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Evaluating Stocks using Dividend Discount Model

by on 04. Jan, 2008 in Finance, Money

Dividend discount model is a widely accepted financial tool used to evaluate stocks based on the net present value of the future dividends. It works by analyzing and making assumptions related to growth in dividends and interest rates. It’s a tool that is heavily based on speculation but what sets it apart from other financial [...]

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Gift Cards and Financial Reporting

by on 31. Dec, 2007 in Money

Gift cards have recently become very profitable for retailers because of the ease it can be purchased and the fact that 10% of the consumers don’t use the entire amount on their gift cards. The article discusses ways in which different retailers deal with gift-card reporting and disclosures in their financial statements and outlines issues [...]

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