Abstract:Scientific and reasonable valuation of technology-based small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is conducive to their healthy development by facilitating capital raising. However, the accuracy and applicability of traditional valuation methods are subject to considerations. In view of this, utilizing literature analysis and keyword extraction methods, this study initially extracts valuation indicators for technology-based SMEs from relevant literature. Through the Delphi method, key indicators that can reflect the core capabilities of technology-based SMEs are selected. Furthermore, a lightweight convolutional neural network (TecNet) architecture is designed. Based on big data training, a valuation model suitable for technology-based SMEs is constructed. Finally, using a sample of 10 enterprises, the relative errors between predicted and actual values for the years 2017-2021 are subjected to fitting analysis and sensitivity analysis to validate the effectiveness of the valuation model. The results show that the fitted curve of the model's predictions closely matches the true values, with an average relative error of 3.43%. Additionally, 90% of the sample's relative errors are within 10%, indicating the scientific validity of the TecNet model. When key indicators are increased by 5%, the proportions of master's and above degrees, research and development investment to operating income ratio, and the number of patents have the highest impact on valuation results, at 16.51%, 16.10%, and 11.87% respectively. This demonstrates that the value of technology-based SMEs is most sensitive to these three indicators. Therefore, the development of technology-based SMEs should focus on their key indicators, optimize employee education levels, increase research and development investment, and continue to enhance technological innovation.