchmarking: Compare companies using margins, growth rates, enterprise value multiples, and quartile statistics for investment decisions.
  • Use Case: Use this Skill when preparing valuation work for IPO pricing, M&A evaluation, sector benchmarking, or identifying valuation outliers across a peer group.

Quick Start

Use the comps-analysis skill to create a comparable company analysis workbook for the selected peer companies with sourced financial data and valuation metrics.

Frequently Asked Questions about comps-analysis

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I build a comparable company analysis model in Excel for valuation?

A comparable company analysis model organizes financial metrics, valuation multiples, and peer benchmarking into structured Excel workbooks with formula-driven calculations and documented assumptions. This generates transparent operating metrics, trading multiples, and statistical summaries for investment banking workflows.

What financial metrics are needed for peer benchmarking and sector comparisons?

Peer benchmarking requires operating metrics like margins and growth rates, alongside enterprise value multiples. This approach applies to sector comparisons and M&A analysis, using quartile statistics to identify valuation outliers across a selected peer group.

How do I create an Excel workbook with statistical analysis for IPO pricing?

Excel workbooks for IPO pricing use formula-driven calculations to compute valuation multiples and quartile statistics. The model applies institutional conventions, sourcing financial data to output transparent operating metrics required for evaluating public-company valuation.

Can I use openpyxl to generate comps analysis with institutional modeling conventions?

Generating comps analysis with openpyxl produces structured Excel workbooks applying institutional modeling conventions. The output includes documented assumptions, source documentation, and formula-driven calculations for rigorous financial valuation and peer benchmarking workflows.

What is the best way to document assumptions in a comparable company analysis?

Documenting assumptions in comparable company analysis involves embedding source documentation and statistical analysis directly within the Excel model. This ensures transparent financial modeling, capturing operating metrics and valuation multiples for M&A evaluation and investment research.

When should I use comparable company analysis instead of other valuation methods?

Use comparable company analysis for public-company valuation, IPO pricing, or sector benchmarking when you need to evaluate peer groups using trading multiples and operating metrics. It is ideal for identifying valuation outliers when peer financial data is available.