Earnings Power Value (EPV): Definition and Simple Calculation

Earnings Power Value (EPV) estimates the value of a business based on sustainable earnings and an appropriate capitalization rate (1/discount rate). It assumes current earnings are sustainable indefinitely (no growth).

Exact formula used in code

In code: taxRate = 0.25; ebitdPerShareTTM is used; WACC is required and validated.

Notes

  • More conservative than DCF.
  • Works well for mature or cyclical companies where growth is uncertain.

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