The stake
Terminal Value can drive most of a DCF result. A weak assumption can make a valuation look precise but economically wrong.
Reverse 5W1H valuation lesson
Terminal Value in DCF, taught from business logic first.
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Years 1 to 5Explicit ForecastDetailed FCFF forecast
+After Year 5Terminal ValueContinuing business value
=TodayEnterprise ValuePresent value of both parts
The idea
Terminal Value captures the value of cash flows after the explicit forecast period, not only the final forecast year.
The method
Choose Gordon Growth or Exit Multiple, calculate the future value, then discount it back to today.
Outcome ladder
What learners should be able to do
Recognize when Terminal Value is needed, explain it simply, apply both methods, and transfer the idea to a messy interview case.
01Recognize
Spot the need for continuing value.
02Explain
State the business meaning without jargon.
03Apply
Calculate both methods correctly.
04Transfer
Challenge assumptions in a new case.