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Wolfgang Kniest, Dipl.-Kfm., CVA, Co-Founder and Managing Director of the European Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts (EACVA)
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Stuart O’Brien, CEO, Cinnmonchalk
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Matthew Ashley, former group CFO, Micro Focus International plc, National Express Group plc, William Hill plc
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Dr Dr Rodrigo Souza, Senior Lecturer, Roehampton University, London
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Dr Matt Bamber, Associate Professor of Accounting, The Schulich School of Business, York University, Canada
"An insightful book that bridges the gap between theoretical concepts and real-world application in valuation."
Charles Richardson, former CFO and Strategy & M&A Director, Bupa Global and UK
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Professor Antonios Siganos, Professor of Finance, Edinburgh Napier University
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Ben Husemann, Head of M&A at Giesecke+Devrient GmbH
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Antonella Puca, CPA/ABV, CFA, Managing Partner, BlueVal and Author of “Early Stage Valuation” (Wiley: 2020)
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Deborah Taylor, finance instructor, Financial Edge
"A must-read for anyone seeking to understand the fundamentals of equity valuation. This textbook distils complex concepts into clear, manageable insights for readers of all backgrounds."
Professor Frank Hong Liu, Professor of Accounting and Finance, Loughborough University
"This textbook is an invaluable resource for university students, providing clear and accessible insights into valuation and accounting. Tailored for non-specialists, it demystifies complex financial concepts and offers practical examples that make learning engaging. With the addition of a comprehensive online resource, students are well-equipped to build a solid foundation in finance."
Andreas Karaiskos, Chief Executive Officer, Fitch Learning
"An outstanding resource offering clear guidance and practical insights. It effectively bridges the gap between theory and real-world application, making it ideal for professionals and students eager to deepen their understanding of equity valuation."
Professor Andreas Charitou, Professor of Accounting & Finance, School of Economics and Management, University of Cyprus
"This textbook is an excellent and accessible resource for students, making learning both enjoyable and straightforward. Its clear explanations and engaging content ensure that complex topics are easily understood. Ideal for non-specialists and those enrolled in valuation courses, I highly recommend it for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of valuation."
Dr Trang Nguyen, University of Bristol
"This is book is an excellent first step into the world of equity valuation for the uninitiated and, to the specialist, a great reminder of the ever-important (and often forgotten) foundations of financial analysis."
Dr Joao Toniato, Head of Global Equity Strategy, Aviva Investors
"The Valuation Book by Aleksanyan, Lee, Meitner and Pande provides an excellent introduction to the theory and practice of company valuation. Focusing on the core aspects of valuation and presenting the material in short chapters that avoid excessive complexity or jargon, the authors provide an accessible yet rigorous guide to valuation, of relevance to students and practitioners alike"
Professor Jo Danbolt, Baillie Gifford Professor in Financial Markets at the University of Edinburgh Business School
"An excellent introductory text which lays out the key tenets of equity valuation in an easily understandable way that avoids you being overwhelmed with technical detail."
Satheesh Nadarajah, CFA, Partner, WG Partners LLP
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