A Fundamental Approach

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Firm Foundation theorists use the fundamental approach to determine the intrinsic value discussed earlier. They look at several main determinants in their analysis of stock prices and future dividends.

Determinant 1: The Expected Growth Rate

In order to unuderstand Growth Rate one must understand how Compound Interest works:

If Jean-Paul invests a Principal, P, of $1.00 at a growth rate, r, of 5%

Present Dividend = $1.00 Dividend in n years = P(1 + r)^n

Thus we can draw following Table: