what are valuation methods

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Valuation methods are techniques used to determine the value of a company or asset.

Valuation methods include comparable company analysis, precedent transactions analysis, discounted cash flow analysis, and leveraged buyout analysis.
Comparable company analysis involves comparing the target company to similar publicly traded companies to determine its value.
Precedent transactions analysis involves looking at the prices paid for similar companies in the past to estimate the target company's value.
Discounted cash flow analysis involves estimating the future cash flows of the company and discounting them back to present value.
Leveraged buyout analysis involves determining the value of a company based on its ability to generate cash flow to pay off debt used to acquire it.

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