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Value Investing Basics

Value investing is an investment strategy that involves picking stocks that appear to be trading for less than their intrinsic or book value, often requiring an analysis of future earnings potential to determine a company's true worth.

intermediate
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Value investing is a strategy that focuses on identifying stocks that are undervalued compared to their intrinsic value. By analyzing financial statements and market conditions, investors can make informed decisions to buy these stocks at a lower price, aiming for long-term gains. The key concepts i...

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Intrinsic Value
The perceived or calculated value of an asset, based on fundamental analysis.

Example: If a stock's intrinsic value is $50 but it's trading at $30, it may be undervalued.

Margin of Safety
The difference between the intrinsic value of a stock and its market price.

Example: A margin of safety of 20% means the stock is priced 20% below its intrinsic value.

Earnings Prediction
Estimating a company's future profits based on historical data and market trends.

Example: Analysts predict a company's earnings will grow by 10% next year.

Market Psychology
The emotional and psychological factors that influence investor behavior.

Example: Fear and greed often drive market trends.

Value Stock
A stock that is considered undervalued based on fundamental analysis.

Example: A company with strong fundamentals but a low stock price is a value stock.

Growth Stock
A stock expected to grow at an above-average rate compared to its industry.

Example: Tech companies often fall into the growth stock category.

Related Topics

Growth Investing
Focuses on investing in companies expected to grow at an above-average rate.
intermediate
Technical Analysis
Analyzing price movements and trading volumes to forecast future price trends.
advanced
Behavioral Finance
Study of psychological influences on investors and financial markets.
intermediate

Key Concepts

Intrinsic ValueMargin of SafetyEarnings PredictionMarket Psychology