The philosophy behind the best investment strategies of all time Investment philosophies are as unique as the individuals who practice them. In his latest endeavor, investment expert and NYU Stern School of Business professor Aswath Damodaran goes beyond investment strategies and looks at the individual underlying philosophies that support these techniques. He explores all of the time-tested investment philosophies that have worked over the long run, and discusses the greatest investors who made these philosophies so famous. Investment Philosophies will expose readers to a wide range of investment philosophies so as to give them a sense of what drives investors in each philosophy, how they attempt to put these philosophies into practice, and what determines ultimate success. In doing this, Damodaran provides an unbiased forum for the presentation of different investment philosophies, while supplying the tools-the definition and measurement of risk, the notion of market efficiency and how to test for inefficiencies, and the components and determinants of trading costs-and the empirical evidence for readers to make their own judgments on the investment philosophy that fits their specific investment goals and views of how markets work. Filled with valuable insights and expert advice, this book reveals various investment philosophies to a general audience of investors, not purely to professional investors. Aswath Damodaran (New York, NY) is Professor of Finance at New York University's Leonard N. Stern School of Business. He is the author of Applied Corporate Finance (Wiley: 0-471-33042-6) and Investment Valuation (Wiley: 0-471-41488-3).

Investment Philosophies

ASWATH DAMODARAN

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The unprecedented challenges faced by today's equity analysts demand innovation, but innovation does not necessarily require a complete overhaul of established methodology. In this proceedings, the authors show that, although the problems confronted by equity analysts may be as tricky as adjusting for cross-border accounting differences and determining the right valuation for internet companies that have no earnings, the solution may be as practical as modifying familiar methods to account for new circumstances.

Practical Issues in Equity Analysis

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The Little Book of Valuation: How to Value a Company, Pick a Stock and Profit

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An accessible, and intuitive, guide to stock valuation Valuation is at the heart of any investment decision, whether that decision is to buy, sell, or hold. In The Little Book of Valuation, expert Aswath Damodaran explains the techniques in language that any investors can understand, so you can make better investment decisions when reviewing stock research reports and engaging in independent efforts to value and pick stocks. Page by page, Damodaran distills the fundamentals of valuation, without glossing over or ignoring key concepts, and develops models that you can easily understand and use. Along the way, he covers various valuation approaches from intrinsic or discounted cash flow valuation and multiples or relative valuation to some elements of real option valuation. <ul> <li>Includes case studies and examples that will help build your valuation skills</li> <li>Written by Aswath Damodaran, one of today's most respected valuation experts</li> <li>Includes an accompanying iPhone application (iVal) that makes the lessons of the book immediately useable</li> </ul> Written with the individual investor in mind, this reliable guide will not only help you value a company quickly, but will also help you make sense of valuations done by others or found in comprehensive equity research reports.

"Aswath Damodaran is simply the best valuation teacher around. If you are interested in the theory or practice of valuation, you should have Damodaran on Valuation on your bookshelf. You can bet that I do." -- Michael J. Mauboussin, Chief Investment Strategist, Legg Mason Capital Management and author of More Than You Know: Finding Financial Wisdom in Unconventional Places In order to be a successful CEO, corporate strategist, or analyst, understanding the valuation process is a necessity. The second edition of Damodaran on Valuation stands out as the most reliable book for answering many of today's critical valuation questions. Completely revised and updated, this edition is the ideal book on valuation for CEOs and corporate strategists. You'll gain an understanding of the vitality of today's valuation models and develop the acumen needed for the most complex and subtle valuation scenarios you will face.

Damodaran on Valuation: Security Analysis for Investment and Corporate Finance (Wiley Finance)

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Investment Valuation: Tools and Techniques for Determining the Value of Any Asset

The definitive source of information on all topics related to investment valuation tools and techniques Valuation is at the heart of any investment decision, whether that decision is buy, sell or hold. But the pricing of many assets has become a more complex task in modern markets, especially after the recent financial crisis. In order to be successful at this endeavor, you must have a firm understanding of the proper valuation techniques. One valuation book stands out as withstanding the test of time among students of financial markets and investors, Aswath Damodaran'sInvestment Valuation. Now completely revised and updated to reflect changing market conditions, this third edition comprehensively introduces students and investment professionals to the range of valuation models available and how to chose the right model for any given asset valuation scenario. This edition includes valuation techniques for a whole host of real options, start-up firms, unconventional assets, distressed companies and private equity, and real estate. All examples have been updated and new material has been added. <ul> <li>An expansion of ancillaries include updated online databases, spreadsheets, and other educational support tools</li> <li>Fully revised to incorporate valuation lessons learned from the last five years, from the market crisis and emerging markets to new types of equity investments</li> <li>Revised examples of company valuations such as companies from Eastern Europe and Africa, which stress the global nature of modern valuation</li> <li>Author Aswath Damodaran is regarded as one of the best educators and thinkers on the topic of investment valuation</li> </ul> This indispensable guide is a must read for students wishing to gain a better understanding of investment valuation and its methods. With it, you can take the insights and advice of a recognized authority on the valuation process and immediately put them to work for you.

Investment Valuation: Tools and Techniques for Determining the Value of Any Asset, University Edition

Investment Philosophies: Successful Strategies and the Investors Who Made Them Work

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