TRANSACTION SERVICES
Data-led catalogue valuations and due diligence
WHAT WE DO
Strategic insight for complex transactions
We support buyers, sellers, and financiers across the deal spectrum, from artists and managers to funds and banks.
Our team provides robust valuations, financial modelling, and insightful due diligence to empower negotiations and maximise deal outcomes.
Our team provides robust valuations, financial modelling, and insightful due diligence to empower negotiations and maximise deal outcomes.
CAPABILITIES
Full transaction lifecycle support from entry to exit
Royalty due diligence and valuation of new targets
Forecasting, scenario modelling and Investment Committee memo preparation
Bespoke advice tailored to each client’s objectives
CASE STUDY
Complex data-driven label valuation
When time-sensitive transactions depend on accurate, data-driven valuations, delays or inconsistencies can put both financing and sale processes at risk.
In this case, we were engaged at short notice to take control of a complex, large-scale label valuation - bringing speed, precision, and clarity to the data while ensuring stakeholders had the confidence and insight needed to move forward.
In this case, we were engaged at short notice to take control of a complex, large-scale label valuation - bringing speed, precision, and clarity to the data while ensuring stakeholders had the confidence and insight needed to move forward.
CHALLENGE
Time pressure and data complexity
The manager of a portfolio of dozens of acquired independent labels faced an urgent gap when their previous valuation provider withdrew shortly before a critical reporting deadline.
With tens of millions of royalty lines to process and complex DSP relationships, they expected the data preparation alone to take over a month, risking delays to both lender reporting and active sale processes.
With tens of millions of royalty lines to process and complex DSP relationships, they expected the data preparation alone to take over a month, risking delays to both lender reporting and active sale processes.
SOLUTION
Rapid execution, data-led valuation
Stepping in at short notice Y Royalties took full control of the valuation and data workflow.
Using proprietary analytics framework, the client’s complete royalty history was ingested and processed within days, achieving a level of precision and speed far beyond their internal capability.
Scenario analysis and a repeatable process for future valuations and lender submissions were also established.
Using proprietary analytics framework, the client’s complete royalty history was ingested and processed within days, achieving a level of precision and speed far beyond their internal capability.
Scenario analysis and a repeatable process for future valuations and lender submissions were also established.
RESULTS
Delivered on time, with enhanced insight
All valuations were delivered ahead of schedule, meeting lender requirements and providing the client with enhanced insights to support ongoing sale negotiations.
The Y Royalties analysis also identified key inconsistencies in prior valuations and presented a clear, data-backed bridge to the revised results - demonstrating the value of a rigorous, technology-led approach to catalogue valuation.
The Y Royalties analysis also identified key inconsistencies in prior valuations and presented a clear, data-backed bridge to the revised results - demonstrating the value of a rigorous, technology-led approach to catalogue valuation.
MEET THE TEAM
Decades of experience, united by one mission.
Y Royalties is guided by leaders who bring deep expertise across music, finance, and operations, ensuring we deliver innovation, integrity, and impact across everything we do.
Alex Bowler
Director, Transaction Services
Alex Bowler leads Transaction Services at Y Royalties, specialising in valuing global music IP and advising on catalogue and business acquisitions. With prior experience at Alvarez & Marsal, and EY, he brings a decade of valuation and transaction advisory expertise.
His work combines analytical precision with a passion for music and a commitment to transparency in a fast-evolving asset class. Alex brings a fresh perspective to music valuations, applying robust financial methods to help clients make informed, confident decisions.
His work combines analytical precision with a passion for music and a commitment to transparency in a fast-evolving asset class. Alex brings a fresh perspective to music valuations, applying robust financial methods to help clients make informed, confident decisions.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Catalogue Valuation
Music IP Valuation
Transaction Advisory
Financial Modelling
Deal Structuring
Acquisition Strategy
Deal Negotiation
Ready to unlock the full value of your data?
Whether you need a full data room audit, bespoke analytics dashboard, or an automated reporting pipeline, our team is ready to help.
Let's start the conversation.
Let's start the conversation.
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Registered in England and Wales. Company Number: 13792346
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7291 1690026
© 2026 Y Royalties Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
Registered in England and Wales. Company Number: 13792346
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7291 1690026
© 2026 Y Royalties Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
