Enterprise & Equity Value
Why do we use FULLY DILUTED shares rather than basic shares when calculating equity value / market cap?
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Equity value should reflect the true cost to acquire ALL ownership claims, including those that convert into shares. In-the-money options, warrants, RSUs, and convertibles represent real economic…
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