Financial Glossary

Book Value

Shareholder Metrics

What is Book Value?

The net value of a company's assets minus its liabilities, as reported on the balance sheet.

Why Book Value matters

Provides a baseline accounting value of the company. Often compared to market price via the P/B ratio.

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