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Financial models are widely used as tools for valuation and to support financial decisions.
Financial models are widely used as tools for valuation and to support financial decisions.
In simple terms, a model:
*Presents a financial calculation (or calculations)
*In a way that enables the user to understand it and to challenge it, especially about the assumptions.





Revision as of 04:08, 31 December 2016

A simplified representation of a financial situation, using a selected set of assumptions and relationships.

Financial models are widely used as tools for valuation and to support financial decisions.


In simple terms, a model:

  • Presents a financial calculation (or calculations)
  • In a way that enables the user to understand it and to challenge it, especially about the assumptions.


See also