Contents:
Preface
Acknowledgements
Chapter 1: Introduction to Valuation
Introduction to Chapters 2-6: Discounted Cashflow Valuation
Chapter 2: Estimating Discount Rates
Chapter 3: Measuring Cash Flows
Chapter 4: Forecasting Cash Flows
Chapter 5: Equity Discounted Cash Flow Models
Chapter 6: Firm Valuation Models
Introduction to Chapters 7-9: Relative Valuation
Chapter 7: Relative Valuation: First Principles
Chapter 8: Equity Multiples
Chapter 9: Value Multiples
Introduction to Chapters 10-17: Loose Ends in Valuation
Chapter 10: Cash, Cross Holdings and Other Assets
Chapter 11: Employee Equity Options and Compensation
Chapter 12: The Value of Intangibles
Chapter 13: The Value of Control
Chapter 14: The Value of Liquidity
Chapter 15: The Value of Synergy
Chapter 16: The Value of Transparency
Chapter 17: The Cost of Distress
Chapter 18: Closing Thoughts

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