The nominal or par value of a share as stated in the company's charter. In India, common face values are Rs 1, Rs 2, Rs 5, or Rs 10. Not to be confused with market price.
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Face Value
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Book Value
The net asset value of a company, calculated as total assets minus intangible assets and liabilities, divided by number of outstanding shares.
CAGR
Compound Annual Growth Rate. The annualized rate of return that smooths out volatility, showing how an investment would have grown if it grew at a steady rate.
Debt-to-Equity Ratio
A leverage ratio calculated by dividing total debt by shareholders' equity. A lower ratio indicates less reliance on borrowed funds. Generally, below 1 is considered healthy.
Dividend Yield
Annual dividend per share divided by the current share price, expressed as a percentage. A high yield may indicate value but could also signal a falling stock price.
EBITDA
Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization. A measure of a company's operating performance that strips out non-operational costs.
EPS
Earnings Per Share. A company's net profit divided by its total outstanding shares, indicating profitability on a per-share basis.