Facts vs. Estimations
Test the exact concepts behind Market Cap, Enterprise Value, Book Value, DCF, and comparative analysis. See the difference between a price tag you can observe and a value estimate you have to argue for.
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Section 1: The Core Philosophy
Facts are observable. Estimations require human judgment.
Sort each term into the correct bucket: Current Facts or Estimations.
True or False: Analysts using the same live inputs should all calculate the same Enterprise Value today, while 50 DCF models built today can reasonably produce 50 different outputs.
Section 2: The Real Estate Analogies
Match each finance term with the property analogy that best fits.
Book Value
Market Value (Market Cap)
Enterprise Value
Discounted Cash Flow (DCF)
Comparative Analysis
Section 3: Applied Scenarios
Use the framework in live acquisition and liquidation setups.
A startup has a $10B Market Cap, $2B in debt, and $1B in cash. What is the Enterprise Value?
A failing retailer has negative cash flow, but it owns valuable real estate. Which term is the best starting point for estimating its scrap-metal or liquidation-style value?
Fill in the blanks: A DCF is an _____ valuation, while Comparative Analysis is a _____ valuation.
Section 4: The Golden Rule
Separate market price from business value before making a decision.
Your DCF says a software company is worth $80 per share, but the stock trades at $120. Which conclusion matches the framework?
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