Enterprise value
Fundamental analysisMarket capitalisation plus total debt minus cash — the cost of acquiring the whole business.
In plain terms
What you would actually pay, including the debt you inherit.
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EV/EBITDA
Fundamental analysisEnterprise value divided by earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation.
In plain terms
The only common multiple that accounts for debt. Use it whenever leverage differs.