DCF & WACC
How long should the explicit forecast period in a DCF be, and what determines it?
Model answer
Long enough for the company to reach a steady, mature state - typically 5 to 10 years. The terminal value assumes stable perpetual growth, so the explicit period must run until growth, margins, and…
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