Marketability discounts for controlling interests?

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Abstract: Discounts for lack of marketability are well established when valuing minority interests in closely held businesses, but using marketability discounts for controlling interests is controversial. This article discusses the arguments made by both proponents and critics, and notes that, if a marketability discount for a controlling interest is an issue, it’s important to work with a valuation expert to be prepared to support or, if appropriate, challenge application of the discount.