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Valuation Glossary

Reverse Acquisition

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A reverse acquisition is a process where a private company acquires a publicly traded company to bypass the lengthy and complex process of going public through an initial public offering (IPO). In this transaction, the private company becomes publicly traded almost immediately.

Return on Investment

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Return on Investment (ROI) is a measure of the profitability of an investment. It shows how much profit or return you get from the money you invest. It is calculated by dividing the net profit or gain from the investment by the cost of the investment, and then expressing it as a percentage. A higher ROI means a better return on your investment. It helps investors and businesses evaluate the financial performance and potential profitability of different investment options.

Return on Invested Capital

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Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) is a measure of how well a company generates profits from the capital it has invested in its operations. It considers both equity and debt investments. A higher ROIC indicates that the company is generating more profit for each dollar of invested capital. It helps investors and analysts assess a company's efficiency in utilizing its capital to generate returns.

Return on Equity (ROE)

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Return on Equity (ROE) is a financial ratio that measures a company's profitability in relation to the equity held by its shareholders. It indicates how effectively the company is using the investors' funds to generate profits.

Return on Equity

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Return on Equity (ROE) is a measure of how well a company generates profits in relation to the money invested by its shareholders. It shows the percentage of net income that the company earns for each dollar of shareholders' equity.


To calculate ROE, divide the company's net income by the shareholders' equity and multiply by 100. A higher ROE indicates that the company is more efficient in using its shareholders' investment to generate profits.


ROE is commonly used by investors to evaluate a company's profitability and compare it with similar companies in the industry. However, it's important to consider other financial factors and industry benchmarks when assessing a company's overall financial health.

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