481: FROM THE VAULT: Understanding Debt and the Unexpected

Debt plays a significant role in determining the value of a company. But how can you accurately assess the worth of a business you're interested in when it's burdened with debt? In last week’s Vault episode, Phil and Danielle explored this issue through the lens of Liberty Media Corporation’s acquisition of Formula One Racing. Building on that discussion, they take a deeper dive into using the 10 cap formula to uncover a company’s true value—debt included—and help investors make smarter decisions. They also touch on the inherent unpredictability of investing, using Tesla’s past and future as a prime example of the uncertainty you should always anticipate. For some Rule #1 tips on dealing with debt in your own financial life, don’t miss your free copy of our Get Out of Debt Checklist: https://bit.ly/3TjolSK Topics Discussed: Value Investing Factoring debt into investment opportunities The 3 Fs of shorting Unpredictability in investing Resources Discussed: InvestED by Danielle and Phil Town Investing Lessons from Formula 1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices