This practical primer offers expert instruction on valuing assets. Using case studies that involve actual companies and securities, the author guides readers through the theory and application of every current valuation model, highlighting its potential pitfalls. He offers segment-by-segment analysis and suggested solutions for those types of assets where the direct application of typical valuation models traditionally break down.
INVESTMENT VALUATION
Tools and techniques for determining the value of any asset
BusinessWeek named him one of the top business school professors in the United States. MBA students pack his lectures and savvy investors eagerly read his enlightening articles on the valuation process. Now, with the publication of this book, Aswath Damodaran provides a practical, comprehensive guide to valuing almost any asset. Investment Valuation offers expert instruction on determining the value of companies as well as equities, bonds, options, futures, real estate, and more.
Using real–world examples of companies and securities, this user–friendly book clarifies the entire process of valuation, describing the underlying principles of valuation as well as the unique information required for different types of assets. It guides the reader through the theory and application of difficult valuation models and highlights the strengths and weaknesses of each.
An invaluable resource for authoritative information, analysis, and insight, Investment Valuation covers all the key topics in asset valuation, including:
- Choosing the right valuation model for any situation
- Risk and return theory and models
- Estimation of discount rates, cash flow, and growth rates
- Definition and tests of market efficiency
- Price/earnings multiples, price/book value multiples, and price/sales multiples
A book that offers the insight and advice of one of today′s keenest business minds, Investment Valuation is an indispensable guide for investors, analysts, researchers, and others who must undertake the challenging task of valuing assets.
From a recognized authority on the valuation process a powerful guide to valuing private companies, equities, bonds, options, futures, and more
INVESTMENT VALUATION
Tools and techniques for determining the value of any asset
In this indispensable book, noted valuation authority and acclaimed NYU finance professor Aswath Damodaran gives you expert instruction on how to value virtually any type of asset private companies, bonds, stocks, real estate, and derivatives. Using real–world examples, he guides you through the theory and application of valuation models and highlights their strengths and weaknesses. He examines cases where the direct application of typical models often breaks down, including high growth, distressed, and private firms.
A perfect guide for those who need to know more about the tricky business of valuation, Investment Valuation will be a valuable asset to everyone learning about this important investment process.
