Andrew Stolz

AUGUST 5, 2020

The CAPM formula is used to calculate the cost of equity , which is crucial in the computation of the weighted average cost of capital (WACC). The Capital Asset Pricing Model in Practice. CAPM implies assumptions such as markets without transaction costs, taxes, etc. .

Risk-free Rate 52

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

Andrew Stolz

MAY 8, 2020

Quoted from Wall Street Oasis.com, it describes discounted cash flow (DCF) process by estimating the total value of all future cash flows (both inflow and outflow), and then discounting them (usually using Weighted Average Cost of Capital – WACC ) to find a present value of the cash flow.

Discounted Cash Flow 52

Discounted Cash Flow Weighted Average Cost of Capital Terminal Value Net Present Value 52

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. It is calculated by weighting the cost of equity and cost of debt based on their proportions in the capital structure.

Discounted Cash Flow 52

Discounted Cash Flow Risk Premium Risk-free Rate Beta 52

Valutico

AUGUST 30, 2023

Cost of Equity and Capital: The Terminal Growth Rate is used to calculate the cost of equity in the Dividend Discount Model (DDM) and the cost of capital in the Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) formula.

Terminal Value 98

Terminal Value Dividends Weighted Average Cost of Capital Discounted Cash Flow 98

Value Scope

JULY 21, 2020

Alpha is an adjustment made to the Capital Asset Pricing Model (“CAPM”) as part of the calculation of the Weighted Average Cost of Capital, or “WACC.” Using Alpha, however, it could be done. Alpha is unsystematic risk, unique to the firm undergoing valuation.

Intangible Assets 130

Intangible Assets Alpha Beta Unlevered Beta 130

Equilest

JUNE 16, 2023

The discount rate can be determined based on the cost of borrowing, the expected return on alternative investments, or the weighted average cost of capital (WACC) for a company. It reflects the risk associated with the investment or project. How do you determine the discount rate?

Discounted Cash Flow 40

Discounted Cash Flow Weighted Average Cost of Capital Business Valuation Marketability 40

Equilest

DECEMBER 3, 2022

Evaluating companies using the DCF (Discounted Cash Flow) method requires capitalizing the Free Cash Flows to the firm (FCFF) at the appropriate discount rate. - the weighted average cost of capital (WACC). .

EBIT 40

EBIT EBITDA Weighted Average Cost of Capital Discounted Cash Flow 40

Equidam

APRIL 26, 2025

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. We use an adjusted Beta that considers not just industry but also company stage, size, and profitability, drawing on research by Damodaran.

Discounted Cash Flow 59

Discounted Cash Flow Terminal Value Book Value Beta 59

Shuster & Co.

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Discounted cash flow analysis is an approach where the business’ cash flow is projected for the future and discounted back to today at the firm’s Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC). Discounted Cash Flow (DCF)/Income Valuation. It is considered less subjective than other valuation methods.

Discounted Cash Flow 52

Discounted Cash Flow Book Value Liquidation Value Weighted Average Cost of Capital 52

Equilest

AUGUST 4, 2022

In every valuation, it is necessary to examine various aspects of the valuation - which valuation method to use, what are the future growth rates of the business, what is the weighted average cost of capital, and more.

Weighted Average Cost of Capital 40

Weighted Average Cost of Capital Business Valuation 40

Andrew Stolz

MARCH 20, 2020

Weight average cost of capital (WACC) is a calculation of a firm’s cost of capital which includes all sources of capital such as common stocks, preferred stocks, and bonds. A firm uses a mix of equity and debt to minimize the cost of capital.

Beta 52

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

Equilest

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Peer Group Analysis Business Valuation Formula Utilize the formula: Value = (1/N) x SUM(Pi * Vi) As an illustration, if there are 5 companies in the group, with market capitalizations of $2 million, $3 million, $1 million, $4 million, and $5 million respectively, the value calculation for one of the companies would be: (1/5) x ($2m + $3m + $1m (..)

Business Valuation 40

Business Valuation Discounted Cash Flow Book Value Liquidation Value 40

RNC

OCTOBER 23, 2024

To apply DCF, you’ll need to forecast the company’s free cash flows for the future, discount them using the company’s weighted average cost of capital (WACC), and sum them up to determine the present value. It’s an intrinsic valuation method that focuses on the potential income a company will generate over time.

Precedent Transaction Analysis 40

Precedent Transaction Analysis Weighted Average Cost of Capital Price to Earnings Comparable Company Analysis 40

Valutico

MAY 6, 2024

This rate typically reflects the weighted average cost of capital (WACC) which accounts for the risk associated with the future cash flows and the capital structure of the company. These cash flows represent the net amount of cash that is expected to be received over the investment period.

Discounted Cash Flow 52

Discounted Cash Flow Precedent Transaction Analysis Weighted Average Cost of Capital Comparable Company Analysis 52

Valutico

OCTOBER 20, 2022

d is the discount rate (which is usually the weighted average cost of capital (WACC), r in our previous example). Often, the Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) is used*. . And you need three numbers to do this. . FCF n is the free cash flow in year n, being the last forecast period.

Discounted Cash Flow 52

Discounted Cash Flow Terminal Value Weighted Average Cost of Capital Net Present Value 52

Equilest

AUGUST 29, 2024

Explanation of the Sensitivity Analysis Table The sensitivity analysis table above illustrates how the value of a company's operating assets (also known as the value of the activity) can vary based on changes in two key variables: the cost of capital (WACC) and the permanent growth rate.

Business Valuation 40

Business Valuation Discounted Cash Flow Weighted Average Cost of Capital Marketability 40

Valutico

AUGUST 23, 2023

These cash flows typically include operating income, tax payments, and changes in working capital and capital expenditures. b) Determining the Discount Rate: The discount rate, often the weighted average cost of capital (WACC), reflects the risk associated with the company’s cash flows.

Discounted Cash Flow 52

Discounted Cash Flow Comparable Company Analysis EBITDA Enterprise Value 52

Valutico

AUGUST 10, 2023

These cash flows typically include operating income, tax payments, and changes in working capital and capital expenditures. b) Determining the Discount Rate: The discount rate, often the weighted average cost of capital (WACC), reflects the risk associated with the company’s cash flows.

Discounted Cash Flow 52

Discounted Cash Flow Comparable Company Analysis EBITDA Enterprise Value 52

FE International

DECEMBER 31, 2021

One of the most thorough ways to value a business is through a DCF analysis , which involves forecasting the free cash flows of the acquisition target and discounting them with a predetermined discount rate, usually the weighted average cost of capital ( WACC ) for the business in question.

Weighted Average Cost of Capital 52

Weighted Average Cost of Capital Business Valuation Precedent Transaction Analysis Start-ups 52

Value Scope

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Alpha is an adjustment made to the Capital Asset Pricing Model (“CAPM”) as part of the calculation of the Weighted Average Cost of Capital, or “WACC.” Using Alpha, however, it could be done. Alpha is unsystematic risk, unique to the firm undergoing valuation.

Intangible Assets 130

Intangible Assets Alpha Beta Marketability 130

Valutico

AUGUST 17, 2022

While the DCF also discounts future cash flows to a present value today, it does so using discount rates typically calculated using the Capital Asset Pricing Model (either Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) or Cost of Equity (CoE)).

Start-ups 52

Start-ups EBIT Weighted Average Cost of Capital Discounted Cash Flow 52

Equidam

APRIL 22, 2025

Understanding Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC). Comparing Venture Builder and Venture Capital Investment Returns (Journal Abstract). A Decision Making Model for Selecting Start-ups in Government Venture Capital (Journal Abstract). Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Explained (Harvard Business School Online).

Discounted Cash Flow 52

Discounted Cash Flow Marketability Risk Premium Start-ups 52