Valutico

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

In DCF analysis, the Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC), representing the average return required by all stakeholders, is commonly used as the discount rate. The discount rate must be carefully chosen to reflect unique company risks and characteristics, and also changes in economic conditions.

Discounted Cash Flow 52

Discounted Cash Flow Risk Premium Risk-free Rate Beta 52

Andrew Stolz

AUGUST 5, 2020

Definition of Capital Asset Pricing Model. It helps an investor understand what to expect to earn in relation to the risk-free rate and the market return. CAPM assumes that the minimum a rational investor would earn is the risk-free rate by buying the risk-free asset. The Capital Asset Pricing Model in Practice.

Risk-free Rate 52

Risk-free Rate Beta Weighted Average Cost of Capital Risk Premium 52

Equidam

APRIL 26, 2025

Valuation as a Process, Not Just a Number A common misconception is that startup valuation aims to pinpoint a single, definitive “right” number representing the company’s price. Due to the typically non-tradable nature of startup debt, We assume the Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) is equal to the cost of equity.

Discounted Cash Flow 59

Discounted Cash Flow Terminal Value Book Value Beta 59