Business Valuation Terms

verb to decrease in value over time

• The value of the asset will depreciate over time due to wear and tear.
• If you don't take care of your car, it will depreciate quickly.
• I heard that new phone model will depreciate like crazy once the next one comes out.
• His reputation started to depreciate after the scandal was exposed.

noun things that cannot be touched or physically measured, such as ideas, emotions, or qualities

• The company's balance sheet includes both tangibles, such as buildings and equipment, and intangibles, such as patents and trademarks.
• When evaluating a business, it's important to consider intangibles like brand reputation and customer loyalty.
• I can't put a price on the intangibles that come with working at this company - the sense of community and support is priceless.
• Love is one of those intangibles that can't be measured or quantified, but its impact is undeniable.

noun the price at which something can be bought or sold in a market

• The market value of the company's shares has been steadily increasing.
• The market value of that vintage car is through the roof!
• I heard the market value of that limited edition sneaker is off the charts.
• Her market value as a singer has skyrocketed since the release of her latest album.

noun the value of all assets, including cash and investments, minus all liabilities or debts

• His net worth is estimated to be in the millions.
• I heard his net worth is through the roof!
• She's got a crazy net worth, like ballin' status.
• Her net worth in terms of friendships is immeasurable.

noun the act of valuing something too low

verb to assign too low of a value or price to something

• It is important not to undervalue the contributions of all team members in a project.
• Don't undervalue the effort your friend puts into helping you.
• Don't be a fool and undervalue your worth in this situation.
• She realized she had been undervaluing her own self-worth for far too long.

verb to determine or estimate the value of something

• It is important to valuate the company's assets before making any investment decisions.
• I need to valuate how much my old car is worth before selling it.
• I'm going to get my jewelry valuated to see if it's worth anything.
• She always takes the time to valuate her options before making a decision.

noun EBITDA stands for Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization. It is a financial metric used to evaluate a company's operating performance.

• The company reported a strong EBITDA for the fiscal year.
• The EBITDA looks good for this quarter.
• The EBITDA is off the charts!
• The EBITDA is the engine driving the company's financial performance.