Posts by Andrew Stotz
Mistake #7: Valuing a Stock Using the Calculated Beta
Now in the series, let’s move onto one of the most interesting subjects in valuation: beta. Discussing this crucial element of investing will helps us shed more light on the connected #7 top valuation mistake of valuing a stock using the calculated beta. But first, don’t forget to catch up with the rest of the…
Read Full PostFundamental Vs Technical Analysis for Investing
Investors use a number of techniques to evaluate stocks before making a trade or long-term investment decision. The two core techniques used can broadly be divided into fundamental analysis and technical analysis. Both paths use different methodologies to try to predict movements in the market, and both can be quite valuable for helping investors to…
Read Full PostTime to Celebrate! Valuation Training in Kuala Lumpur
Today marks the 5th Valuation Master Class Live session held so far! Time to celebrate! So far, we’ve held Live sessions in: University of Science and Technology, China CHECK CFA Society Hong Kong CHECK Stamford University, Bangkok CHECK Pacific City Club, Bangkok CHECK… This week, we touched down in Kuala Lumpur! Adding one more stop…
Read Full PostMistake #6: Underestimating Working Capital Investment
If you’re jumping in halfway through the series here, be sure to catch up with the beginning Top 9 Valuation Mistakes below first. The Top 9 Valuation Mistakes Overly optimistic revenue forecasts Underestimating expenses causing unrealistic profit forecasts Growing fixed assets slower than revenue Confusing growth with maintenance Capex Forecasting drastic changes in the cash…
Read Full PostThe Motivation, Impact, and Pain of Share Buybacks
What Are Share Buybacks? A share buyback is when a publicly-listed company uses cash to purchase its shares ‘back’ from the market. Also called share repurchase, the concept gives existing shareholders an option of selling their personal stakes back to the company. The only other way a company can distribute cash in such a manner…
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