How to simulate "future market consolidation opportunities" in a DCF?

Hi,

I am valuing a capitalization for a company with a 5-year projected DCF.

There are mergers (market consolidation) with competitors that are likely to occur in the future for the company that will increase the profitability of the company significantly. How can I capture such "potential upside scenarios" with a DCF valuation?

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