Some business owners may be considering donating corporate stock to charities in 2024. Donations of public stocks are generally easy to value because their prices are listed on public stock exchanges. But valuations of private business interests are typically more complicated. Here’s some guidance on how valuators determine the fair market value (FMV) of closely held business shares and why a formal valuation may be needed to support charitable contribution deductions for these gifts. Tax deductions Qualified charitable donations can help lower your taxable income as well as support worthwhile causes. However, not all donations are tax deductible. Individuals can deduct them only if they itemize. In addition, charitable contributions must be made to qualified organizations. Depending on the amount of your private stock donation, to claim the...